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Illinois could see some snow accumulation over the weekend. (Shutterstock)
ILLINOIS We could be in for a snowy weekend in the Chicago area, with a chance of snow in the forecast through Sunday night. On Friday, snow could become heavy at times, reducing visibility, according to the National Weather Service.
The heaviest snow is likely to come around noon on Friday, with periods of sharply reduced visibility.
With a high of 37 on Friday, some areas could see some snow accumulation, and several inches of snow accumulation is possible by Sunday night.
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Scattered snow showers are expected through the day Friday, with more light snow moving into the area during the pre-dawn hours Saturday and lingering through the morning. The National Weather Service anticipates about an inch of snow on Saturday.
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Kevin C. Monteiro, CAE, Executive Director of The Massachusetts Dental Society (MDS)
The Massachusetts Dental Society (MDS) is pleased to announce the appointment of association veteran, and Jamaica Plain resident, Kevin C. Monteiro, CAE, as the organization s new Executive Director. The MDS represents 5,000-plus member dentists and is a statewide constituent of the American Dental Association.
Monteiro, who has been with the MDS since 2013, most recently served as Managing Director of Strategy and External Affairs, where he was charged with overseeing the organization s legislative advocacy initiatives, external communications, and strategic governance reform. Kevin has proven time and again that he is passionate about advocating for our members and working toward equitable access to oral health for all, said Dr. MaryJane Hanlon, MDS President. I, along with the MDS Board of Trustees, have come to value his thoughtful approach and commitment to collaboration. Under his
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Kay and Ed Rather of Temecula arrive at a Ralphs pharmacy for their coronavirus vaccination appointment. (Ashley Ludwig/Patch)
TEMECULA, CA First, the tiredness hit, Kay Rather says while she fixes breakfast. But she s not complaining: It s a side effect of being vaccinated with her husband, Ed, on Thursday at Ralphs Pharmacy in Temeucla. She is grateful to be in the first wave of those over 65 to receive their first dose of the coronavirus vaccine.
I am more than grateful. Kay is my mother.
As I sit and listen to her describe what it felt like to be vaccinated against the virus that has plagued the world for nearly a year, my mother is still teaching me the art of letting go, of staying in the now, and of being grateful for the hand you re dealt, even if you have to bluff.
UpdatedFri, Jan 15, 2021 at 12:14 pm ET
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Over seven percent of Andover coronavirus tests were positive over the last two weeks. (Shutterstock)
ANDOVER, MA Andover s coronavirus case count and positive test rate continued to rise over the last week, according to the statewide town-by-town data released Thursday. The town was again designated high risk for the virus.
The town s two-week positive test rate rose to 7.1 percent, up from 6.9 percent last week. The town had 331 cases over the last two weeks, up from 286.
According to town data, Andover has 206 active cases as of Thursday, bringing it to 1,770 cumulative cases. Of those, 103 residents have died.
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Social distancing measures will be enforced. (Shutterstock)
HOLLYWOOD, CA YMCA s across Los Angeles will launch a six-week program offering uninsured women free breast cancer screenings. Screenings will take 15 minutes, and will provide a referral to a licensed doctor or medical professional for follow-up care.
The Hollywood YMCA will host screenings on January 21 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m at 1553 N. Schrader Blvd. Attendees can RSVP at alineaevents.com/ymca-2021, but walk-ups will also be accepted. This program is part of the Y s continuing effort to make sure our community members are able to get the necessary services to maintain a healthy lifestyle, said Mario Valenzuela, vice president of equity and inclusion for the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles.