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🌱 Patch AM: Northampton drivers shine and struggle in big‑money Stafford Speedway showdown

Also check out 2026 Northampton Day Festival on the Northampton Patch calendar

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Hello again Northampton! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Northampton drivers shine and struggle in big‑money Stafford Speedway showdown

Also on today's calendar: 2026 Northampton Day Festival and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Cooler; a little p.m. rain, with a high of 62 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and breezy, temps: high: 70, low: 44.
  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 62 and low of 40 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Jon McKennedy Wins Monaco Modified Tri-Track Series NAPA Fall Final At Stafford Speedway (racedayct.com) — Two local racers from Northampton—Austin Beers and Matt Hirschman—competed in Friday's Monaco Modified Tri‑Track Series NAPA Fall Final at Stafford Speedway, with Beers finishing fifth. Jon McKennedy dominated the 80‑lap feature to win the $10,000 prize, while Hirschman's late‑race contact sent him to the rear and he finished 20th. It's a notable showing for Northampton's short‑track racing talent on a big regional stage.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • James E. Kinney Senior Center Bocce Championship Held —Pete Palestina Read on Patch
  • Soroptimists offer cash grant to women seeking financial assistance for educational or training expenses —Marilyn Puchalski Read on Patch
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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Four accused of breaking into Moore Elementary School (homenewspa.com)
  • When can kids trick or treat in the Lehigh Valley? A town-by-town list (mcall.com)

Allentown

  • Froggy 101 Has Your Chance to See Riley Green in Allentown! (audacy.com)
  • Spot & Tango plans new $20 Million expansion project in Allentown, Pennsylvania (intelligence360.news)
  • Allentown man pleads guilty to 2018 homicide, aggravated assault (nbcphiladelphia.com)

Ok Northampton! 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 was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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