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<p class="MsoNormal"><a name="_Hlk48889633"></a><a name="_Hlk45262650"></a><a name="_Hlk41375746"></a><a name="_Hlk59647659"></a><a name="_Hlk56756075"></a><a name="_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><u>LOCAL
GOVERNMENT NEWS AND NOTICES<o:p></o:p></u></b></span></span></span></span></span></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>COVID-19
Vaccination Opportunities</b></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><a name="_Hlk73084516">The
Town of Easton, in collaboration with Bridgewater State University and other partner communities, is pleased to announce the opening of a regional COVID-19 vaccination site. Vaccinations are available from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Bridgewater State University
Kelly Gymnasium, 45 Park Avenue, Bridgewater, MA 02325. Vaccine appointments can be scheduled
</a></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://home.color.com/vaccine/register/bridgewater"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk73084516">here</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk73084516"></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk73084516">.
Brockton Neighborhood Health Center has also expanded its service area and is offering vaccinations to Easton residents. Information on registering for this clinic can be found
</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdd1vQK33TIY7G9yUGWr428QPSxM8XFJ8M3Zg7ywXUDz7MwCw/viewform"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk73084516">here</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk73084516"></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk73084516">.
All mass vaccination sites are now allowing walk-ins for COVID-19 vaccines. More information can be found
</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/info-details/covid-19-vaccination-locations"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk73084516">here</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk73084516"></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk73084516">.
For continued updates, please visit the </span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.easton.ma.us/covid-19"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk73084516">Town
of Easton COVID-19 Information and Resources webpage</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk73084516"></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk73084516">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><o:p> </o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><a name="_Hlk72482268"><b>Fiscal
Year 2022 Budget Book Now Available <o:p></o:p></b></a></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk72482268">The
Town Administrator's adopted budget is available in a comprehensive document that contains both the operating and capital budgets for Fiscal Year 2022. The budget information is presented in a helpful and user-friendly format that includes a citizen’s guide
to the budget, a budget summary for each department, and a glossary of common municipal finance terminology. A full copy of the Town’s Fiscal Year 2022 Budget is available
</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://eastontownma.documents-on-demand.com/document/6a5ebe80-2eb7-eb11-a33b-000c29a59557/Annual%20Budget%20for%20Fiscal%20Year%20Starting%20July%2001,%202021"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk72482268">here</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk72482268"></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk72482268">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk72482268"></span>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><o:p> </o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>May
1 through November 1: Phase III Water Restrictions</b></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">Effective
May 1, 2021 through November 1, 2021 Phase III Water Restrictions will be in place. Even numbered properties will be restricted to Mondays between 5:00 am to 8:00 am. Odd numbered properties will be restricted to Tuesday 5:00 am to 8:00 am. These tighter
restrictions are a result of exceeding the performance standard of 65 residential gallons per capita per day set by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection. Our residential gallons per capita per day was 72 for calendar year 2020 and this
is primarily influenced by excessive outdoor watering. These tighter restrictions will remain in effect for all of 2021 unless further restrictions are required. At this time the Massachusetts Drought Taskforce has issued a Level 2 Significant Drought Advisory
for all of southeastern Massachusetts limiting non-essential outdoor use. We ask residents to check and reduce the operation of their irrigation systems and follow the prescribed day and operational hours. Residents will be notified if further emergency
restrictions are required. Please visit the Easton Water Division web page at for more
</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.easton.ma.us/departments/dpw/water_division/index.php"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">https://www.easton.ma.us/departments/dpw/water_division/index.php</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><o:p> </o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Easton
Water Division 2020 Consumer Confidence Report</b></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">The
Easton Water Division is pleased to announce the availability of the 2020 Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) which is available on the Water Divisions webpage:
</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.easton.ma.us/departments/dpw/water_division/docs/MA000065_WR.pdf"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">https://www.easton.ma.us/departments/dpw/water_division/docs/MA000065_WR.pdf</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">Individuals
requesting a hard copy sent to them, should call the Easton Water Division at 508-230-0850.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><o:p> </o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Town
of Easton Employment Opportunities</b></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">The
