Sixth Street Gas Leak Leads to Evacuations, Street Closures

A four-inch gas line ruptured on Sixth between Division and Washington streets, near the blocked-off entrance to Econofoods, before 8 a.m. Thursday. Xcel Energy crews 'pinched off' the leak at about 8:30 a.m.

Fresh Summer Vegetables, Martha’s Eats and Treats, Live Pottery Demonstrations at Saturday’s Riverwalk Market Fair

DEATH NOTICE: Eloise Severson, 92

Eloise Severson, age 92 of Northfield, passed away Monday, July 15, 2013 at the Northfield Care Center.

DEATH NOTICE: Lynette Rae Polzin, 58

Lynette Rae (Ayotte) Polzin, 58, passed away July 17, 2013.

CAN YOU HELP CHUHAO? FARIBAULT FAMILY NEEDED

Nina the Cat Gets a Home!

Share Your Minnesota State Fair Experiences on Patch

If you’re going to the Great Minnesota Get Together in August, consider blogging about it.

Bulls Eye!

Cannon Falls Wine & Arts Festival

When Neighbors Share Lawn Mowers

From lawn mowers to chainsaws, Patch neighbors are splitting the cost of big ticket items to save money. Believe it or not, it's also helping their friendships.

Song Written About Northfield

UPDATE: Northfield Students to Get iPads Beginning Aug. 15

Students at Northfield High School and Northfield Middle School will receive iPad 2 tablet computers as part of the school district’s Transformational Technology initiative.

Northfield's Meghan Malecha Is 2013 Rice County Fair Queen

Meghan Malecha told the Northfield News, 'It means a lot'

Rice County Seeking to Assist Rural Property Owners in Septic System Upgrades

Money is available from various Clean Water Legacy grants, according to a press release from Rice County.

Books & Stars at the Old Memorial Pool with the Castaways on Wednesday.

What Are Boards on Patch? Use Them to Connect with Community

Use this tool to share and find information in Northfield.

SALE!!!!!!

Stress and the Little Things

UPDATE: Heat Advisory Issued for Northfield Through Thursday Night

The National Weather Service says daytime highs will be in the low to mid 90s and nighttime lows will remain in the 70s through Thursday.

Cannon River Continues to Recede, City Says

The U.S. Geological Survey's equipment near the Second Street Bridge was damaged in Saturday's flooding.

More Tips To Protect Against Identity Theft

Night to Unite Neighborhood Gatherings Eligible for Financial Support

Northfield Police Investigate Hit-and-Runs, Fraud

Here is the Northfield Police Department crime report for July 12-15.

New App Makes Photos Smurfier (Sponsored)

Add the Smurfs to your family photographs and make your world a little Smurfier. Sponsored by “The Smurfs 2.”

FARIBAULT FAMILY NEEDED

‘Oppressive Heat’ Expected This Week

The National Weather Service says Northfield may see heat indices closing in on 100 this week.

25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Production Dates

It’s Rice County Fair Time

The 140th edition of the Great Rice County Fair runs from Tuesday, July 16, through Sunday, July 21, at the Rice County Fairgrounds in Faribault

One Person Injured in Northfield Crash

Northfield Hospital EMS, Northfield police and Minnesota State Patrol responded to the crash, which occurred at about 3 p.m. Monday.

SMART Ride - new to Rice County Fair this year!

American Red Cross Blood Drive @ Rice County Relay for Life

Just Do It; A Belated Grandma's Marathon Race Report

American Red Cross Blood Drive @ Rice County Relay for Life

Local Author Kent Stever to Read at the Northfield Public Library

Local Author Kent Stever to Read at the Northfield Public Library

HUGE MOVING SALE!

Community Update

UPDATE: Washington Street Reopens After Monday Construction

Washington Street between Fifth and Seventh streets was closed all day Monday because of work related to the Sixth Street reconstruction project.

Ramadan at Burnsville Mosque, Queens Crowned in Eagan: Dakota County Roundup

Also in this week’s recap – Alcohol charges in tragic Moped crash, and Rose Parade awaits Rosemount High. And, a heartfelt farewell to a Northfield legend (pictured).

Most Recent Northfield Deaths—July 15, 2013

Here are the most recent people to pass away in Northfield or who had ties to Northfield.