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A National Weather Service report said the recent storm had left 22 inches of snow accumulation in Sterling by 6:20 a.m. Monday morning, and 18 inches in Fitchburg by 3:19 a.m. Monday, according to measurements taken from volunteer spotters.

The recent snowfall buries a barbecue area on a deck in Fitchburg. (SALLY CRAGIN)
The recent snowfall buries a barbecue area on a deck in Fitchburg. (SALLY CRAGIN)
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