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Oct. 19: Five Things You Need to Know Today

What you need to know this Wednesday.

1. Happy birthday, Queens! Our beloved borough celebrated its 328th birthday on Monday. Read more in this week's Remembered Places

2. The impending arrival of winter weather means it's time to crank up the heat, but we've got some tips from Con Edison on how to save yourself some money and make your home as energy efficient as possible. 

3. Itching to get out of the house but unsure of where to go? Check back later today for this week's Great Escape. 

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4. Alternate side parking will be suspended Thursday and Friday in honor of Shemini Atzereth and Simchas Torah, respectively.

5. The weather today will be rainy and gray, with highs in the mid-60s. 

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