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Also on today's calendar: St Joseph Church $4000 Cash Prize Bingo and 9 more events.
And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Melissa G.!
Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the hospital? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Where To Pick Pumpkins Near Enfield This Fall (patch.com) — Families in Enfield looking for the perfect jack-o'-lantern have several nearby pumpkin patches to choose from in Somers, Ellington and South Windsor, with hayrides, corn mazes and farm stands adding to the outing. The piece also walks readers through safe, step-by-step pumpkin carving tips, from choosing a sturdy pumpkin to lighting it for Halloween visitors.
2. Former Enfield Resident Remembered For Helping Others (patch.com) — Enfield readers are introduced to the life of Robert "Bob" Munroe, who grew up in town before building a long career as a self-taught diesel mechanic. His family recalls his generosity, love of racing and contributions to veterans' groups, including donating a naval cannon that still stands outside American Legion Post 141, as they plan a future celebration of life.
3. CT State Colleges And Universities Host Fall Open House At 12 Locations (ctnewsjunkie.com) — Prospective Enfield students can tour CT State Asnuntuck on Nov. 19 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., with staff on hand to explain programs, financial aid, and free tuition options. The statewide CT State open house series offers a low-cost path toward degrees that can transfer to four-year universities, with registration for winter and spring classes opening later this month.
4. 2 Worcester Men Charged After Dirt Bike Theft Sting (patch.com) — Enfield police say a covert sting dubbed "Operation Whiskey Throttle" led to the arrest of three men accused of trying to break into a storage unit after responding to an online dirt bike listing. The Enfield PD, working with Homeland Security and local businesses, used the operation to target recent dirt bike and ATV thefts affecting storage units, homes, and businesses in surrounding communities.
5. Crews battle condo fire in East Windsor, no injuries reported (wfsb.com) — Fire crews from East Windsor and neighboring departments, including Enfield and Hazardville, quickly knocked down a condo fire on Folkstone Road Wednesday afternoon, preventing injuries despite heavy smoke and flames. Three attached units suffered smoke impacts and were vented for high carbon monoxide, while investigators continue to look into the cause and ask anyone with information to contact East Windsor police.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!)
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