Friday: An afternoon shower or two, with a high of 83 and low of 55 degrees.
Saturday: Mostly sunny and not as warm, temps: high: 71, low: 46.
Sunday: Periods of sun, with a high of 64 and low of 51 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Newton woman has to get rid of her miniature horse, city officials say (nbcboston.com) — Newton health officials have ordered a local woman to remove her miniature horse, Clover, from her Auburndale property by Oct. 19 under the city's large-animal regulations. After her appeal was denied over manure-storage and zoning rules, she's weighing a lawsuit, arguing the small therapy horse shouldn't be treated like a full-size animal under Newton's health code.
2. PHOTOS: MBTA's new Green Line trains have officially arrived in Mass. (nbcboston.com) — New MBTA Green Line Type 10 train cars have arrived at the Riverside Maintenance Facility in Newton, marking the first time these low-floor, more accessible vehicles are in Massachusetts. About 100 cars are being built, with features like wider doors and upgraded technology, and the T expects the first trains to enter service next year, improving commutes for Newton riders.
3. Inside Gregorian Rugs' 92-year family tradition (wcvb.com) — A beloved Newton fixture, Gregorian Rugs is closing its local storefront after nearly six decades, though the 92‑year‑old family business will keep selling online. Third‑generation owner Scott Gregorian reflects on how changing retail habits and online shopping reshaped the rug trade, while emphasizing the family's Armenian heritage and commitment to preserving rug‑making culture and craftsmanship.
4. Annual Security Report (umass.edu) — Newton residents connected to UMass Amherst's Mount Ida campus get detailed guidance here on how to reach campus security and Newton Police quickly in an emergency. The report outlines crime reporting procedures, blue‑light phones, escort services, and extensive safety, sexual assault prevention, and emergency notification programs that cover both Amherst and the Newton satellite campus.
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Professional Wrestling returns to Newton - UWU presents "Full Moon Massacre" - Halloween has come early! —Theresa Kerr Read on Patch
Chipotle posted a job opening for Kitchen Leader in Watertown. Apply here.
O'Reilly Automotive posted a job opening for Assistant Store Manager in Watertown. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Newton here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig?" — Because he was such a boar! (Thank you Theresa H. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!