Week in Review: Dog Park Stirs Controversy, 'Graphic' Books Disturb Parents
A look back at some of the stories we covered this week on Dedham Patch.
Dedham Mom Wants Urban Outfitters 'Graphic' Books Moved
Dedham mom Ann Hunnewell has called upon Urban Outfitters to relocate its "graphic" books to an adult-only section. She has started a Facebook page to help rally other parents against the books.
SMA Fathers Won't Roll Over for Dedham Dog Park
While dog owners are enjoying the new pilot dog park on Common Street, Father Dermot Roache pointed out to the Board of Selectmen that the park - with up to 70 dogs visiting in a day - is located next to the home he shares with three other SMA Fathers. He has argued that the selectmen should not grant a one-year extension for the temporary park.
Dedham Boy's Basketball Clinches Tourney Berth
The DHS boy's basketball team clinched a playoff berth this week on the road against Weston on the back of guard Rohit Kumar.
Town Hopes Humps Help With Whiting Hill
Town officials will install two speed humps on Whiting Avenue between Walnut and River streets in hopes of slowing down drivers that neighbors say speed over a hill, putting residents and kids in danger.
PHOTOS: A Year After Steel, Avery Gets Ready to Open
The new Avery Elementary School is almost complete, and Dedham High School seniors received a tour of the new school - located behind theirs - this week. Seventeen seniors will help transition currenty Avery students into their new school this spring.
Other stories covered on Dedham Patch this week:
Update: Gas Leak Reported on Curve Street
Keegan: Urban Outfitters Can Sell Books, Shoppers Can 'Vote with Their Wallet'
Where to Buy Flowers for Valentine's Day?
Nearly 300 Animals Adopted in January
Dedham Developments Taking Shape, Hurdles Left for Some
Police Charge Two Women With Shoplifting Groceries
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