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Dunkin’ Donuts’ Doughnut Bacon Sandwich is a Thing

A new DD concoction, a game company having troubles and more things to know today.

5 Things You Need to Know Today:

 

1. Gross or awesome? Dunkin' Donuts is taking their latest creation nationwide, for better or worse. Their new sandwich has fried eggs and bacon between a split glazed donut. The sweet sandwich has been available in a few stores in eastern Massachusetts since April.

2. Game over? Zynga has took out 520 jobs on Monday, 18 percent of its workforce, and closed down offices. The makers of internet hits like Farmville and Cityville are expected to lose $28.5-39 million. Their news brought their shares down 13 percent.

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3. Patch Fact: Did you know: Students in ancient Greece wore garlands of rosemary because they believed it improved memory.

4. Congrats! Robert Vincent Maguire of Amherst graduated May 4, 2013, from The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina. Maguire, a member of the South Carolina Corps of Cadets, earned a BS in Business Administration.

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5. Weather Report: Today: A mainly sunny sky. High 72F. Winds NW at 10 to 20 mph. Tonight: Clear skies. Low near 45F. Winds NW at 5 to 10 mph.

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