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More of You Say 'Yes' to Casinos in Mass.

It was a close vote in our unscientific poll on whether Patch readers support casino gambling in the state.

Today is Tuesday, Sept. 20. Here are five things you need to know today.

1. Charlestown is closely divided on the casino issue. At least, that's true according to the . The vote for or against bringing casinos to Massachusetts was nearly split, but 67 percent of voters said that yes, the state needs jobs and casinos can help. (FYI: The state Senate is just starting to talk about the bill the House passed.)

2. There were two somber events in the neighborhood over the weekend, and we've got some coverage from both of them for you to check out. Take a look at the scene at the , and at St. Francis de Sales.

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3. Residents near Elm Street: The Charlestown Neighborhood Council is hosting a . The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. at the Community Center on Medford Street.

4. Patti Rooney Pesaturo posted this on the Patch Facebook page yesterday: Anyone who went to St. Mary's Charlestown from 1969-73 interested in a reunion get together? Curious if there is any interest...You can get in touch with her if you are.

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5. Today's forecast: Chance of showers (50 percent), cloudy with a high around 69.

For more info on what's happening in the neighborhood, visit our events calendar.

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