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🌱 Patch AM: Large Power Outage Hit New Providence, Poles Down

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Tuesday October 6th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Hello New Providence! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! β˜•οΈοΈ

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  • Major outage hits west side of New Providence after poles fall

Also on today's calendar: Arboretum Walking Tour and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes? πŸ€” (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 64 and low of 42 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 71, low: 50.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 79 and low of 51 degrees.

πŸ“° News we're reading

β€’ Large Power Outage Hit New Providence, Poles Down (patch.com) β€” New Providence residents on the west side of town are dealing with a significant power outage after multiple utility poles fell along Diamond Hill Road in neighboring Berkeley Heights. Local police and emergency management officials are urging people to avoid the area, report outages directly to JCP&L, and stay clear of any downed power lines while crews work on repairs.
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Springfield

  • Springfield Storm Debris Pickup Set After Nor'easter (patch.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes?" β€” So when they come back to port they can just scan-da-navi-an! (Thank you Jessica C. for sending it in!)
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