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🌱 Patch AM: Norwood veterans: see this week’s Home Depot opening just for you

Make time for Olympic Champion Alysa Liu Headlines Summer Sizzler August 27th on the Norwood Patch calendar

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Hello Norwood! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Norwood veterans: see this week's Home Depot opening just for you
  • Norwood-trained skater lands quad on international stage in China

Also on today's calendar: Olympic Champion Alysa Liu Headlines Summer Sizzler August 27th and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did one strawberry say to the other strawberry? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 79 and low of 57 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 81, low: 59.
  • Thursday: Sun and clouds, with a high of 83 and low of 66 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the week for Aug. 24, 2026 (va.gov) — Veterans in Norwood can apply now for an Asset Protection role at Home Depot, part of this week's nationwide roundup of veteran-focused job openings. The post also highlights virtual job fairs, VA career opportunities, and entrepreneurial resources tailored to help former service members translate their skills into civilian careers.
   

• Jarmoc and Witkowski, Stapert and Korotcov Lead U.S. at JGP Opener in China (usfigureskating.org) — A rising U.S. junior men's skater who trains in Norwood just delivered a strong fifth-place finish at the Junior Grand Prix opener in China, highlighted by a quad toe loop and big combination jumps. Several U.S. pairs and ice dance teams also placed in the top 10, kicking off the seven-event international series for American juniors.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I need help moving a mattress from my basement to a second floor bedroom.
    I'm 64 and have fibromyalgia and am unable to do it myself. If there are any guys out there who would be willing to help me I'd appreciate it… (Nextdoor Norwood Central)
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. posted a job opening for Crew Member in Norwood. Apply here.
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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Massachusetts Gaming Commission Examines Unusual Wagering Linked to Suspended NFL Executive Ryan Gold (sccgmanagement.com)

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Ok Norwood! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: If you weren't so sweet, we wouldn't be in this jam! (Thank you Patti F. for sending it in!)
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