New Fridley City Manager: 'The City Is Turning the Corner'

The city council chose Fridley resident Walter (Wally) Wysopal from among 46 applicants, the Star Tribune reported.

Marathon Bombing Sends Shockwaves Across Country

Across Patch's network of 900 sites, people felt the effect of the bombing at the Boston Marathon.

Snowy Friday in Fridley: Anoka-Hennepin Schools Closed, Totino-Grace Has Late Start

Winter's last gasp is mucking up roads and some students' schedules.

It's the End of the Line for Central Fridley Bus Route

The 810 Bus stayed within Fridley, circulating between Northstar station and large employers, but had "low ridership." Metro Transit said the route will be eliminated May 17, 2013.

Thursday Is Tornado Drill Day in Minnesota

Sirens will sound at 1:45 and 6:45 p.m. Thursday in Fridley and across the state as part of Severe Weather Awareness Week.

Fridley Woman Near Boston Marathon Bomb: After 2nd Explosion, 'I Think We All Knew'

Sherrie Kutzler was standing across the street from the site of the first blast, waiting to cheer her husband Frank, KSTP-TV reported.

April's Fool: Another Half Foot of Snow Expected in Fridley

The National Weather Service in Chanahassen has issued a Winter Storm Warning for much of East and Central Minnesota, including the Twin Cities. The storm will hit Thursday night into Friday morning.

New Homes for Sale in Fridley This Week

Find homes for sale in Fridley on this page every week, from our partners at Zillow.

What Needs to Change after Boston Marathon Attack?

Ban pressure cookers? Use metal detectors at sports events? Share your idea here.

Bike Helmet Clinic at Fridley Police Station Wednesday

Event is from 4–6 p.m. on April 17, 2013 at police headquarters at Fridley City Hall.

Connie Bernardy: Springbrook Nature Center in Bonding Bill

The state representative from Fridley also addresses legislation for early childhood education and all-day kindergarten in her new 'Capitol Update' video.

Public to Weigh In on "Most Polluted Site in Fridley" Wednesday Night

The April 17 meeting at Fridley City Hall concerns the former FMC site on East River Road.

Boston Marathon Bombing: Share Your Thoughts on Patch

Use Fridley Patch’s Local Voices section to connect with your neighbors in the wake of Monday's explosions in Boston.

Fridley City Council Picks New City Manager: Walter Wysopal

Vote was unanimous after second round of interviews Monday for current North St. Paul city manager.

3 Fridley Residents in Boston Marathon Today: Explosions Tear Through Finish Line

Reports and updates on the reported explosions on Boylston Street near the finish line of the Boston Marathon.

Fridley City Council Sets 2nd Interviews with 2 City Manager Finalists

Council preparing questions for Monday meetings with city-manager candidates Michael Ericson and Walter (Wally) Wysopal.

Fridley on Twitter: Duct-Taped Teacher, Snow at Twins Game

Also, Christmas decorations in Fridley—in April?

Fridley Woman Wins Pioneer Press Sexy Accountant Contest

'This contest really tickled me,' said Roberta McKechnie, who lives and works in Fridley.

March Homes Sales Stay Flat but Prices Rise in Fridley

Minneapolis Area Association of Realtors (MAAR) figures compare March 2013 with March 2012.

City of Fridley Recycling Drop-Off Day on Saturday, April 13, 2013

Accepted items include paper for shredding, clothing, bedding, books, household items, lamps and useable furniture, carpeting and carpet pads—as well as appliances and more.

Snow, Ice Create Another Slippery Commute

Forecasters expect the worst weather to hit between 8 a.m. and noon Thursday.

UPDATED: Fridley City-Manager Search Narrows to Two

The Fridley City Council may opt interview finalists Walter (Wally) Wysopal and Michael Ericson again

F-Bombs OK? FCC Asks If It Should Ease Swearing, Nudity Ban

"The FCC wants to filth up television," commented one Fridley resident.

Want to Pay a Tax on Twins and Wild Jerseys to Pay for Vikings Stadium?

Minnesota legislators are debating a new sales tax on licensed clothing, sports memorabilia and luxury suites to cover the state's share of Vikings stadium construction costs.

MAP: Is Fridley Helping to Deplete the Metro Area’s Water Reserves?

The Metropolitan Council is warning about dwindling groundwater supplies. Find out how much water residents of Fridley are using.

Gas-Price Sign at Sam's Club in Fridley?

It's one of the issues on the Fridley City Council agenda for April 8, 2013

Fridley-area Caribou Coffee Shops Not Among Locations Slated for Closure

Word of the nationwide Caribou closings spread after a company conference call Friday morning. The Brooklyn Center-based company issued a statement Monday.

Buzzfeed: 'Mighty Ducks' movies, Mississippi River among '38 Things Minnesotans Are Too Nice to Brag About'

Fridley has ties to the 'Ducks' franchise and a whopping seven-mile stretch of North America's longest river.

Fire Strikes Fridley Terrace Manufactured Home

Firefighters doused area below home Friday evening but fire rekindled early Saturday, according to scanner reports.

Shooting Guilty Plea, Brothers Beating Charge and Taco Bell Craving: West Metro Police, Sheriff and Court Report

This week's compilation includes a suspect who answered the phone during an alleged burgary, DNA leads to a Christmas grinch and shoplifting bras and panties.

Study: Asian Carp Likely Not in Fridley Waters

DNA findings in Mississippi River upstream and downstream from Coon Rapids Dam don't mean the invaders are here yet, according to media reports on new research.

Fridley City Council Adds 3rd Day for Deliberations on Hiring City Manager

Discussion and selection now set for Sunday afternoon. Interview sessions start Friday evening.

A Shot Squirrel and a Hung Rooster: Fridley Police Blotter, March 21–27, 2013

Also an abandoned house that wasn't abandoned and a limo that wasn't kidnapping anyone.

UPDATED: Fridley FD Responds to Apartment Fire

Twin Cities Fire Wire was on the scene in the 1600 block of 73rd Ave. NE Thursday afternoon.

Keith Ellison Visits Fridley Seniors

Economic security was the topic during congressman's Fridley Community Center session.

Did You Need to See Kevin Ware's Gory Leg-Break?

Did you want to hear the Jessica Schaffhausen 911 call?

Star Tribune: 'Plein Air' Painters Come to Fridley

They paint their pictures out-of-doors—in this case outside the Banfill-Locke Center for the Arts, the newspaper

Prosecutors: She Shoplifted $1,233 Worth from Victoria's Secret at Northtown Mall

Fateemah Virnet Jihad took bags off the rack and filled them with bras and underwear, according to the Anoka County Attorney's office.

Breaking: Police Find Suspects after Search in Columbia Heights

Officer injured during initial foot pursuit, according to reports.

Students Get Scholarships, Apprenticeships at Fridley Firm: Star Tribune

E.J. Ajax and Sons Inc. gets regular attention for hiring students and veterans at metal-stamping plant.