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Maroon and Gold Banquet
The annual Maroon and Gold Athletic Reception was held Wednesday night at Northfield High School. Students where honored for their achievements in the realm of
MnDot urges caution through work zones
With summer road construction in full swing, the Minnesota Department of Transportation urges motorists to plan ahead before traveling during Memorial Day weekend and use extra
Level 3 sex offender busted breaking into Bridgewater Twnshp home; Nfld School District has healthy fund balance, still prepares; 2018 a big year for Dundas CIP; MADD honors Tussing
A Level 3 sex offender who is supposed to be living in rural Le Sueur County is back behind bars. On May 10th, LeSueur County
May is Motorcycle Awareness Month
Rice County motorists are asked to pay particular attention to motorcyclists now that the weather has brought even more riders out on the roads. This
Nfld Sgt. Kevin Tussing awarded by MADD
Mothers Against Drunk Driving—Minnesota presented a Statewide Recognition Award to Sgt. Kevin Tussing, Northfield Police Department, for Outstanding Service in Greater Minnesota. This award was
Speeding and an open bottle; Local man named new Greenvale Park Principal; Hilleman named to lead NAUW; Detour in Kenyon begins May 30th
A man driving near 100 mph with an open bottle is now in the Rice County jail. On Saturday afternoon, dispatch reported 2 calls of
Better buckle up!; Fire hall renovation seeing tangible movement; Council has a break then it’s back with Basil’s; Riverwalk Market Fair looking for vendors
Twenty four hours after a statewide Seatbelt enforcement wave began, Northfield Police are taking it seriously. Eleven citations were handed out yesterday. The enforcement continues
DJJD Open House for Queen Carolyn
Northfield should be extremely proud to have a Minneapolis Aquatennial Queen! Last July, Carolyn Meyer was chosen as the 2017 Minneapolis Aquatennial Queen of the
Distracted driving causes rollover; Rice/Steele 911 offers advanced technologies; Bell ringers fewer while needs are greater
Distracted driving was likely the cause of an early morning rollover. Rice County Sheriff Troy Dunn reports that a semi-trailer driver was heading southbound on
DJJD Seeking Ambassador Candidates
The Defeat of Jesse James Days Ambassador Committee is seeking new ambassadors to reign over the 2017 DJJD Celebration. The Ambassador Coronation will be held
13 suspended at Carleton; Bar ablaze – complete loss; Crash looked worse than it was; Climate Change a Nfld priority; TCL has one more surprise for Northfield
An incident at Carleton College has resulted in a number of suspensions and sanctions. An email was sent out to the student body and staff
Nfld recognizes Tourism with spotlight on Excellence
Many of us are likely familiar with the frequently touted (and research-proven) positive effects of travel on our work performance, relationships and personal well-being. But,
NPD warns of Suspicious Activity
The Northfield Police Department would like to inform the community of Suspicious Activity related to home repairs after the recent hail storms since May 14, 2017.
Explanation of a couple of council priorities; Nfld HRA offers options for residents; Shine a blue light in the window; TCL broadcasting live from The Cow
The Northfield city council chose six priorities for their 3 year Strategic Plan, one of which is called “Addressing Changing Demographics”. Mayor Pownell explains, “there’s
Veterans scam alert
Northfield Police Chief Monte Nelson passed on a release from the Federal Trade Commission: There’s a new scam out there, preying on veterans who are
High speed internet survey in Northfield
From Communications Director Michelle Mahowald: The City of Northfield is looking into the high speed internet needs of our citizens. Follow this link to complete
Koester Ct affordable housing obligation coming to a close; NH&C sails through Financial Audit – but will healthcare in general?; Rook is back, Phenow moves on; Caution on scams
Koester Court in Northfield was built in the 1980’s. It is nearing the end of it’s obligation to remain affordable and could eventually go on
Lightning does strike twice but not the same house; Alcohol or no – it was a successful Girls Nite Out; Wallets open for Vets and dogs
A lightning strike yesterday afternoon puts a family out of their house. Northfield Fire Chief Gerry Franek reports they were called to 1516 Lindberg Ct.
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Tuesday, December 16, 2025 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
Northfield City Council Meeting
Northfield City Hall – Council Chambers, Northfield MN |
