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🌱 Patch AM: Why is Karen Read’s trial SUV being auctioned now?
Also, don't miss Westwood FOL Book Sale on the Dedham Patch calendar
Greetings Dedham! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Why is Karen Read’s trial SUV being auctioned now?
- How a repeat paving scammer allegedly reached Dedham driveways again
Also on today's calendar: Westwood FOL Book Sale and 9 more events.
Find out what's happening in Dedhamfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Find out what's happening in Dedhamfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, brisk and cold, with a high of 34 and low of 23 degrees.
- Saturday: Periods of sun, temps: high: 38, low: 25.
- Sunday: Colder with snow, 1-3", with a high of 31 and low of 16 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
📰 News we're reading
• Karen Read's infamous SUV going to auction (turnto10.com) — Dedham residents will recognize Norfolk Superior Court as the backdrop to news that Karen Read’s Lexus SUV, central to her high-profile murder trials, is headed to auction. The piece notes her acquittal in June and that a Dedham-tried case continues to draw public attention, though auction details like date and opening bids remain undecided. 
• Doorbell video shows contractor wanted on arrest warrant scamming more customers (nbcboston.com) — Dedham homeowners are among those allegedly targeted in a regional paving scam tied to contractor William “Bill” Pusateri, who faces larceny charges in several Massachusetts communities. Prosecutors say he took deposits for driveway work, then disappeared, despite a court order barring him from such jobs. Police urge residents to be wary of unsolicited contractors offering “neighborhood” deals at the door.
📸 Around Dedham
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Dedham
★ Featured events ★
- Westwood FOL Book Sale
Westwood Public Library, 660 High St, Westwood
10:00 am - Holiday Festivities Continue 12/13✨
Greek International Food Market, 5204 Washington St, Boston
12:00 pm - Classical Guitarist John Muratore Plays Holiday Music at Dedham First Church at 7:30PM on 12/13!
First Church and Parish In Dedham, 670 High St, Dedham, MA, 02026,
7:30 pm
Saturday December 13
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Other local events
- Dedham Choral Society presents "Instruments of Peace: A Christmas Celebration"
Holy Name Parish , 1689 Centre St , Boston
8:00 pm - CASH Boys Varsity Basketball @ Dedham
140 Whiting Ave , Dedham
9:00 pm - Dedham Square Indoor Winter Farmers Market and Gift Market
670 High St , Dedham
10:00 am - Dedham Square Farmers and Special Gift Market
670 High St , Dedham
10:00 am - Holiday Carolers at University Station
University Station , 221 University Ave , Westwood
12:00 pm - Christmas Trees- Best Prices in Town
150 Chapel St , Norwood
4:00 am - Holiday Carolers at University Station
University Station , 221 University Ave , Westwood
12:00 pm - Neighbors Market Fund
9:00 am - Holiday Carolers at University Station
University Station , 221 University Ave , Westwood
12:00 pm
Friday December 12
Saturday December 13
Tuesday December 16
Saturday December 20
Wednesday December 24
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Dedham Skaters Will Perform at National Send-Off Showcase on December 18th —Courtney Megliola Read on Patch
- Dedham Greenspace Coalition Invites Community to Holiday Edition Meeting on Tuesday, December 16 —Paul Reynolds Read on Patch
- L.L.Bean posted a job opening for Lead Cashier - Dedham in Dedham. Apply here.
- Spire Hospitality posted a job opening for Banquet Bartender On-Call in Dedham. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Dedham here.
🗞 Nearby News
Needham
- Needham History: Giovanni Castano (needhamlocal.org)
- Needham community helps ensure no pets go hungry (needhamobserver.com)
- Needham Observer, Dec. 11, 2025 (needhamobserver.com)
Norwood
- Three Days Grace's 'Alienation' Is The Best Rock Album of 2025 (1063thebuzz.com)
Brookline
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