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5 Things to Know Today, Monday, Dec. 5

Here's Five Things. Monday, Dec. 5, 2011.

Good morning, here are five things to know today:

"Dirty dancing" Cancelled high school dances in Arlington, An app class in Winchester, and a pot bust in Somerville were just a few of the top recent headlines from just beyond Medford's city line.

2. Still Warm: It's expected to be partly sunny today with highs around 60 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. There's a 50 percent chance of rain tonight, most likely after 11 p.m., according to the weather service.

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3. School Committee Meets Tonight: The committee holds a regular meeting tonight at 7 p.m. in council chambers at City Hall. On the agenda: A report on the high school's advanced placement program and a request for the superintendent to give an update on the proposed new charter school in Somerville

A total of 83 names are recognized with a light on this year's Medford remembrance tree at City Hall.

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Take the kids to Medford Public Library at 10 a.m. today for a story and a simple craft.

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