Girls Trapped In Elevator Rescued; Teen Caught Burglarized Vehicles Overnight: PD; Leaf Bag Collection Details

There was plenty of news across West Hartford over the past week. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here’s a roundup of some of the top stories. Contribute your own content to Patch by signing up for an account and clicking the “Post on Patch” button at the top right of the site.

Teen, 15, Caught Burglarizing Vehicles Overnight: West Hartford Police

The suspect was spotted by a patrol officer at about 4 a.m., according to police.

Young Girls Trapped In Elevator Rescued: West Hartford Fire Department

Fire crews rescued the girls in a “complex and time consuming operation” over the weekend.

West Hartford Assigned Negative Credit Outlook: Moody's

The state's budget woes could spell trouble for West Hartford's credit rating.

Cantor: State Legislature Needs To ‘Do Its Job’ And Adopt A Budget

West Hartford Mayor Shari Cantor issues statement on Moody’s negative outlook assignment and the lack of a state budget.

Cemetery Office Reopens After Renovations In West Hartford

The office was closed in 2014 when it was discovered that the 90-year-old building had sustained considerable water damage.

Leaf Bag Collection Announced In West Hartford

Read details and guidelines on the town’s 10-week leaf bag collection service here.

U.S. Army Sergeant From West Hartford Honored By New England Revolution

The West Hartford resident was honored at Gillette Stadium for serving as a member of the U.S. Army for more than 10 years.

Santa, Mrs. Claus Coming To Blue Back Square In West Hartford This Holiday Season

This holiday season, Blue Back Square inspires you with perfect gift ideas, new styles for this time of year and more.

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