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What's up Brockton! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Know anything about the French bulldog stolen on North Main?
  • Why some Brockton residents feel trapped inside the Bixby Apartments
  • How one Brockton firefighter is transforming citywide fire safety education

Also on today's calendar: "Fall Into The Holidays" Holiday Chorus Experience and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Cloudy most of the time, with a high of 64 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 73, low: 40.
  • Tuesday: Sunny and cooler, with a high of 62 and low of 34 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. French bulldog puppy stolen from truck in Brockton, Massachusetts (wcvb.com) — A French bulldog puppy was stolen from a tow truck on North Main Street in Brockton, and local animal control and police are asking for the public's help. The owner is offering a cash reward, and anyone with information is urged to contact Brockton Animal Control or the police department immediately.
   

2. Elevator broken at Brockton apartment complex for 6 weeks. Residents feel stuck. (newsbreak.com) — Residents of the Bixby Apartments on Main Street in Brockton say they've been without a working elevator for six weeks, leaving many elderly and disabled tenants effectively trapped upstairs. Management cites a long wait for a custom part, while some residents doubt the repair timeline and say missed medical appointments and daily struggles are mounting.
   

3. Brockton firefighter wins top state safety award (enterprisenews.com) — Brockton firefighter and public education officer Peter Reardon has been honored as Massachusetts' Fire & Life Safety Educator of the Year for expanding fire prevention programs across the city. His outreach to local seniors and thousands of Brockton students has helped improve fire safety knowledge and contributed to the state's strong fire safety record.
   

4. OCES Spotlights Local Caregivers (plymptonhalifaxexpress.com) — Brockton residents who care for loved ones can now be nominated for special recognition during National Family Caregivers Month this November. Old Colony Elder Services is spotlighting local caregivers across its 34-community service area and inviting nominations through October 12, while also reminding Brockton families about its free caregiver support resources and programs.
   

5. Brockton High football falls to Catholic Memorial (enterprisenews.com) — Brockton High's football team came up short against Catholic Memorial in their Friday night matchup, despite several standout plays from Boxers players. A series of game photos captures big catches, hard tackles, and rainy-field moments that Brockton students, families, and fans will recognize from the Armond Colombo Field sidelines.
   

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  • Did You Know That Certain Changes Can Affect SSI Payments? —Delia De Mello Read on Patch
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    Or wants it. She's beautiful and needs a home. Contactme. (Nextdoor Avon West)
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    ? I gave two that need to be i. Good working condition. Please let me know how much ? Thank you! (Nextdoor Avon West)
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Ok Brockton! 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: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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