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Burlington Police Getting 4 New Officers
Officers Daniel Murphy, Colton Bader, Joe Belsito and Richard Riley were appointed in May and recently graduated the police academy.

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Officers Daniel Murphy, Colton Bader, Joe Belsito and Richard Riley were appointed in May and recently graduated the police academy.

Gov. Charlie Baker, who is not seeking a third term, denied a Trump-supported primary challenge had any influence on his choice not to run.
Local Christmas tree farms are welcoming families back to their lots this year as the country emerges from the pandemic.
Fewer Christmas trees will be available this year due to supply chain delays.
A Christmas tree shortage means families should get a tree earlier than usual.
A Christmas tree shortage means families should get a tree earlier than usual.
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Barnes & Noble, which said its landlord will redevelop the site, is looking for another location to continue in Saugus.
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Seven fine artists will present unique gift items in conjunction with their art show for the month of November.
"We are overwhelmed with gratitude for each of you who played a part in recognizing the value of kindness and acting upon it."
Think of a few stores, restaurants or businesses you would miss if they disappeared, and plan to spend money there this holiday season.
Anything from an inconvenient to a surprisingly heavier amount of snow could be in the card Friday and Sunday evenings.
A cold, blustery weekend could mean snow Friday and Monday nights — bad news for anyone coming back from Thanksgiving trips.
Students said officials suggested they "be more aware" of their surroundings and reconcile with the student accused of posting their photos.
Firefighters were at a Short Street home Wednesday morning.
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Air conditioning, bolstering special education funding and elevator repairs are among the $2 million worth of one-time investments requests.