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🌱 Patch AM: Which Scotch Plains streets finally got fresh pavement this year?

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Good morning Scotch Plains! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which Scotch Plains streets finally got fresh pavement this year?

Also on today's calendar: Apple Fest 2026 and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do some birds fly south for the winter? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Warmer, with a high of 76 and low of 55 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Partly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 79, low: 63.
  • Wednesday: Very warm, with a high of 83 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Scotch Plains Finishes 2026 Paving Season, and One Resident Who Pushed for Years Finally Has His Street Paved (TAPinto.net) — Scotch Plains has wrapped up its 2026 road resurfacing program, repaving 17 streets and the Hetfield Avenue Bridge after a summer of detours and construction. One long-frustrated Fawn Ridge Road resident finally saw his block paved, while township officials say they'll keep evaluating road conditions and coordinating future work to minimize disruption and extend pavement life.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Fanwood

  • Local Event: A New Play Celebrating Halloween (Jersey-style) (patch.com)
  • Meet the Candidates Night: Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Education Election Forum on Oct. 13 (TAPinto.net)

Westfield

  • Westfield Celebrates Italian-American Heritage at 2026 Columbus Day Ceremony (TAPinto.net)
  • WHS Senior Mia O'Reilly Earns Special Recognition from USA Football (TAPinto.net)
  • After Years of Silence, The Watcher Returns: Season 2 Details Finally Revealed (talkandroid.com)

Plainfield

  • Plainfield Council to Meet Tuesday with PILOT Agreement, Inclusive Playground on Agenda (TAPinto.net)

Ok Scotch Plains! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do some birds fly south for the winter?" — Because it's too far to walk..! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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