Town of Easton has the following employment opportunity available:<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">•
Executive Assistant to the Select Board and Town Administrator – full time 35 hours per week
<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">•
Payroll Coordinator – full time 35 hours per week<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">•
Seasonal Positions – including lifeguards for the Town Pool<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">For
more information, and full job postings, please visit Town of Easton </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.easton.ma.us/easton_residents/employment_opportunities.php"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">Employment
Opportunities</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span class="MsoHyperlink">.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Pond
Street Paving Project<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">As
part of the Town of Easton’s ongoing pavement management program, the paving of Pond Street is scheduled to begin the week of June 1st. Motorists should expect delays and seek alternate routes during this time. Police Details will be on scene to assist and
direct traffic through and around the work zones. The first phase of work includes reclamation of the existing asphalt surface. This phase of the work will take approximately one week. Following the reclamation process the initial layer of asphalt will be
installed, followed by sidewalk work, and then the installation of the final course of asphalt later this summer. Thank you for your patience as we make improvements to the Town of Easton’s roadways. If you have any questions, please contact the Department
of Public Works at (508) 230-0800 or </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:dfield@easton.ma.us"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">dfield@easton.ma.us</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><o:p> </o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Black
Brook Road Paving Project<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">As
part of the Town of Easton’s ongoing pavement management program, the resurfacing of Black Brook Road is scheduled to begin Tuesday June 1st. Motorists should expect delays and seek alternate routes during this time. Police Details will be on scene to assist
and direct traffic through and around the work zones. The work involves the installation of two separate roadway treatments. Beginning on June 1st the first phase of work will include the milling of the existing roadway surface. Following the milling the
first roadway treatment will be installed later in June. This first treatment is a stress absorbing interlayer known as “rubber chip seal.” This treatment involves the installation of a layer of stone chips embedded in asphalt. This will not be the final
surface of the road. The second treatment, which will follow shortly after the first treatment, will be a conventional warm mix asphalt overlay. Residents should be aware that until the final asphalt surface is applied there will be some loose stone present
from the rubber chip seal application. This is normal and the DPW will sweep the roadway periodically to reduce the volume of loose stone until the final asphalt surface can be applied. These two treatments combined will provide a new wearing surface and
significantly extend the life of the road. After the installation of both treatments the DPW will be paving new driveway transitions as needed in the following weeks. Please be advised that the dates referenced are subject to delays from weather. Thank you
for your patience as we make improvements to the Town of Easton’s roadways. If you have any questions, please contact the Department of Public Works at (508) 230-0800 or
</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:dfield@easton.ma.us"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">dfield@easton.ma.us</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><o:p> </o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Depot
Street Reconstruction Project</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">The
Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) has begun a road improvement project on Depot Street (Route 123), between Newell Circle and Washington Street (Route 138). This project is intended to address deteriorated pavement and multi-modal accommodation
through reconstruction of the roadway (minor widening) to provide bicycle accommodation in addition to reconstructed sidewalks and extensions. The project is 2 miles in length. A traffic signal is proposed at the Depot Street/Center Street/Porter Street intersection.
The project also includes drainage upgrades, a new water main, and new pavement markings and signs. Drivers who are traveling through the affected areas should expect delays, reduce speed, and use caution. Please visit
</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.easton.ma.us/departments/dpw/depot.php"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">https://www.easton.ma.us/departments/dpw/depot.php</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">
for more information and updates on the project.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"></span>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Wednesdays June 9 thru September
1, 2021: Weekly Trail Work on Conservation Lands<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">Join a crew of volunteers led by Associate
Conservation Commissioner Christopher Patrick on weekly work projects to improve the trails on town conservation lands. Co-sponsored by the New England Mountain Bike Association, the crew meets this Wednesday, June 9 at 5:30 P.M. Meet us at the corner of Chickdee
Lane, and Kerry Lane, North Easton, to work on the boardwalk expansion project at Flyaway Pond Management Area. For the remainder of the summer, weekly trail work projects will be announced on Wednesday mornings, via an Instagram post. Check here for up to
date notices on meeting location and weather cancellation: </span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/semass_nemba_trailwork"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">https://www.instagram.com/semass_nemba_trailwork</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">.
