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

In today's newsletter:

  • Can anyone slow down Wellesley High's red‑hot golf team?
  • Thinking about an in‑law apartment? Here's how Wellesley handles ADUs.
  • See how Wellesley's colleges stacked up in Forbes' new rankings.

Also on today's calendar: Reptile Meet & Greet with Outdoor Games and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid; a shower in the p.m., with a high of 79 and low of 65 degrees.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 79, low: 47.
  • Saturday: Some sun, then clouds; cooler, with a high of 66 and low of 51 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Wellesley High boys golf off to hot start; Top players head to Cape tourney (theswellesleyreport.com) — Wellesley High's boys golf team is rolling, having just beaten Framingham at Nehoiden and staying undefeated except for a tight win over Natick. Local fans can catch them at home again Thursday against Brookline, while several Raider standouts head to a major Cape Cod invitational this Sunday.
   

• ADUs now part of Wellesley's housing mix (theswellesleyreport.com) — If you've wondered about adding an in-law apartment or rental unit in Wellesley, this piece walks through how ADUs now fit into town bylaws and housing options. It explains recent rule changes, local permit experiences, and where longtime homeowners can find clearer guidance before starting a project.
   

• These 8 Massachusetts schools named among best small colleges in US (milforddailynews.com) — Wellesley residents can take pride that both Wellesley College and Babson College have been ranked among the nation's top small colleges by Forbes, with Wellesley at No. 7 and Babson at No. 25. The list spotlights eight standout Massachusetts schools under 4,000 undergrads, emphasizing strong graduation rates, alumni earnings, and student outcomes over prestige or selectivity.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Needham

  • Needham grieving after high school student's sudden death (nbcboston.com)
  • MIAA girls top 10: Concord-Carlisle, Masco rise after opening week (soccerjournal.com)
  • Two Powerhouses, One Drive: SharkNinja Joins McLaren Racing as Official Partner (marketscreener.com)

Newton

  • First Look At Newton Crossing As Development Prepares For Leasing (patch.com)

Dover

  • AlphaCore launches family office unit with $5B Streamline acquisition (investmentnews.com)

Ok Wellesley! 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: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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