5 Things, Aug. 10: Suspicious Letter, Tax-Free Weekend

Today's Weather: There is a chance of showers and thunderstorms today, mainly after 2 p.m. There will otherwise be increasing clouds, with a high near 81, according to the National Weather Service. 

1. A reminder to all residents in Canton that . Customers of various retail establishments will be able to purchase most items without the normal 6.25 percent sales tax.

2. What intersection or area of Canton is the worst for speeding drivers? 

3. Canton Police and Fire Departments responded to Neponset Street on Thursday after receiving a report of a suspicious package.

4. The Canton Council on Aging is taking reservations now for their upcoming day trip to East Dennis on Aug. 16. It's a 90 minute cruise with wonderful views from the decks of the new Lobster Roll Cruise Ship! $65 per person. Lunch and site seeing. 

5. On this day in 1985, Michael Jackson bought ATV Music (i.e., every Beetle song) for $47 million.