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Five Things to Know Today: June 8

A handful of things to get you going in Trenton today.

Here are five things you need to know to start your day.

  1. If you were hot yesterday, just wait until you feel today's heat. According to the National Weather Service today's high will be right around 92 degrees. Get ready to melt. The only comfort in the day's weather can be found in a strong breeze that might reach up to 28 mph. As per usual, the weather service is calling for overnight showers and thundershowers with a 60 percent chance of precipitation. Pshh. I'll believe it when I see it.
  2. In recognition of Trenton's rich hockey traditions, we bring you the Hockey Term of the Day: backhand shot, a shot or pass made with the stick from the left side by a right-handed player or from the right side by a left-handed player. Terms brought to you by www.firstbasesports.com.
  3. Sadly, the new Spray Park at will not be opening today despite ridiculously high temperatures. The park had some rain delays early in the spring according to Joann Perna, assistant director of . The Spray Park is scheduled to open June 10.
  4. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives yesterday wanted in connection with in Trenton including two that occurred at . The arrest was made to the ATF and the .
  5. A big, Patchy so long to the seniors who are enjoying their last day as high school students today. Good work you guys. Go forth and conquer the world.

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