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🌱 Patch AM: Ridgefield Leaf Blower Proposal Draws Sharp Debate Ahead Of Sept. 16 Town Meeting

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Coffee in hand, Ridgefield? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Ridgefield split over strict new rules for gas leaf blowers
  • How to tell if your Prospector Popcorn bag was recalled

Also on today's calendar: Open House German School of Connecticut and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the chicken go to the gym? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Mostly sunny and humid, with a high of 82 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 77, low: 57.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and nice, with a high of 73 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Ridgefield Leaf Blower Proposal Draws Sharp Debate Ahead Of Sept. 16 Town Meeting (patch.com) — Ridgefield residents, landscapers and environmental advocates are clashing over a proposed ordinance that would tightly restrict gas-powered leaf blower use, with fines for repeat violations starting in 2027. Speakers at a Sept. 2 hearing also weighed in on exemptions for golf courses, enforcement by town officials, and related town matters ahead of a key Sept. 16 town meeting at East Ridge Middle School.
   

• Popular Popcorn Brand Recalled Over Missing Ingredient Disclosure (dailyvoice.com) — A Ridgefield-based maker of Belgian Chocolate Toffee Prospector Popcorn has recalled 140 bags because soy was not properly listed as an ingredient, which could affect people with allergies. The 3.5-ounce bags were sold in Connecticut and New York, with specific UPC and expiration dates, and the FDA says the recall is now completed. Local shoppers should double-check any bags at home.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Danbury

  • Nine townhouses proposed along Danbury Road in Connecticut (ctpost.com)
  • Danbury Apartment Fire Sends Two Police Officers to Hospital (i95rock.com)
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Wilton

  • 2026 CIAC field hockey predictions: Picking state champions before the season begins (ctpost.com)

New Canaan

  • Paving Schedule Announced For New Canaan Roads: DPW (patch.com)
  • New Canaan Home With 'Sweeping Lawns, Pool' Listed For Sale (patch.com)

Ok Ridgefield! 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: He was working on his pecks (pecs). (Thank you W F C. for sending it in!)
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