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Hey there, Weston! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Weston's small football squad is adapting to growing concussion fears

Also on today's calendar: Coffee Bar Open House- Sunrise of Wayland Assisted Living and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the tree say when Spring arrived? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 82 and low of 59 degrees.
  • Saturday: Periods of sun; less humid, temps: high: 80, low: 59.
  • Sunday: Intervals of clouds and sun, with a high of 86 and low of 67 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

• Following CTE report, Massachusetts high school football coaches address safety concerns in a violent sport (bostonglobe.com) — Weston High's football coach is weighing stronger safety gear like Guardian caps as he manages a small, injury-wary roster in a sport facing rising concussion concerns. A new study on CTE and statewide participation declines has Massachusetts coaches changing practice habits, limiting contact, and pushing for full-time athletic trainers in every public high school.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Wayland

  • Longtime Wayland Senior Fire Captain Retires (patch.com)

Waltham

  • 28 Howard St #1, Waltham, MA 02451 (redfin.com)
  • Whitney Museum Chief Curator Kim Conaty Named Director of Dartmouth Hood Museum (time.news)

Sudbury

  • Sudbury Bridge To Close For Maintenance, Repairs (patch.com)

Ok Weston! 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 a re-leaf! (Thank you Flo G. for sending it in!)
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