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A River Cleaning Contest, Meetings and More

We've got five things you need to see, do and know on Oct. 1 in Acton.

1. 5th Annual Intel-OARS innovators Contest: High School students are invited to participate in the 5th Annual Intel-OARS Environmental Innovators Contest in which participants conjure up creative ideas to solve environmental issues in the Concord-Sudbury-Assabet rivers watershed. Get the details here. 

2. Today in Public Meetings: According to the town website, public meetings posted for today include the Historic District Commission at 7:30 p.m. at Town Hall, the Morrison Farm Committee at 7:30 p.m. at the Pubic Safety Facility, the Planning Board at 7:30 p.m. at Town Hall and the Recreation Commission at 6:45 p.m. at Town Hall. 

3. ICYMI: In case you missed it, yesterday we shared news of the dipping unemployment rates in Acton. If you haven't yet, definitely check it out

4. Like Us on Facebook: Looking for even more news, information and conversation about the Acton community? Like Acton Patch on Facebook and join the fun.

5. A Warm One: Should be a sunny day, with a high of 77, according to the National Weather Service, which predicts a clear evening with a low of 54. 

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