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Good morning to you Dedham! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Norfolk County’s hot real estate market connects back to Dedham
  • What the sudden closing of Dedham’s UNO means for local diners
  • How Morrissey’s exit could reshape justice for Dedham and Norfolk County

Also on today's calendar: Friday Folk Coffeehouse Presents the Savin Hillbillies on Friday, 1/16! and 8 more events.

Find out what's happening in Dedhamfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: What did the baby computer say to the mommy computer? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Dedhamfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Wednesday: Rather cloudy, with a high of 50 and low of 40 degrees.
  • Thursday: A bit of snow and rain, temps: high: 45, low: 15. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Friday: Partly sunny and colder, with a high of 31 and low of 27 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Norfolk County Real Estate Activity Rises in December (franklinmatters.org) — Norfolk County’s real estate market finished 2025 strong, and Dedham residents should know the county’s principal land records office is right at 649 High St. Document recordings, sales, and mortgages all climbed in December, while average prices dipped from last year. The Registry also highlights foreclosure help resources and ways homeowners can get assistance or research property records online or by phone.
   

• UNO Pizzeria & Grill closes three longtime Massachusetts locations (boston.com) — UNO Pizzeria & Grill has permanently closed its Dedham location after 37 years, ending a long run as a familiar local dining spot. The company also shut restaurants in Revere, Braintree, and Warwick, citing rising costs, tight margins, and changing dining habits while directing customers to remaining New England locations.
   

• Karen Read's attorney speaks out after Norfolk DA Michael Morrissey drops reelection bid (boston25news.com) — From Dedham, the lead attorney for Karen Read is sharply criticizing Norfolk County District Attorney Michael Morrissey’s decision not to seek reelection, framing it as fallout from high-profile cases. Morrissey, who has served 15 years as DA, defends his record while a former federal prosecutor has already stepped forward to run for the office.
   

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Other local events
    Thursday January 15
  • LGBTQ+ Book Group
    Main Library - Rotunda Space
    7:00 pm
    • Friday January 16
  • Groovin' and Movin'
    Main Library , Children's Room , Dedham
    11:00 am
    • Saturday January 17
  • Chess for Kids
    Main Library - Media Tables
    10:30 am
    • Sunday January 18
  • Our Treasures Within Launch
    TLC Studios & Media Lab , 390 Washington St , Dedham
    11:00 am
    • Monday January 19
  • Monday Morning Music
    Endicott Branch - Back Lawn
    10:30 am
    • Tuesday January 20
  • Baby & Toddler Time
    Main Library , Children's Room , Dedham
    9:30 am
  • Preschool Storytime
    Main Library , Children's Room , Dedham
    10:30 am
  • Ukulele for Beginners
    Main Library , Children's Room , Dedham
    5:00 pm
    • Wednesday January 21
  • Baby & Me Storytime
    Endicott Branch , Children's Area , Dedham
    9:30 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • On Jan 8, I called RCN/Astound to dispute a rate increase of $50 after being told in June 2025 that my rate would be good until July 2026.
    I asked to speak to a supervisor and was on hold for the better part of 1hr45min (my choice to hold). Finally connected and she said she would review… (Nextdoor Greenlodge)
  • Costco Wholesale Corporation posted a job opening for Meat Cutter in Dedham. Apply here.
  • CROSSMARK posted a job opening for Retail Inventory Specialist - PT in Dedham. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Dedham here.

🗞 Nearby News

Needham

  • The Walsh Team at William Raveis Real Estate - Needham, MA Patch (patch.com)
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Norwood

  • GB Hardwood Floor Inc Provides Expert Flooring Services in Norwood, MA (usatoday.com)

Brookline

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