Wednesday's Best: Wanted Hitchhiker, Building Threats, Dog Passes

Here is a look at the top stories for Wednesday in Patch towns in Hartford and Tolland counties.

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1. Enfield

• Beloved Enfield Police Dog Passes Away
  

2. Vernon

• Man Hitches a Ride With Vernon Cops to Surrender on a Warrant
  

3. Hartford

• Threats Target Two Hartford Buildings
  

4. Mansfield

• Cyclist Hit By Pickup in Downtown Storrs
  

5. South Windsor

• Memorial Service Scheduled For Fallen South Windsor Cop
  

Patch Graphic: Kristin Borden

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