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Also check out Reckoners with Kevin James Graham on the Peabody Patch calendar

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Hi Peabody! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Peabody's cosmetology community is rallying for two former students
  • How does Peabody's diesel price stack up against nearby Essex towns?

Also on today's calendar: Reckoners with Kevin James Graham and 11 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Sun through high clouds, with a high of 62 and low of 52 degrees.
  • Monday: Some rain in the morning, temps: high: 66, low: 50.
  • Tuesday: Cooler with a shower in spots, with a high of 59 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Peabody Cosmetology Benefit Set To Help 2 Former Students (patch.com) — Peabody Public Schools' cosmetology program is hosting a Nov. 9 community benefit to support two former students, one battling cancer and another who lost his home in a fire. Residents, salons, and local businesses are invited for beauty services, raffles, and a bake sale, with all proceeds going to the students. Volunteers and donors are asked to RSVP by Nov. 2.
   

• Essex County sees lowest price for diesel gas at $5.39 in week ending Oct. 3 (northbostonnews.com) — Peabody drivers can compare their diesel costs with the rest of Essex County, where the week ending Oct. 3 saw prices as low as $5.39 per gallon and an average of $6.37. The report breaks down lowest diesel prices by city, helping local residents gauge whether they're overpaying at the pump.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

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Lynn

  • North Shore Juneteenth Association Announces Call for Nominations for 2027 Local Black Excellence Recognition (lynntv.org)
  • October 2026 Newsletter (lynntv.org)

Ok Peabody! 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: "What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath?" — A dirty double crosser ! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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