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Also on today's calendar: It's a Bloch Party! Grand Opening and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Where To Pick Pumpkins Near Burlington This Fall — And How To Carve Them (patch.com) — Families in Burlington can celebrate fall by visiting several nearby farms for pumpkin picking, hayrides, and other seasonal fun, all within an easy drive of town. The piece also explains how to choose the right pumpkin and walks readers through simple, step-by-step carving tips to create a standout jack-o'-lantern for the front porch.
2. Animal Control Monitoring Sick Coyote in Burlington Neighborhood (bcattv.org) — If you live near Jessica Drive or Cutting Lane in Burlington, Animal Control is monitoring a lone coyote with mange that's been frequenting yards and spaces under porches. Officials say there's no immediate public safety concern but urge residents to leash dogs, keep cats indoors, remove food sources, and haze the animal if it lingers. Call Burlington Animal Control at 781-270-1698 if the coyote appears lethargic or disoriented.
3. Burlington Shows Resilience in Overtime Win Over Wilmington (bcattv.org) — Burlington High's Red Devils pulled out a dramatic 22-20 overtime win against previously undefeated Wilmington, capped by a gutsy two-point conversion at Varsity Field. The game featured key defensive plays, a late safety that forced overtime, and a standout blocked extra point. Burlington now looks to carry that momentum into another home matchup against Melrose this Friday at 6 p.m.
4. The ROR Morning Show Podcast 10/6 (wror.com) — Today's ROR Morning Show podcast includes a playful segment all about new stores that have opened or are opening at Burlington Mall this year, with hosts comparing each to classic '80s and '90s favorites. Alongside that, they chat about local hangouts, loyalty points, and TV picks, offering a light, pop-culture break for Burlington-area listeners.
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