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🌱 How a Newton family’s quick action helped save a neighbor’s life

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In today's newsletter:

  • How a Newton family’s quick action helped save a neighbor’s life
  • When can you see Five For Fighting live at The Newton Theatre?

Also on today's calendar: SCAHC's 11th Annual XPOSE Reception and Awards Ceremony and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 77 and low of 55 degrees.
  • Saturday: Periods of clouds and sun, temps: high: 71, low: 50.
  • Sunday: Showers; breezy, cooler, with a high of 58 and low of 32 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Newton police honor father, children for rescuing man trapped under fallen tree (wrnjradio.com) — Newton residents Eric Smith and his two children have been officially honored by the Newton Police Department and Town Council for rescuing a neighbor trapped under a fallen tree. After the children heard cries for help, Smith used a chainsaw to free the man before first responders arrived, an effort police say was crucial to saving his life and showcasing local community bravery.
   

• Five For Fighting String Quartet Tour to Play Shows in NY/NJ/PA (newjerseystage.com) — Five For Fighting is bringing his String Quartet Tour to The Newton Theatre on Sunday, September 20, giving local fans a chance to see the Grammy-nominated artist close to home. The intimate show will feature top Broadway string players, stories behind the songs, and folk-rock openers Lace & Lee, with another New Jersey date set for Red Bank in October.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Friday April 17
  • Cub Scout Pack 83 Meeting
    Stillwater Township Community Center , 931 Swartswood Rd , Newton
    5:30 pm
  • LPS Musical Matilda Jr.
    Long Pond School Newton, NJ 07860
    7:00 pm
    • Saturday April 18
  • CERT-Community CPR & First Aid Course
    Stillwater Township Stillwater Community Center/Stillwater Park, 931 Swartswood Road, Newton, NJ, 07877, United States
    8:00 am
    • Monday April 20
  • Regular Yoga
    Stillwater Township Stillwater Community Center/Stillwater Park, 931 Swartswood Road, Newton, NJ, 07877, United States
    11:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Let’s give this a try.
    Can anyone recommend a quality “Handy Man” ? I’m in Andover and I have several “honey-do” spring projects. From deck repairs and refinishing, to… (Nextdoor Andover Township)
  • When is the last frost date here in Newton?
    Do I chance putting out my seedlings yet now that the temps are going up so high? (Nextdoor Greater Newton)
  • Lowe's Companies, Inc. posted a job opening for Seasonal Retail Sales Associate in Newton. Apply here.
  • QuickChek Fresh Convenience posted a job opening for Team Member - Part Time in Newton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Newton here.

🗞 Nearby News

Sparta

  • Banned For Life brings high-energy '90s throwback to Skylands Stage (spartaindependent.com)
  • This Secluded Lakeside Sanctuary Pairs World-Class French Cuisine With Stunning New Jersey Mountain Views (myfamilytravels.com)
  • Huge third inning sees Par Hills snap slide, cruise past Sparta (nj.com)

Franklin

  • Somerset Hills Lions Club Donates $3,000 to Franklin Food Bank, Honored by Franklin Township Council (tapinto.net)
  • How J&J plans to hit $100B in revenue this year (pharmavoice.com)

Jefferson

  • Jefferson Township To Begin Enforcing New E-Bike laws, Placing Age Restrictions On Use (tapinto.net)

Ok Newton! 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: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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