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🌱 Patch AM: Could the Red Line finally extend deeper into Arlington?

Spotted on the Arlington calendar: Oktoberfest at the Great American Beer Hall

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Hi Arlington! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Could the Red Line finally extend deeper into Arlington?

Also on today's calendar: Oktoberfest at the Great American Beer Hall and 17 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call cows dancing in the dark 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Cooler with clouds and sun, with a high of 65 and low of 47 degrees.
  • Sunday: Cloudy, afternoon rain, temps: high: 63, low: 55.
  • Monday: Cloudy with occasional rain, with a high of 65 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Arlington Hopes To Be Next Town To Get MBTA Train Extension (iheart.com) — Arlington officials and residents are backing an effort to repeal a 1980 state law that blocks any Red Line extension deeper into town, hoping to ease traffic and shorten commutes. Local barbershop customers and three state lawmakers say a new stop past Alewife could better serve Arlington's growing population and heavy congestion.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

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🗞 Nearby News

Belmont

  • Belmont Day Camp Celebrates 80 Years of Summer Tradition (belmontvoice.org)
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  • Real Estate Transactions for Aug. 17, 2026 to Aug. 28, 2026 (belmontvoice.org)

Medford

  • Federal Transit Administration ends years-long review of MBTA safety oversight - Boston News, Weather, Sports (whdh.com)

Somerville

  • Break-ins, Stolen Wallets, And Milk Attacks: Somerville Crime Log (patch.com)
  • Somerville To Celebrate Completion Of Major Street Redesign (patch.com)

Ok Arlington! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Night Moo-s (Thank you John S. for sending it in!)
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