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What's Closed on Independence Day in Needham?
Town offices and the senior center among the places in Needham that won't be open on July 4.

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Town offices and the senior center among the places in Needham that won't be open on July 4.

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We've started the list, but now we're calling on agents and home sellers to let us know more.
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