Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Should those in dark neighborhoods postpone Halloween activities, or head to other, powered, areas?
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Wednesday, October 31, 2012
There's scary, and there's SCARY. Trick-or-treating without light of any kind (street lights, house lights, etc.) may be a bit much. So those residents without power are wondering what to do? One idea is to travel to a neighborhood with power. Another is to postpone Halloween for a day or two or three. While Rhode Island hasn't taken that step — which is being considered in states hit harder — Gov. Lincoln Chafee issued a press release encouraging caution tonight. "Our state is still dealing with the effects of Hurricane Sandy. These include extensive damage to roadways and sidewalks, fallen trees, downed power lines, and widespread power outages. Anyone out — whether driving or on foot — in areas with debris and without power must …
Here are 5 Things to know in Bristol and Warren today.
1. The kids have all day to work on their costumes and plan their trick-or-treat routes as school is canceled today in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. 2. Be sure to take extra care when you venture out with the your little ghosts and goblins tonight. Some pockets of the area may still be without power. Be sure to carry extra lights and make yourself visible as you walk around darkened streets. 3. Did Hurricane Sandy interrupt your costume shopping plans? No problem ... Check out some last-minute costume ideas here. 4. After you design the best "Frankenstorm" homemade costume, take some pics and upload them to enter for a chance to win big in Patch's Halloween Costume Contest. There's also still time to enter your best pumpkin carving in …
Friday, October 26, 2012
With the hurricane heading up the coast, will the storm make you remove your Halloween decorations?
With Hurricane Sandy's path possibly heading toward Rhode Island, many are wondering if the storm will impact their Halloween plans. As of Thursday morning, it looked like Sandy's path was unlikely to drift away from the area, and she could arrive as early as Monday or Tuesday. "There is a consensus forming in weather forecast models that Hurricane Sandy is unlikely to go out to sea," according to The Washington Post. Some towns have already ordered the removal of all outdoor signs in preparation for the storm. This makes us wonder: Will you remove your Halloween decorations from your yard? What about political signs? Tell us your thoughts in the comment section below!
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Do you have a photo of a Halloween pumpkin that you or your kids just decorated? Upload it now for your chance to win a $25 dollar gift card!
Oh my gourd! Halloween is almost here. This year, Patch wants to see how you've decorated the pumpkins in your home for this spooktacular holiday! Submit a photo of your creepy or creatively decorated pumpkin for your chance to win a $25 dollar gift card! The contest starts Monday, Oct. 15. Enter as many photos as you'd like. The winner of the pumpkin contest will be announced on Halloween and chosen by Patch staff. To upload your photo, just sign in to Patch, click the "Upload Photos and Videos" button on this article, choose a photo you'd like to submit, add a caption, and save. For full contest rules, see the .PDF document attached. Please be sure to include your name and e-mail address with your submission. So what are you waiting …
A few homemade Halloween costume ideas to try.
Halloween is two weeks away, have you decided on your costume for the upcoming haunted holiday? In my opinion, the best Halloween costumes are the ones that are homemade. It's fun to make your own costume, and can be an affordable option if you stick to items you already have around your house. Not to mention, you get to put your creative genius (or kids) to work. Here are my picks for the best homemade Halloween costumes: I'm sure there are tons of other homemade Halloween costume ideas out there. Share yours in the comments below! And let us know where in Bristol and Warren you look for unique ideas.
Here are 5 Things to know in Bristol and Warren today.
1. Only one week left 'til Halloween. Time is running out to submit your entries in Patch's pumpkin carving contest and costume contest. Upload your pics for a chance to win big money. 2. If you need a last-minute costume on a budget, check out the costume swap at The Children's Workshop, 401 Child St., Warren, today, 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. 3. Network with other local professionals as the Rotary Club of Bristol meets at DeWolf Tavern, 259 Thames St., Bristol. Professor Michael Roberto of the Bryant University business school, is the guest speaker. 4. This day in history, Oct. 24, 2005: Civil rights activist Rosa Parks, dies at 92. 5. A chance of showers today, mainly before 11 a.m. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 61.
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Monday, October 22, 2012
Here are some of the essential apps and accessories every vampire, werewolf and mummy need to get the most enjoyment out of the spooky season.
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Monday, October 22, 2012
Halloween is just around the corner and nothing is more important than to make sure the kids are enjoying themselves while at the same time being safe. From building trick-or-treat maps to picking the right costume, AT&T has some apps to help kids feel better prepared and parents to feel more at ease. Apps for Android users Apps for iOS users These apps, which are all compatible with wireless devices offered by AT&T such as the iPhone 5, Samsung Galaxy SIII and the HTC One X.
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Here are 5 Things to now in Bristol and Warren today.
1. Your creativity can help you win big on Patch! Upload photos of your best pumpkin carving to compete against other local pumpkin artists for the chance to win a $25 gift card. For even bigger money, upload pics of your most creative Halloween costume here. The best costume wines a cool $5,000! 2. Snap any cute pics of the kids picking out pumpkins or diving into a giant pile of leaves this weekend? Don't just share them with your Facebook friends; share it with the whole community. Upload these and any of your favorite pics to the Bristol-Warren Patch Pics & Clips page. 3. Take part in an open forum led by communication students and with four faculty participants on Scientific Controversies and the 2012 Presidential Election at Roger …
Monday, October 15, 2012
We're searching for the best Halloween Costume in America. Enter yourself or your kids for a chance to win $5,000.
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Monday, October 15, 2012
It doesn’t matter if you’re Lady Gaga or Lady Liberty for Halloween—if you have an awesome costume, showcase your creation in our Best Halloween Costume in America Contest. Last year, the headless boy from Wyckoff, NJ, won. This year, it could be you. Enter our contest for a chance to win the $5,000 grand prize! Adults and children are eligible to enter. Parents can post costume photos of themselves and their families from this Halloween or from years past. Here’s how to enter: Simply click the green "Upload Your Photos and Videos" button above and upload your image (but first make sure you’re a registered Patch user). Then add a caption with the name of the person in the photo and a description of the costume. To add a caption, click “…
Monday, October 8, 2012
Coventry farmer Ron Wallace now holds the record for largest and second largest pumpkin in the world.
Greene resident Ron Wallace spent Saturday afternoon at Frerichs Farm in Warren at the annual Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off. This was the second pumpkin contest that Wallace attended this month, the first one being at the Topsfield Fair in Massachusetts last Friday where his pumpkin "The Freak II" broke the world record for largest pumpkin when it weighed-in at 2,009 pounds. Because of its circumference and measurements, Wallace was hoping "The Pleasure Dome" would beat his newly-claimed world record on Saturday. But after weighing in at 1,872 pounds, his original record still stands. "The Pleasure Dome" is still awe-inspiring, being the largest pumpkin that Frerichs Farm has ever had on-site and the second largest recorded pumpkin in the world…
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2:42 pm on Wednesday, October 31, 2012
I feel badly for those without power. Last year we were without for 4 days. That said, @ 3pm, isn't it a little too late to cancel or reschedule in towns that primarily have power? Would the word really get out? If it is necessary in some towns, I'm hoping those towns affected rescheduled already. Otherwise, they dropped the ball. more ›