The following work projects will be tackled throughout the summer: Complete boardwalk over wet/muddy areas at Flyaway Pond; Removing debris from old bridge in Clifford Grant Town Forest; and conducting a few annual trail "clip backs" to trim aggressive vegetation
from various trail segments. Details can also be found here: </span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.nemba.org/events/se-ma-nemba-weekly-trailwork-series"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">https://www.nemba.org/events/se-ma-nemba-weekly-trailwork-series</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">.
For any questions or for more information contact Christopher Patrick at </span>
</span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:mtbchris@gmail.com"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">mtbchris@gmail.com</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-autospace:none"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Status
of Town Services</span></strong><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;background:white"><o:p></o:p></span></strong></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black;background:white">Town
Offices and Frothingham Hall are open for walk-in service the following days:</span><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black;background:white">Tuesdays
8:30 AM – 4:30 PM<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black;background:white">Thursdays
8:30 AM – 4:30 PM<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black;background:white">Fridays
8:30 AM – 12:30 PM<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black;background:white">In
person service for needs that cannot be met by remote means is available by appointment only on Mondays and Wednesdays. To book an appointment, please click
</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.easton.ma.us/easton_residents/about_easton/contact_us.php"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="background:white">here</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black;background:white">.
To review the Town of Easton Interim Inspection Policy during COVID-19 Declared State of Emergency, please click
</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://eastontownma.documents-on-demand.com/document/027ac652-b86e-ea11-a2ee-000c29a59557/Interim%20COVID-19%20Inspection%20Policy%202020.03.25"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="background:white">here</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black;background:white">.
This policy is applicable to all inspectional staff, including the Building Department, Board of Health, Planning, Zoning, Conservation, DPW, Water, and Assessors. The Town appreciates your continued patience and support as we all do our part together to limit
the spread of COVID-19.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black;background:white"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Veterans Benefits During COVID-19</b></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">M.G.L. Chapter 115 provides a needs
based, means tested program of financial and medical assistance for qualifying veterans and their dependents. Eligible applicants may receive financial assistance for food, shelter, clothing, housing supplies, and dental and medical care. These benefits are
available for dependents of deceased veterans as well. To qualify as a single applicant your gross income must be below $2,081 and your assets must be below $5,000. To qualify as a married couple your gross income must below $2,818 and your assets must be
below $9,800. Assets refer to liquid assets and do not include your home, vehicle, etc. it does, however include any IRA, 401k, stocks, bonds, trusts. We are proud to offer access to these benefits that you have earned through you or your loved one’s service
to our country. Please contact Cory Ahonen, Veterans’ Service Officer, at 774-273-1991 or by e-mail at
</span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:cahonen@easton.ma.us"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">cahonen@easton.ma.us</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span class="MsoHyperlink">,</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">
to find out what documentation is needed to complete your application.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><o:p> </o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Veterans Discretionary Fund</b></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">The Veterans Discretionary Fund is reserved
for the purchase or reimbursement of expenses required to sustain daily living for any veteran who is a resident of Easton, MA. If you would like to donate or if you are in need of assistance from this fund please contact Cory Ahonen, Veterans’ Service Officer,
at 774-273-1991 or by e-mail at </span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:cahonen@easton.ma.us"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">cahonen@easton.ma.us</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Local
Business Assistance from the Small Business Administration</span></strong></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><span style="color:black;background:white"><br>
</span></b></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black;background:white">New
loan programs for small business owners and non-profits are available under the CARES Act, including up to $10 million under the Paycheck Protection Program:
</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-options"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:#0B7BC0;background:white">https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-options</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black;background:white">.
Find more information about all of the loan programs </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://eastontownma.documents-on-demand.com/document/eecbd6e8-d878-ea11-a2f1-000c29a59557/LOCAL%20BUSINESS%20ASSISTANCE%20FROM%20THE%20SBA?fbclid=IwAR3dR9kuer2UxbFIPnTOq6HXDNg9YsTxNnfhzeCccCXjN7NMctInW4LYZLM" target="_blank"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:#0B7BC0;background:white">here</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black;background:white">.
