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5 Things You Need to Know Today: Oct. 18

Get information on leaf and grass clippings collection, which runs this week in Westwood.

Five Things you Need to Know Today" is a Patch column that provides readers with essential, daily information at a glance.

1. Weather: No rain in today's forecast, but skies will be mostly cloudy today with a high near 66 degrees, according to the National Weather Service

2. Leaves & Grass Clippings Collection Reminder: A reminder to residents that leaves and grass clippings will be collected in Westwood throughout the week this week. Leaves and clippings must be placed at the curb by 7 a.m. in biodegradable recycling bags or in barrels clearly marked "LEAVES". Only grass and leaves will be collected; no other material is allowed.

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3. Early Release This Week: Westwood Public Schools will have an early release day on Wednesday, Oct. 19, due to a professional development day. 

4. Fire Station Open House: The  will hold an open house on Saturday, Oct. 22 at 11 a.m. For more information on the event, . 

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5. New Traffic Tracker: Did you know you can now track traffic in Westwood and the surrounding area on Westwood Patch? C, bookmark it, and check it during your morning and evening commute! 


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