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Free coats to keep pets warm, a creative way to give back to the community & more!
Plus, a local restaurant announces they are closing their doors this week.
Dianna Carney & Camilo Díaz
January 19, 2026
Welcome to this week’s edition of Community Connections!
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The restaurant will serve its final meals on January 24th.
To learn more, check out the full article by clicking here.
The Quincy Animal Shelter is helping local pet owners brave the winter chill by offering free coats and sweaters for their furry companions.
To learn more, check out the full article by clicking here.
The shelter explains that each card helps provide food, medical care, and a safe place for pets as they wait for a new home.
To learn more, check out the full article by clicking here.
The winning design will be featured on the official summer 2026 Duxbury Beach t-shirt.
To learn more, check out the full article by clicking here.
The Pembroke Arts Festival is seeking volunteers to help make this year’s event a success.
To learn more, check out the full article by clicking here.
“This is the time of year we start to see an increase in possible bird flu cases,” the center announced.
To learn more, check out the full article by clicking here.
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