</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><u>COMMUNITY NEWS<o:p></o:p></u></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><a name="_Hlk70665892"><b><span style="color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></a></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk70665892"><b><span style="color:black">June
4: Path to Healing, Inc. - Free for Veterans and Service Members<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk70665892"><span style="color:black">June
4 through June 28. Learn to manage symptoms of Depression, Anxiety and PTSD triggered by military trauma. Monday evenings-Songwriting and/or Friday evenings-Horsemanship, combined with Saturdays-Yoga, Meditation, Cooking Demo and Counseling (education & coping
skills on trauma and related issues such as anger, trouble sleeping, etc.). For more information, call 508-219-2904, email
</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:info@pathtohealingma.org"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk70665892">info@pathtohealingma.org</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk70665892"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk70665892"><span style="color:black">
or visit our website </span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.pathtohealingma.org"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk70665892">https://www.pathtohealingma.org</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk70665892"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk70665892"><span style="color:black">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk70665892"><b><span style="color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk70665892"><b><span style="color:black">June
16: </span></b></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk70665892"><b>Finances
for the<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>Modern<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>Woman<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk70665892">At
5:30 pm. Women are living longer, earning and inheriting more. Get the 411 to help you be savvy and prepared. In fact, we have an exclusive segment of our practice devoted to women, called the<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><span style="color:black">Empow(Her)
Wealth Group. This Power Hour webinar is offered by RBC Wealth Management in Easton and free to Easton residents. Presenter is Nora Yousif, CFP<sup>®
</sup>Financial Advisor working with Kevin and Avery Lee Williams. Email: </span>
</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:nora.yousif@rbc.com"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk70665892">nora.yousif@rbc.com</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk70665892"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk70665892"><span style="color:black">
to register and be sent the Zoom link or register through our website at </span>
</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.EmpowerWealthGroup.com"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk70665892">www.EmpowerWealthGroup.com</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk70665892"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk70665892"><span style="color:black">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk70665892"><span style="color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk70665892"></span>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>August 11: When Cupid is Stupid<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">At 5:30 pm. We’ll discuss crucial financial
planning, investment, Social Security, college,<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>and tax considerations before, during, and after divorce so you’re best positioned for your next chapter ahead.<span style="color:black"> This Power Hour webinar is
offered by RBC Wealth Management in Easton and free to Easton residents. Presenter is Nora Yousif, CFP<sup>®
</sup>Financial Advisor working with Kevin and Avery Lee Williams. Email: </span>
</span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:nora.yousif@rbc.com"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">nora.yousif@rbc.com</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black">
to register and be sent the Zoom link or register through our website at </span>
</span></span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.EmpowerWealthGroup.com"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">www.EmpowerWealthGroup.com</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Important Notice from the Easton
Food Pantry<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">The Easton Food Pantry has new hours:
Mondays Noon – 3:30 PM at 136 Elm Street (Easton Town Offices Lot). </span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">The
Easton Food Pantry is here to serve residents in need. <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:9.0pt;text-indent:-9.0pt"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">1.
Call in by 5:00 PM Sunday evenings at (508) 230-0670 and leave the following info on voicemail: name, address, phone #, and number of members in the family. Speak slowly and clearly.
<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:9.0pt;text-indent:-9.0pt"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">2.
Clients must remain in their cars at all times. Someone will come to the car to check you in and a volunteer will bring your bag/s to your trunk. Please make certain it is clear.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:9.0pt;text-indent:-9.0pt"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">3.
You must wear a mask when speaking with our volunteers, even if fully vaccinated.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:9.0pt;text-indent:-9.0pt"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">4.
