Thumbs up to this month’s community events, Organic Roots Farm’s Heritage Day, East and West of the River’s Samhain Festival, Walktober at Goodwin Forest, Trail Wood, and the Airline Trail, the Fletcher’s 5K race, and Main Street’s celebration of Halloween. Thanks for giving us an excuse to appreciate the splendor of October’s foliage and weather!

Thumbs down to the recent burglaries on the south and west ends of town, one of which resulted in many stolen items. Hampton is a relatively safe place to live; we’re fortunate. Yet we’re not immune from crime, and we shouldn’t let our guard down. Please lock your doors, your vehicles, and remember to be vigilant.