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Happy Thursday, neighbors! Tony Schinella here. Let's get this day started off right. Here's everything you need to know around town today.

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First, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy. High: 38 Low: 27.

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Here are the top stories in Salem today:

1. Central can't hold onto lead, plays Westford Academy to draw (Eagle-Tribune)
2. Two local men plead guilty to burglaries after 15-month probe (Andover Townsman)
3. THE FINAL SCORE | Sports (Eagle-Tribune)
4. Frosh duo helps No. 8 Duke beat Wake Forest without Coach K (New Haven Register)
5. North Shore Business Briefs | | salemnews.com (The Salem News)
6. Jim Long Obituary (1946 - 2022-01-10) - Atkinson, NH - Lowell Sun (Legacy.com)
7. In wake of November shooting, panel begins work on reforming domestic violence system (New Hampshire Public Radio)
8. Bill to stop 'gay panic defense' clears New Hampshire House (Los Angeles Blade)
9. Republican Councilors Cast Third Vote To Defund Family Planning Providers (InDepthNH.org)
10. Filing For Salem Town, School Offices Begin Jan. 19 (Salem Patch)
11. CATHERINE WALSH Obituary (2022) - Newburyport, MA - Boston Globe (Legacy.com)
12. Latest Hospital Capacity In Salem Area (Salem Patch)
13. Salem: Cats, Dogs, Pets Up For Adoption Nearby (Salem Patch)
14. Helen Keene Oettinger (The Altamont Enterprise)
15. Gabriel Estuardo Rojas and Manuel Jose Lopez behind months of burglaries across Massachusetts and New Hampshire (MassLive.com)

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Today in Salem:

• Salem Republican Town Committee Meeting (6:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Salem Animal Rescue League: "Christina found the perfect home! She loves human attention and when we told the family that she needs lots of attention, her new human sister said she was very needy too, and would give Christina all the attention she wanted. Mom, dad a..." (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Our chamber had a wonderful time today partnering with the Salem CTE Center for a competition. The culinary students created soups to vie for a chance of winning the title of Rising Chef "Souper Bowl Star." Many thanks to T-BONES and Cac..." (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "It is wonderful to see this veteran raise the flag for the first time at Chick-fil-A Tuscan Village! God bless John, and all who served our country. Our chamber appreciates the kindness shown to this veteran and our members, The Homeland..." (Facebook)
• Salem Community Television: "Interested in running for a position on the local Salem Boards? Filing Period: Wednesday January 19, 2022 through Friday January 28, 2022. Anyone interested in running for office will need to file at the Town Clerk's Office, 33 Geremonty..." (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Opening time is at 8am people, Thursday, January 13th! We welcome Chick-fil-A Tuscan Village in Salem, NH. Looking forward to seeing everyone smile on the first day of business for our member. Please be patient and kind to the Chick-fil-..." (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "A terrible scam warning from Southern NH Emergency & Community Alerts. Please read details below, and let your loved ones/elderly family, friends and neighbors, know it is a scam." (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Many thanks again to our member, Chick-fil-A Tuscan Village, for donating a year's worth of meals for the volunteers at The Homeland Heroes Foundation. What a kind & generous gesture to those who help our most deserving veterans! Thank y..." (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Tomorrow, January 13th, is OPENING DAY!!! For Chick-fil-A Tuscan Village, not the Red Sox. We are so excited for our member, their management team, and staff!!!! Please be patient and kind; everyone is excited for the new restaurant in t..." (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "We love the new door decor for the ladies at The Residence at Salem Woods - Salem, NH! Very nice refresh for the new year!! #wickedawesomemember #grsalemchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #lovelocal #loveourseniors" (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Our member, Isaiah 58 New Hampshire - Hampstead, received a generous donation from our member, Pentucket Bank. Our community is fortunate to have great organizations like Pentucket Bank, who donate funds and volunteer time to those in ne..." (Facebook)
• Kelley Library: "Hey Kids! Pick up your snowman craft today on Take and Make Wednesday" (Facebook)
• Salem Community Television: "Budget Committee meeting Live, 1/12 at 7pm on SGC 23, Livestream, www.sgc23.com and Facebook Live. Agenda includes discussion and preliminary votes on town warrant articles and citizen petitions and school warrant articles." (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "A great opportunity for Windham seniors heading off to college or vocational school, courtesy of our member, Windham Endowment for Community Advancement! #wickedawesomemember #grsalemchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #nonprofit #lovelocal" (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "A wonderful opportunity is coming next month, a chance to win a $25,000 grant from State Farm. Many thanks to our great member, Jessica T. O'Neill - State Farm Agent, for sharing this information. Happy 100th anniversary to State Farm!!!..." (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "A great show is scheduled for next month with the Salem Performing Arts! #wickedawesomemember #grsalemchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #lovelocal #supportthearts" (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Sounds like a great show at our member, The Palace Theatres! #wickedawesomemember #grsalemchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #lovelocal #nonprofit" (Facebook)
• Kelley Library: "Storytime & Craft Winter Session Wed - 10:30-11am Jan 19 - Mar 2 This interactive program is perfect for 3-5 year olds and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome to join. Katelyn will be leading everyone into a variety of activities incl..." (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Are you starting to plan for Valentine's Day? Stop by our member, Candy Break Store, in Pelham, NH, for some candy treats. #wickedawesomemember #grsalemchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #ShopLocal #lovelocal" (Facebook)
• Kelley Library: "Baby & Me! Winter Session begins Wed, 9:30-10 am Jan 19 - Mar 2 This interactive program is for babies birth to 24 months and their caregivers. Katelyn will be leading everyone in a variety of activities including stories, songs, and bou..." (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Healthy options available at our member, Heav'nly Donuts-Windham! #wickedawesomemember #grsalemchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #eatlocal #shoplocal #lovelocal" (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Did you know there is an "app" for the Tuscan Market? Download the app to place your order and pick up in the Tuscan Village. #wickedawesomemember #grsalemchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #shoplocal #eatlocal #lovelocal" (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Who needs tulips to brighten their day? I know I do! winter tulip special available at Freshwater Farms. #wickedawesomemember #grsalemchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #shoplocal #lovelocal" (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Every day is a good day to stop by Le Macaron - Windham, NH for one of their delicious macarons. Guaranteed to make you smile! #wickedawesomemember #grsalemchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #eatlocal #shoplocal #lovelocal" (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Some delicious items on the menu tonight at our member, Jamison's! Enjoy your dinner and great service with a smile! #wickedawesomemember #grsalemchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #eatlocal #lovelocal" (Facebook)
• Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Venom and Ghostbusters Afterlife will be at Chunky's Cinema Pub for a limited time. Check out the details below. #wickedawesomemember #grsalemchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #eatlocal #lovelocal" (Facebook)

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