Please do not line up prior to opening; it impedes Town Hall traffic.<b> </b><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">If you are newly in need of food and
supplies, come see us on Mondays from 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM. Please bring with you proof of Easton residency, such as a current utility bill, tax bill, etc. that has your name and address on it (drivers licenses are not considered proof of residency). Stay in
your car, and a volunteer will come to register you.<b> <o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">For the safety of our clients and volunteers,
the Pantry will not open during severely cold or stormy weather. If you are in doubt, call ahead.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">Donations: If you would like to donate
NON-PERISHABLE food or supplies, we ask that you please use the bins located at Roche Bros, Shaw's, or 50 Oliver St. PLEASE NOTE THAT WE CANNOT ACCEPT ANY PERISHABLE ITEMS OR EXPIRED FOOD. Monetary donations and local supermarket gift certificates are always
greatly appreciated, and can be mailed to: Easton Food Pantry, 136 Elm Street, Easton, MA 02356.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">The Pantry is resuming food drives.
Please check the </span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://eastonfoodpantry.org/food-donations"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">website</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">
for guidance and scheduling. <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">Other business: please leave a message
at (508) 230-0670 if you have questions or would like to volunteer. Messages are checked frequently to ensure the mailbox is never full.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">Thank you to the people of Easton for
your support! Check the </span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Easton-Food-Pantry-147638461971296/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">Easton
Food Pantry Facebook page</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">
for updates.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="Default"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">FEMA
Funeral Assistance<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="Default"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">The
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is accepting applications for financial assistance for funeral costs for people who died of COVID-19 after January 20, 2020. FEMA is accepting applications through a dedicated call center (844-684-6333). Assistance
for eligible individuals is limited to a maximum of $9,000 per funeral and $35,500 per application. For more information and details please visit
</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.FEMA.gov/funeral-assistance/faq"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">www.FEMA.gov/funeral-assistance/faq</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="Default"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Art Coop / Gallery Has Reopened</b></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">The Art Coop / Gallery has reopened
and will remain open on </span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black">Saturdays,
from 10:00 am-4:00 pm Easton Shovel Town Cultural District is happy to announce the re-opening of the Coop/Gallery located at 50 Main Street (small cape house in the midst of Ames Shovelworks Project). We feature Fine Art in Paint and Photography, jewelry,
wood turned items, including kitchen ready bowls, platters as well as gift items. New Artist, Mary Lu Love, will be featuring handmade baskets. Check us out on Facebook: Easton Shovel Town Cultural District and Art Matters Easton MA.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><o:p> </o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Council on Aging Newsletter</b></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">The Council on Aging is here for you!
Please click on this link to view our current newsletter, hot off the presses! </span>
</span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.easton.ma.us/June%202021.pdf"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">https://www.easton.ma.us/June%202021.pdf</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:#1F497D"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Council on Aging’s Friendly Caller
Program</b></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">
<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">The COA has developed a new program
that we are really excited about called the Friendly Caller Program. The purpose of this program is to spread positivity and prevent social isolation. This will be especially important this holiday season! Those signed up will receive a weekly call from one
of our volunteers, where you can share stories or experiences, chat about current events, or just make small talk. This is also a great way to get to know some fellow seniors in town. If you are interested in enrolling to receive calls, please call the COA
at 508-230-0690.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Attention Veterans! The Reveille
Newsletter - A Publication of Easton Veterans’ Services</b></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.ourseniorcenter.com/find/easton-veterans-services"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">https://www.ourseniorcenter.com/find/easton-veterans-services</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span class="MsoHyperlink"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Ames Free Library Open for Quick
Browsing - Holds Pick-Up - Computer Use<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><a name="_Hlk68852302">The library is
open from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday through Saturday, as well as 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm on Thursdays. Visit for quick browsing, pick-up of holds, reference questions, and use of computers, printers and scanner. Those who do not wish to enter the building can book
an appointment for window-pickups at </a></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://amesfreelibrary.org/library-open-holds-pickup-computer-use" target="_blank"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk68852302">https://amesfreelibrary.org/library-open-holds-pickup-computer-use</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk68852302"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk68852302">.
For more information, email </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:info@amesfreelibrary.org" target="_blank"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk68852302">info@amesfreelibrary.org</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk68852302"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk68852302"> or
call 508-238-2000 between 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday - Saturday. All library material must be returned in the external Book Drops.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk68852302"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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the Town Crier</span></i></b></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><i>The Town Crier is typically sent
on Fridays informing subscribers of local government news, notices and community events. To request an event be added to a future newsletter, please send an email to
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