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National Grid Warns of Phone Scams

National Grid’s Customer Contact Center has received numerous calls from electric customers saying they have been contacted by phone by individuals claiming to be from National Grid and advising the customers they have a past due balance on their utility bill. These scammers warn that service will be shut off immediately, unless the customer provides sensitive bank account or cash card information and agrees to make an immediate payment. National Grid does contact customers with past due balances by phone to offer payment options, but never demands direct payment over the telephone.  If customers wish, they can arrange for a payment by check, credit card or debit card if they speak directly to a customer service representative.  Payment can also be made by credit card or debit card without a representative’s assistance.  Customers who have received calls demanding immediate payment and are asked for bank account information should contact National Grid immediately.

The Stoughton schools will be having an early release day Thursday.

The Duct Tape Program with Bernadette will be at the Stoughton Public Library, Wednesday, Sept. 25, from 3-5 p.m. It is for ages 11-18 and limited to 12 people. Sign up at the desk or call 781-344-2711.

"Slapstick Comedy: Car Chases, Pratfalls, Buffoonery, and Pie Fights" will be the latest in a film series at the Stoughton Public Library, Thursday, Sept. 26, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. The night will feature The Three Stooges, Buster Keaton, Harold Lloyd, Laurel & Hardy, Charlie Chaplin, Harry Langdon, Edna Purviance and The Marx Brothers.

The Stoughton Historical Society will be holding a yard sale Saturday, Sept. 28, at 6 Park St.


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