Our morning column, 5 Things You Need to Know, provides you with information that can help you plan your day and give you some fodder for water cooler conversations.

1. The latest Downtown Traffic Improvement update is available on the town's website.

2. Do you know who is on the ballot for the primary? Here is the rundown for Northborough.

3. Grab the girls. PYOP Studio is having a ladies night tonight at the studio.

4. It's National Friends Day as well as National Relaxation Day. Perhaps relax with your best friend?

5. Time is almost up to vote in the Reader's Poll. Cast your vote for categories such as best burger, best fries, best dry cleaner and best preschool.