5 Things You Need to Know Today: May 24

Welcome to 5 Things You Need to Know Today, your place for useful facts. We'll provide this early morning digest each weekday to keep Salemites and Salem Patch users in-the-know.

1. It looks like another dog featured in our has found a new home. announced found a family to call his own on the organization's Facebook page. Congratulations, Randy. Be sure to look for our pet of the week every Saturday.
2. Congratulations to senior Kellie Sacco. Last night was her final meeting as student representative to the School Commitee. Way to go, Kellie. Kellie was presented with the City seal by the mayor. Congrats!
3. Hey kids, interested in registering for summer recreation basketball leagues? You'll have your chance this Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Council on Aging. Boys and girls 9-15 can participate for $35. For more information, email salemyouthbasketball@yahoo.com.
4. The will be taking to the high seas on Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. Be sure to RSVP by calling 978-744-0004 or email info@salem-chamber.org. The trip will be taking off from Central Wharf since isn't yet finished.
5. Take a look back at the list of who were awarded wartime service medals on Saturday. There are some veterans who were not present at the ceremony. Congratulations.

To find out what else is happening today in Salem, check out our events calendar.