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Morning Ridgefield! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • ROAR plans gala to honor key partners in Ridgefield pet rescue
  • Ridgefield drivers face gas prices higher than state and national averages
  • What a Ridgefield officer's bear shooting reveals about Connecticut's wildlife laws

Also on today's calendar: Complimentary Presentation - Preparing for Taxes in Retirement and 15 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 64 and low of 48 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and beautiful, temps: high: 73, low: 47.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 67 and low of 45 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• ROAR Gala To Honor Photographer And Danbury Animal Hospital In Ridgefield (patch.com) — Animal lovers in Ridgefield can look ahead to ROAR's Oct. 23 gala at Silver Spring Country Club, where longtime volunteer photographer Debbie Rabinowitz and Danbury Animal Hospital will be honored for their work with local rescue pets. The fundraiser supports Ridgefield Operation for Animal Rescue's efforts to care for and place homeless cats and dogs, with live and silent auctions and tickets available through the organization's website.
   

• Ridgefield Gas Prices Top State And National Averages As Connecticut Prices Ease (patch.com) — Drivers in Ridgefield are paying more at the pump than motorists across Connecticut and the nation, with local stations averaging $4.51 for regular gas this week. Recent reports show specific prices at Shell on Danbury Road and Stateline Exxon on South Salem Road, highlighting how Ridgefield's costs compare to state, New England and national averages.
   

• At least 7 people have been arrested in Connecticut for killing bears since 2012 (nhregister.com) — Connecticut officials say at least seven people have been arrested since 2012 for killing bears they believed were threatening family or property, highlighting rising human-bear conflicts statewide. One notable case involved an off-duty Ridgefield police officer who was not charged after fatally shooting a well-known Newtown bear, as lawmakers continue to debate whether a regulated hunting season is the right response.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Anyone know someone who can help me repair a large hole in my sheetrock.
    I seem to be making quite a mess and have a big party here on NOV 1 so need it done soon (Nextdoor Lakes Ridgefield)
  • bewteen the middle of October & the end of it,every year I go to the highest water fall in CT,Kent Falls.
    The friend I usually go with is sick in a way that he can't do this anymore.The ride up there on a sunny day is so awesome.I'm a senior male looking… (Nextdoor Quail Ridge I)
  • ASML Holding N.V. posted a job opening for Learning Specialist in Wilton. Apply here.
  • Albertsons Company posted a job opening for Retail Sales and Store Support in New Canaan. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Ridgefield here.

🗞 Nearby News

Redding

  • A Fall Tradition, Annual Blessing Of The Animals At The Buddhist Center (westportlocal.com)

Danbury

  • Longtime Danbury Restaurant Expands With Second Location (patch.com)
  • Epic Flight Academy Opens 12th Flight School Campus in Danbury, Connecticut (afm.aero)

Bethel

  • Where To Pick Pumpkins Near Bethel This Fall — And How To Carve Them (patch.com)

Ok Ridgefield! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly?" — Stationary (Thank you David H. for sending it in!)
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