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Daily Five: Coastie Commencement

Five things to know for May 16

1. Periodic rain and thunderstorms arrive today, with a slight chance that they'll linger into the early evening. The high temperature hits 65 degrees, sunrise is 5:29 a.m., and sunset is 8:02 p.m.

2. as the graduates its latest class of cadets today. The ceremony starts at 11 a.m., and there might be increased traffic around the gate this morning as parents and guests arrive.

3. We’re in the middle of , and there are a few events going on at the tonight. The Student Fun Night brings in games and activities from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. While you’re there, you can also check out the senior science and art projects.

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4. It’s the last day to nominate your pick for the best restaurant in New London when it comes to . Nominations cease at 5 p.m. today, and a poll of the top contenders will go up on Thursday morning.

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5. Some holidays are certainly more somber than others. Iraq recognizes Mass Graves Day, a memorial to people murdered under Saddam Hussein’s dictatorship.

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