Five Things You Need To Know Today, May 16

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Today is Monday, May 16. Here are five things you need to know:

1. Rain, rain, rain: This promises to be a long week of rain and it starts today. According to the National Weather Service, there will be periods of drizzle before 11 a.m. turning to scattered showers by Monday afternoon. Rain will continue Monday night and for the rest of the week. The high for Monday is expected to be 56 degrees.
2. Lot Closure: The across from will be closed until Sunday, May 22, while the town sets up for the . The fair will be held this Friday, May 20 and Saturday, May 21.
3. From the State House: The Winchester League of Women Voters invites the public to meet State Senator Pat Jehlen and State Representative Jason Lewis for a . Hear and discuss “Hot Topics” like jobs; the state economy, revenues and budget negotiations; healthcare; and the environment. Join the discussion on Monday, May 23 at the Main Meeting Room, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
4. In case you missed it: The settled on next year’s . The school year will begin at the end of August, before Labor Day.
5. “Like” us: If you haven’t done so already, be sure to head to the Winchester Patch Facebook page and become a fan.

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