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🌱 Patch AM: Why Peabody just ranked as the nation’s hottest housing ZIP code

Also, don't miss Beer Garden Music Series with DECADES of ROCK! on the Peabody Patch calendar

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

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Peabody just ranked as the nation's hottest housing ZIP code

Also on today's calendar: Beer Garden Music Series with DECADES of ROCK! and 11 more events.

Today's riddle: How fast is milk when you pour it? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Mostly sunny and warmer, with a high of 82 and low of 61 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and beautiful, temps: high: 77, low: 58.
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 79 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• The 10 Hottest U.S. ZIP Codes in 2026, According to Realtor.com (bhg.com) — Peabody's 01960 ZIP code has just been named the hottest housing market in the entire country, with homes selling in a median of 20 days and often above asking. Realtor.com says demand is driven by Boston-area buyers seeking more space, character, and an easy commute, pushing Peabody's median listing price to about $600,000.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Lynn

  • Massachusetts woman will be on the move not once, but twice, after hitting $2 million lottery prize (fallriverreporter.com)
  • 25-year-old Massachusetts gang member pleads guilty to role in double murder (fallriverreporter.com)
  • Massachusetts Police Departments Face Scrutiny Over Alleged Misuse of License Plate Cameras – [your]NEWS (yournews.com)

Salem

  • Transcript: Rep. Seth Moulton on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 23, 2026 (cbsnews.com)

Ok Peabody! 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: It's "Pasturized" before you know it! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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