5 Things You Need to Know Today, Aug. 30

Today is Thursday, Aug. 30. Here are fve things to know today in Peabody.

1. Todays' weather: Sunny with a high near 83 degrees.
2. Pulaski Street: . Expect traffic delays and detours.
3. State Senate candidate Mary-Ellen Manning . Have a question for Manning on her campaign for the 2nd Essex District seat? This is a good opportunity to ask about it.
4. Fellow candidate Edward Carroll  from noon - 1 p.m. on Friday. Likewise, email your questions in ahead of time to john.castelluccio@patch.com.
5. Higgins Back to School Extravaganza this afternoon from 2-5 p.m. in the school mall area. The PTO will be selling Higgins tee shirts for $10 and Prince Pizza vouchers among other activities.