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Morning Lexington! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Have you seen Lexington's 25-foot wall of pumpkins yet?
  • Why did Lexington just rank No. 1 small city in America?

Also on today's calendar: The Best Flippin' Card Show Monthly Mixer and 11 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Clearing and cooler, with a high of 69 and low of 43 degrees.
  • Sunday: Rather cloudy, temps: high: 64, low: 52.
  • Monday: Clouds and sun with a shower, with a high of 70 and low of 41 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• How a giant pumpkin wall became a big-time fall destination (boston.com) — Wilson Farm in Lexington has transformed its barn into a 25-foot-tall wall of 200 colorful pumpkins, drawing families from across Massachusetts for fall photos and treats. The farm refreshes the display throughout the season and pairs it with fresh produce, cider doughnuts, caramel apples, and kid-friendly harvest attractions, making it a timely local outing option.
   

• Upstate NY locale ranks among 5 best small cities in U.S. (syracuse.com) — Lexington has been ranked the best small city in America in WalletHub's latest analysis of more than 1,300 communities. The study weighed quality of life, schools, housing costs, economic health, and amenities. While Saratoga Springs, New York, placed fifth, Lexington topped the list, giving local residents fresh bragging rights about their town's overall livability.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Orange Line trains were operating 15 minutes late due to smoke on the right of way at Wellington, and shuttle buses were replacing service between Malden Center and Wellington, but normal service has since resumed.
    6:19AM on Oct 2: Orange Line delays of about 15 minutes due to smoke on the right of way at Wellington. (Nextdoor )
  • Floor & Decor Holdings posted a job opening for Command Center Associate in Waltham. Apply here.
  • Albertsons Company posted a job opening for In-Store Shopper in Waltham. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lexington here.

🗞 Nearby News

Waltham

  • The Massachusetts Thrift Store Where $10 Can Fill A Bag With Unexpected Finds (takingthekids.com)
  • The Flock Backlash and Growing Revolt Against License Plate Surveillance (northdallasgazette.com)
  • Head-To-Head Analysis: Eloxx Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:ELOX) and PainReform (NASDAQ:PRFX) (defenseworld.net)

Burlington

  • Burlington Board of Health Advises Residents About Hot Tub Safety (bcattv.org)

Woburn

  • 2 Woburn Schools Earn Statewide Recognition (patch.com)

Ok Lexington! 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: "What has a cap but no head?" — A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
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