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Five Things You Need to Know: Dec. 21

Local news for your morning.

Today is Friday, Dec. 21. Here are five things you need to know.

  • Rainy Day: Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-40s most of the day, with rain throughout the day as well.
  • Shopping: Here are some last minute local shopping ideas.And Check out our local holiday shopping guide with deals at local businesses this season.
  • Cookies: Check out these holiday cookie recipes.
  • Newtown: Here is a way you can help the families of the Newtown tragedy victims. And you can leave a message of support here.
  • This Day in History: In 1620, the Mayflower landed at Plymouth Rock. In 1898, Scientists Pierre and Marie Curie discovered the radioactive element radium. In 1951, Joe DiMaggio announced his retirement from Major League Baseball. In 1968, Apollo 8 was launched on a mission to orbit the moon.

To find more things to do today, check out our event listings.


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