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

In today's newsletter:

  • See how North Reading’s Alex Carpenter fueled Team USA’s big win
  • Reading and North Reading gather to remember Linda F. Sorbello

Also on today's calendar: Tribute to Elvis –Christmas Special and 9 more events.

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Today's riddle: What did the boat dock say when it was arrested? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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

  • Saturday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 35 and low of 27 degrees.
  • Sunday: Snow and flurries, up to 1", temps: high: 30, low: 12. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Monday: Very cold, with a high of 27 and low of 20 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• U.S. Takes Home 10-4 Victory In Game Three Of Rivalry Series (usahockey.com) — North Reading’s own Alex Carpenter scored in Team USA’s 10-4 win over Canada, helping clinch the 2025 Rivalry Series title. The fast-paced game featured ten U.S. goals, strong goaltending, and contributions from players nationwide, with the final series matchup set for Saturday night in Edmonton.
   

• Obituary: Linda F. (Lepore) Sorbello, 82 (thereadingpost.com) — Family and friends are invited to honor Linda F. (Lepore) Sorbello, 82, at visiting hours on Monday, Dec. 15 from 9 a.m. to noon at Cota Funeral Home on Park Street in North Reading at the Reading line. A brief service will follow at noon, with donations requested to Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund in lieu of flowers.
   

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