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5 Things: Powerball Numbers Mean Big Jackpot!

We're in the money, the Patch is sunny.

1. Weather report: Today may bring a few snow showers and flurries with a high of 37 degrees. Tonight will be partly cloudy with more clouds coming later in the night. There will be an overnight low of 24 degrees. Tomorrow should be warmer with some partly cloudy weather.

2. Jackpot! We all have heard of the giant Powerball jackpot that promises to make your dreams come true. If you are buying tickets in a group, here are some tips to prevent any drama should you be lucky enough to win.

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3. Patch Fact: The Celts were ancient inhabitants of Europe. The term has also traditionally included the people of Iron Age Great Britain and Ireland.

4. Beam me up Scotty. Schools in Florida have adopted a new system of payment for students that has significantly less plastic. Hungry youngsters can use their palms to identify themselves and pay for their meal.

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5. Patch props! Marie Grella would like to send a Thank You to the volunteers & Walmart for donating the 480 wreaths that were placed on Veteran's graves.The volunteers placed these wreaths at the five cemetery's in Amherst on Saturday, Nov. 24. Thank you family, friends & volunteers for your help, the use of your trucks to transport the wreaths to their locations, and your continued support. (See more on WMUR News 9)

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