5 Things: A Fells Swimming Warning, Green Line Funding Projections

Good morning, here are five things to know today:

Warm, sunny days are upon us, but those tempted to cool off with a swim in waters within Middlesex Fells should resist the urge for their own safety, according to the state. The Massachusetts Water Resources Authority is reminding swimmers that the waters at the Fells are off limits, according to a press release. "The Fells has many rock outcroppings and swimmers who are tired or hit their heads while diving are a long way from emergency medical help," the press release said. "The facility is not staffed and there are no lifeguards on duty. There have been fatalities at this site in the past and more recently at nearby Spot Pond."

2. Planners Envision $720 Million Poured into Green Line Extension by 2016: The planning agency responsible for mapping out transportation projects in the greater Boston area envisions over $720 million being spent on the Green Line Extension by 2016, according to a recent report. A draft version of the Boston Region Metropolitan Planning Organization's Transportation Improvement Program report, released earlier this month, outlines the projected spending on the extension from 2013 to 2016. The project plans to extend the MBTA's Green Line from Lechmere station in Cambridge to the intersection of Boston Avenue and College Avenue in Medford, with six stations in between.

3. Weekend Weather: Sunny skies with highs in the mid 70s are expected today, Saturday and Sunday, according to the National Weather Service.

4. What Do You Think About the Medford Housing Investigation: Medford Housing Authority Director Robert Covelle is preparing to resign amid allegations that he gave contracts and staff jobs to close friends and family, and claims that he suspended a staff member who questioned the use of a politically connected contractor. Are you surprised? Is enough being done? Take the poll and tell us your opinion in the comments section.

5. Homes that Sold in the Medford Area this Week: Check out these properties that have sold recently.