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In today's newsletter:

  • Arlington resident gets lengthy federal sentence in drug and gun case
  • Arlington ranked among America's best small cities for 2026
  • Where Arlington and Arlington Catholic land in first MIAA football rankings

Also on today's calendar: Mark Torgerson and 23 more events.

Today's riddle: Why should you never iron a 4-leaf colver? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Pleasant with clouds and sun, with a high of 69 and low of 56 degrees.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and warmer, temps: high: 80, low: 64.
  • Friday: Warm; a p.m. shower possible, with a high of 84 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Arlington Man Gets Federal Prison Time In Drug Conspiracy (patch.com) — An Arlington man has been sentenced to more than eight years in federal prison for his role in a drug and firearms conspiracy operating across Massachusetts. Prosecutors say cellphone records tied him to another convicted felon in coordinating drug distribution, illegal gun sales, and discussions of robberies, while he was already on probation for prior offenses. The case involved multiple law enforcement agencies and highlights ongoing public safety concerns affecting Arlington residents.
   

• Connecticut city named one of best small cities in America: WalletHub (wtnh.com) — Arlington has been named one of WalletHub's top small cities in America for 2026, recognized alongside places like Lexington and Milton for livability and affordability. Analysts weighed housing costs, schools, healthcare, safety, and local amenities to rank more than 1,300 communities, underscoring Arlington's appeal for residents seeking strong services and quality of life.
   

• MIAA's first high school football state tournament power rankings (capecodtimes.com) — Arlington High's football team debuts at No. 13 in the MIAA Division 1 power rankings, while Arlington Catholic appears near the bottom of its division at No. 32. With more than a month until playoffs, these early standings will shift, but they give Arlington fans a first look at how their teams stack up statewide.
   

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-- The Patch AM Team

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