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Hi there, Wilmington! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What's changing inside Wilmington schools this fall, from leaders to phones?
  • Wilmington football stays undefeated with another blowout win.

Also on today's calendar: Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music! and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What are the two favorite words for a shark to hear? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Periods of rain, some heavy, with a high of 60 and low of 55 degrees.
  • Monday: Cool with rain, temps: high: 60, low: 55.
  • Tuesday: A morning shower; cloudy, with a high of 64 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• School Committee introduces new members of administrative team at most recent meeting (homenewshere.com) — Wilmington parents and staff are seeing big changes this fall, with new district administrators in place and a phone-limiting Doorman app rolling out at the middle and high schools. The superintendent also honored long-serving Wilmington educators and addressed dust concerns near North Intermediate, outlining health precautions coordinated with state public health officials.
   

• High school roundup/scores: Wilmington storms past Arlington Catholic, 42-7 (bostonherald.com) — Wilmington High football fans can celebrate a dominant 42-7 win over Arlington Catholic, with the Wildcats now 3-0 and allowing just seven points all season. Strong rushing, efficient passing, and multiple defensive takeaways powered the victory, while the roundup also notes standout performances from several other regional school teams in football, soccer, and volleyball.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "MAN OVERBOARD!" (Thank you M J. for sending it in!)
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