Northfield Council to Staff: Tell Property Owners Now About Potential Tree Impacts

With 2012 road construction projects already being planned, the Council wants staff members to be proactive in informing residents about impacts to their property.

Transportation Issues on Tap at Northfield Council Meeting

Northfield councilors will look at 2012 transportation projects, transit and federal grant applications.

Waterford Iron Bridge One of 25 Finalists for $1 Million

Partners in Preservation is offering up $1 million to help preserve historic landmarks in the Twin Cities area.

Writing, Farming Come to Northfield Public Library on Thursday

Zumbrota-based author Catherine Friend will be at the library 7 p.m. Thursday to talk about her latest book.

Proper Steps Important In Return From Concussions

In Part II of this three-part series, a cautious approach to recovery can minimize the lingering effects of concussions

What Minnesota’s New Sports Concussion Law Means For You

In Part I of a three-part series, Patch dissects how a new law changes the diagnosis and recovery steps for concussions in youth sports

Rice County Review: Preliminary Tax Levy Set

Commissioner Galen Malecha keeps you up to date on the latest from Rice County.

DeKruif: Local Government Aid and County Program Aid Have Been Frozen, Not Cut

Sen. Al DeKruif (R-District 25) writes about Local Government Aid and Market Value Homestead Credit.

Jefferson Road Work Increases on Monday; Other Routes Advised

Jefferson Road residents are being assessed to $128,000, or about 42 percent, of the $300,000 project.

Northfield Council Preview: Construction Projects, Parking Lot Discussions on Tap

The Northfield City Council has a busy schedule for tonight's 7 p.m. work session at City Hall.

VIDEO: Northfield 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

Gathered at Veterans Memorial Park, Veterans of Foreign War Post 4393 Commander Bill Murphy began the remembrance ceremony at 7:40 a.m., moments before the time 10 years ago that the first hijacked plane flew into the World Trade Center.

Touched By Terror: Patch Remembers 9/11 in 911 Snapshots

Millions of people across the country were affected by the 9/11 attacks. Some experienced the tragic loss of a loved one, some found an inspiring way to help those who were grieving, and others experienced a political awakening.

Northfield Soldiers Share 9/11 Stories, Photos

In remembrance of the 10th anniversary of 9/11, Northfield Patch connected with three Northfield men whose lives were affected by and changed because of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001.

Northfield YMCA's Facility Moves Ahead With Council's Approval of Pedestrian Access Plan

The Y's Conditional Use Permit was approved last month by council, but was contingent on the planning commission's review of the Pedestrian Access Plan and subsequent council approval.

9/11 Remembrance Set for Sunday in Northfield

The event will start shortly after 7:30 a.m. Sunday at Riverside Lions Park.

Northfield City Council Approves 2012 Preliminary Tax Levy Increase of 7.2 Percent

Northfield city councilors on Tuesday voted to approve a preliminary levy increase of 7.2 percent in 2012, which is $464,909 more than 2011.

What's Open and Closed in Northfield on Labor Day

Here's a quick guide to help you through the day.

Northfield City Council to Vote on Preliminary 7.2-Percent Levy Increase

City Council will vote on an increase in the levy to pay for street, park, and building repairs as well as new staff.

Third Case of Measles Confirmed in Dakota County

The Minnesota Department of Health confirmed that a 43-year old woman became infected through contact with an infected 12-month old from Kenya.

Rice County Review: Roberds Lake, Social Services Updates

Commissioner Galen Malecha keeps you up to date on county happenings.

UPDATE: Hwy. 246 Repaving in Northfield Begins Monday

Major construction and rerouting is scheduled to last for five days.

U.S. Rep. John Kline Speaks to South of the River Chambers of Commerce

The 2nd Congressional District Republican spoke on a variety of topics at the South of the River Chambers of Commerce breakfast on Wednesday.

Northfield Commons Group Seeks Support for Greening Plan

Business backing, maintenance issues raised at meeting to discuss greening efforts along Hwy. 3 corridor.

Why Did the Sirens Go Off in Northfield?

Northfield alarms were inadvertently triggered.

Northfielder Will Never Forget His Birthday in Iraq

Bill Murphy, now 29, is Post Commander of the Northfield Veterans of Foreign War, something only made possible by 9/11.

Jefferson Road Assessment Update; Northfield Council Puts Hold on 'Adult-Use Ordinance'

After disagreeing over its importance in the city’s workload, a draft ordinance which would regulate the zoning and hours of adult businesses like strip clubs and erotic bookstores was postponed by councilors until they discuss their 2012 work plan.

Northfield Gas Guide for Aug. 16

Northfield Patch lets you know the cheapest places to fill your tank.

PHOTOS: Barack Obama Visits Hannah's Bend Park in Cannon Falls

Here were the sights of President Barack Obama's visit to Cannon Falls, MN.

Northfield's Hwy. 3, With Trees?

Groups ask residents "what could be" with Northfield's main thoroughfare.

Residents Line Cannon Falls Streets to Catch Obama Spectacle

Residents and staff of the Volunteers of America Angels Care Center set up outside their building on Monday to celebrate the president's event in their town.

LIVE BLOG: Obama Speaks in Cannon Falls

Follow us throughout the day as we take pictures, video and chat with people in Cannon Falls as President Barack Obama visits.

Follow President Obama's Visit to Cannon Falls on Northfield Patch

We'll bring you live updates throughout the morning and afternoon.

UPDATE: Tickets to See President Obama in Cannon Falls All Gone

President Barack Obama will host a town hall event at 11:45 a.m. at Lower Hannah's Bend Park in Cannon Falls.

Northfield Residents Speak Out on Redistricting

The Minnesota Redistricting Commission conducted a public hearing on state legislative boundary changes at the Northfield Senior Center. Northfield resident Karen Saxe is a member of the commission.

Northfield Administrator's Weekly Memo—Aug. 12

From the city of Northfield, see the attached document for the administrator's weekly memo.

Ticket Information for President Barack Obama's Minnesota Visit

President Barack Obama will host a town hall event at 11:45 a.m. at Lower Hannah's Bend Park in Cannon Falls.

Woodard, DeKruif to Host 'Office' Hours in Northfield

Northfield's state representatives will be in Northfield from 8-10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 20, at Quality Bakery.

USPS Declines Northfield Council's Offer to Keep Downtown Post Office Open

The plan would have called for the city to purchase the building from the federal government and give the USPS free rent.

PHOTOS: Curbs and Sidewalks Start Coming Up in Northfield Along Hwy. 246

Northfield Engineering Tech Sean Simonson said the goal is to have all work completed before Labor Day.

Northfield Crews Work on Bridge Square

T.J. Heinricy, Northfield's streets and parks supervisor, said he has a crew working on the power source beneath Bridge Square.