5 Things: Menino Declares Flu Outbreak a Public Health Emergency

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1. Boston declared a public health emergency due to the flu outbreak.
2. Tonight Roslindale Village Main Street is hosting a small, less formal gathering with the volunteer Substation Redevelopment Project committee members to discuss the proposal, answer your questions and gather your ideas. The owners of Shanti Indian Restaurant, slated to open at 4197 Washington St., will graciously provide samples of their food during the drop-in gathering. 2A Corinth Street. 5:30-7:30 p.m.
3. Click here to find where you can get a flu shots in Roslindale.
4. Roslindale Village Main Street is looking for a new executive director. Stephanie Cave is leaving on Feb. 15. 
5. Christmas trees are being picked up Jan. 7-18, more info here.

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