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🌱 Patch AM: Grafton Police Stats In August: Over 250 Stops, 300 Citations

Also, don't miss Nipmuc Open House on the Grafton Patch calendar

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What's up Grafton! 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:

  • See how busy Grafton police were during August
  • How Grafton residents are asked to fight spotted lanternflies now

Also on today's calendar: Nipmuc Open House and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Where do math teachers go on vacation? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: A shower or two; not as warm, with a high of 74 and low of 54 degrees.
  • Sunday: Mostly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 72, low: 53.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and beautiful, with a high of 79 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Grafton Police Stats In August: Over 250 Stops, 300 Citations (patch.com) — Grafton residents can see how busy local police were in August, with officers making 31 arrests or criminal summonses, 259 traffic stops and issuing 308 citations. The department also handled 31 crashes, dozens of medical emergencies, alarms and disturbances, plus several identity theft, mental health and breaking-and-entering calls, offering a snapshot of public safety activity in town.
   

• MA Residents Told To Squish Spotted Lanternflies As Pest Spreads (patch.com) — Spotted lanternflies have been confirmed in Grafton, and state agriculture officials are urging you to kill any you see and report new sightings. Residents can check an online infestation map, learn how to recognize adults and egg masses, and submit photos if they find the insects in unlisted areas to help slow the spread across Massachusetts.
   

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Worcester

  • Millbrook Street Bridge Work To Bring Long-Term Detour In Worcester (patch.com)
  • Worcester Man Accused Of Trafficking Crack Cocaine, Fentanyl And Oxycodone (patch.com)

Ok Grafton! 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: Times Square (Thank you Jean K. for sending it in!)
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