Wellesley residents enjoyed a colorful light show late Friday night, some heading to high points like Maugus Hill to get a great view.
The strong solar storms gave locals a rare glimpse of the northern lights.
![Aurora over Wellesley](https://media.theswellesleyreport.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/11090648/IMG_6439-929x1000.jpg)
![Northern Lights from Maugus Hill](https://media.theswellesleyreport.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/11091000/IMG_0470-1000x750.jpeg)
![Northern Lights from Maugus Hill](https://media.theswellesleyreport.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/11090953/IMG_0476-750x1000.jpeg)
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The northern lights were very rare and amazing. The colors had many different values like purple and green.