Community Corner

Five Things You Need to Know Today: Jan. 16

Today we celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr.

 

1. MLK Day. The city will celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. today with an event at Corpus Christi-St. Bernard Parish in West Newton (1529 Washington St.). The event will feature music, readings, prayers from community members and remarks from local political figures including Congressman Barney Frank. The event starts at 10 a.m.  

2. Trash delayed this week. Due to today's holiday, trash and recycling pick-up will be delayed by one day this week. 

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3. What's open/closed? , schools and the are all closed today for MLK Day. . 

4. NCF CSA. Starting today, those who were enrolled in the can re-enroll for the 2012 CSA. Registration will open for other Newton residents starting Jan. 30 and for the general public on Feb. 20. 

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5. Go Tigers! The girls' varsity ice hockey team will face Acton-Boxborough in a home match today at noon. The game will take place at the 's Coffin Rink in West Newton. 


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