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Hey there, Burlington! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Burlington gas station sells $10,000 winning scratch ticket
  • Why Burlington keeps getting blocked from inspecting its ICE facility
  • What Lahey's new surgery chief means for Burlington patients and families

Also on today's calendar: Sudbury PMC Kids Ride (all riders welcome!) and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the tree say when Spring arrived? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-shower, with a high of 82 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 77, low: 57.
  • Sunday: Very warm with clouds and sun, with a high of 86 and low of 67 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

1. Huge Scratch-Off Winner Sold At Burlington Store (patch.com) — A Burlington gas station sold a $10,000 winning Mass Lottery scratch ticket in the $15,000,000 Colossal Millions game, bringing a nice payday to one lucky player. The $30 scratch-off still has two $15 million top prizes available, and the Lottery reminds Burlington players to sign their tickets and gamble responsibly.
   

2. Burlington Continues Efforts to Inspect ICE Facility (bcattv.org) — Burlington officials are still trying to inspect the ICE facility at 1000 District Avenue after a judge twice denied their requests for an administrative search warrant. Select Board members voiced frustration but plan to keep gathering affidavits, exploring zoning concerns, and working with legal counsel and higher-level officials to address reported conditions inside the federal processing center.
   

3. Elliot Servais, MD, appointed Chair of Surgery at Lahey Clinic (homenewshere.com) — Patients and staff at Burlington's Lahey Clinic will see continuity in surgical leadership as thoracic surgeon Dr. Elliot Servais moves from interim to permanent chair of surgery. Known for his work in robotic and thoracic oncology, he'll focus on strengthening clinical programs, innovation, and education across the Beth Israel Lahey Health system while keeping patient-centered care central.
   

4. The '10s: Top 50 girls prospects in New England entering 2026-27 (hockeyjournal.com) — A Burlington, Mass. native, defender Chloe Rabazzi, lands at No. 14 in New England Hockey Journal's first Top 50 ranking of 2010-born girls prospects, highlighting her aggressive, puck-confident play at Dexter Southfield. The list showcases rising prep and academy standouts across New England, many already drawing college attention after strong festival and camp performances.
   

5. Hidden H-1B job network claims under review: Trump admin (newsweek.com) — Federal civil-rights officials are reviewing a Burlington tech job ad that allegedly sought only H-1B visa holders, raising questions about possible citizenship-status discrimination. The case is part of broader Trump administration efforts to tighten H-1B rules, increase fees, and step up enforcement against employers accused of misusing the visa program.
   

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Other local events
    Friday August 28
  • Teen End of Summer After Hours Lock-In
    Burlington Public Library Fogelberg A , 22 Sears Street, Burlingt
    5:30 pm
    • Saturday August 29
  • Library at the Farmers' Market
    Maynard Public Library Offsite location
    9:00 am
  • Beat the Heat Board Gaming for All Ages
    Burlington Public Library Fogelberg C , 22 Sears Street, Burlingt
    10:30 am
  • Saturday Morning Movie: The Sheep Detectives
    Burlington Public Library Fogelberg A , 22 Sears Street, Burlingt
    10:30 am
    • Monday August 31
  • first day of school K-12
    Maynard SD Maynard, MA 01754
  • Green Meadow First Day of School K-3
    Green Meadow Maynard, MA 01754
    • Tuesday September 1
  • State Primary - Election →
    Burlington, MA Calendar, 123 Cambridge Street, Burlington
    7:00 am
    • Thursday September 3
  • Women of '76 →
    Human Services Building - 61 Center Street
    7:00 pm
    • Tuesday September 8
  • Sing with Lexington Pops Chorus →
    Hancock United Church Of Christ, 1912 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington
    7:30 pm
    • Thursday September 10
  • Einstein's Workshop School Year Classes and Programs Open House →
    Einstein's Workshop, 25 Adams St, Burlington
    6:00 pm
    • Saturday September 12
  • Codman Estate Fine Arts and Crafts Festival →
    Codman Estate, 34 Codman Rd, Lincoln
    10:00 am

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  • I'm looking for a cleaner that can clean a small apartment after we move out.
    Will be looking for someone on the 5th of September (Saturday). Thanks. (Nextdoor Burlington Mall Road)
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Ok Burlington! 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: What a re-leaf! (Thank you Flo G. for sending it in!)
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