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Hello again Back Bay! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will the five-day Orange Line shutdown affect Back Bay commutes?
  • How new Pine Street housing in Back Bay supports formerly homeless neighbors

Also on today's calendar: Cape Ann Pride's Fall Masquerade Ball and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the tractor say to the plow? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Nice with sunshine, with a high of 74 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Sunday: Humid with rain, some heavy, temps: high: 72, low: 63.
  • Monday: Sunshine; nice, less humid, with a high of 75 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• MBTA Orange Line service suspended between Forest Hills and Back Bay for five days (wcvb.com) — Orange Line trains are not running between Forest Hills and Back Bay for five days, so Back Bay riders must use free shuttle buses or fare-free Commuter Rail to reach downtown. The MBTA is using the shutdown to accelerate major repairs and accessibility upgrades at Ruggles, Jackson Square, and other key points, and riders should plan at least 30 extra minutes for trips.
   

• Megan Gates named as new Pine Street Inn Board Chair (thebostonsun.com) — Pine Street Inn has expanded its supportive housing into Back Bay, now serving tenants in new residences that offer on-site help with life skills, health care, and job training. At the same time, longtime South End resident Megan Gates has been named board chair, guiding the organization's efforts to move more people from homelessness into stable homes across Boston.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

South End

North End

  • 101st Annual Italian Feast of Saints Cosmas and Damian this weekend (thebostonsun.com)
  • What's the best sandwich in the Boston area? Here's Wicked Local's pick (metrowestdailynews.com)
  • Pokémon GO City Safari Boston adds Eevee Stamp Rally and exclusive event activities (pokemonblog.com)

Boston

  • Woman Arrested In Connection With Boston Stabbing (patch.com)

Ok Back Bay! 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: Hold me close John Deere. (Thank you Jenny H. for sending it in!)
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