5 Things: Medford Van Linked to Charlestown Bank Robbery, City Hosts Shredding Day

Good morning, here are five things to know today:

A grey Ford van stolen in Medford was reportedly used as the getaway vehicle in the robbery of a Sovereign Bank in Charlestown Tuesday morning. The van was later recovered in a Charlestown parking lot, but remained at large as of Tuesday evening.

City Hall is holding a document shredding event from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. today for Medford Residents looking to dispose of sensitive paperwork.

3. Weather: There's a 70 percent chance of rain today with highs expected around 70 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. There's a 40 percent chance of rain tomorrow.

The proposed bill aims to increase opportunities for active service military. It was passed by the state senate last week and is now under consideration by the house.

Help pick the best "staycation" in the Medford area.