Rain causes sewer overflow at 94 Allen Street

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Sewer overflow reported at 94 Allen Street

Severe rain caused a sanitary sewer overflow at 94 Allen Street, according to a notice posted Sunday. About 500 gallons per minute were flowing at the time of the report. The notice said updates would follow on how long the incident lasts.

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UMass Boston admissions team visits Braintree High School

UMass Boston admissions representatives visit Braintree High School Monday, September 28, from 10:30 a.m. to noon to discuss college pathways with students.

UMass Boston

Thayer Library course examines power of political speeches

The OLLI course 'Ask not what...' begins Monday, September 28, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Thayer Public Library, a five-session look at persuasion in political speeches.

Thayer Public Library

Mah Jongg open play at Thayer Library

Thayer Public Library hosts open Mah Jongg play Monday, September 28, at 10 a.m.; all players are welcome.

Thayer Public Library

Intro to Tai Chi class offered at Thayer Library

An introductory Tai Chi class for pre-registered OLLI members meets Monday, September 28, at 12:15 p.m. at Thayer Public Library.

Thayer Public Library

Tai Chi for Arthritis class meets Monday at Thayer Library

Thayer Public Library's OLLI Tai Chi for Arthritis class meets Monday, September 28, at 2 p.m.; pre-registration with OLLI is required.

Thayer Public Library

Children's author Julie Koon visits Thayer Library

Julie Koon reads one of her picture books Monday, September 28, at 5 p.m. in the Children's Room; the free event is best for ages 3-8 and requires no registration.

Thayer Public Library

Thayer Library book club discusses Katherine Boo's work

The Nonfiction Book Club meets Monday, September 28, at 7 p.m. to discuss Katherine Boo's 'Behind the Beautiful Forevers.'

Thayer Public Library

Flood watch remains in effect for Braintree through Monday night

The National Weather Service continued a flood watch for eastern Norfolk County, including Braintree, through late Monday night, warning of possible urban and small-stream flooding from additional rain.

National Weather Service

St. Francis parish holds Monday Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet

A weekly Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet gathering takes place Monday, September 28, from 6:45 to 7:30 p.m. during Adoration at Saint Francis of Assisi Parish, 856 Washington Street.

Braintree Catholic