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THE WEEK IN WELLESLEY: Election Guide; Menino's 'Bat' Has Wellesley Roots; Drive for Buddy Dog; Animal Hero in Norfolk County
Did you miss it? Here's a list of some of the stories that ran on Wellesley Patch this past week.

Here’s what’s been going on on Wellesley Patch during the past week:
- Menino’s Famous Baseball Bat Cane Was Gift From Wellesley Couple: The mayor used the “bat” to help him get around, and it was given to him by longtime friends and Red Sox fans from Wellesley.
- 2014 Election: The Wellesley Ballot and Voting Information: Here is your information for the state election held on Tuesday, Nov. 4.
- North Hill Health Center Receives Deficiency-Free Rating For Second Year In A Row: High marks were achieved as Needham/Wellesley Retirement Community opens new enhanced living and skilled nursing buildings.
- Y3K Tutor in Your Home Collects Items for Shelter Dogs and Cats: This educational service hosts its 12th annual drive for Buddy Dog Humane Society.
- A Voice for the Voiceless: Norfolk Prosecutor Recognized With Animal Protection Award: ADA Tracey Cusick was recognized again for her work protecting the animals of Norfolk County.
- Nearly Half the Employees at Former Sun Life Lose Jobs After New Company Outsource: Nearly 150 employees of Delaware Life in Wellesley will be unemployed.
- Wellesley Could See Snow by the Weekend: The forecast calls for flakes. Are you ready for it?
- Sen. Ross Appointed to Commission on Substance Abuse: The commission is tasked with investigating...the treatment and monitoring of nonviolent offenders with substance addiction.
- Sobriety Checkpoint Planned on Halloween: The checkpoints will be “operated during varied hours.”
- Ella, Williams and Delia All Would Like to Move in To Your Home: These pets in Wellesley and Natick are all up for adoption.
- Wellesley High to Compete in WGBH’s Quiz Show ‘Super Sunday’ Qualifying Event: Wellesley joins 120 high schools across the state to vie for 16 spots in the televised tournament
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