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Crime & Safety

A 'Night To Unite' Around Lake Minnetonka

From Wayzata to Mound and Excelsior, citizens gathered to promote safe neighborhoods.

Jon Wright, Neighbor
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Streets were closed, grills were sparked and kids were handcuffed in communities around Lake Minnetonka last night.

From Mound to Excelsior, dozens of well-attended "Night to Unite 2011" gatherings brought neighbors together and were highlighted by visits from McGruff the Crime Dog, local police departments and firefighters.

What is Night to Unite? What happened to National Night Out in Minnesota?

Find out what's happening in Lake Minnetonkafor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Click here for a fact sheet put together by the City of Coon Rapids for answers.

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