Readers raise a stink about dog walkers who let their pets “squat and go,” leaving their neighbors to clean up the mess left behind. trib.al/liOvWo3

Almost three months before Halloween, the seasonal pop-up retailer has opened a handful of stores in Massachusetts, with more on the way. trib.al/p7JhoNh

The change in state law would make calls free in state houses of correction. Fees now range from 12 to 14 cents per minute. trib.al/Xu0TCyi

The answer is yes, but there aren't a ton of options. Here's what Patch found in our quest for affordable housing. trib.al/PDvDOxK

Cape Cod houses in Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Rhode Island have gable roofs. The pitch allows snow and rain to slide off easily. trib.al/sTfkyTb

American credit card debt surpassed $1 trillion for the first time. A new analysis shows how much debt Massachusetts households hold. trib.al/tl3f4OQ

The sculpture portraying a wounded Indigenous man was thought to be destroyed in the 1950s until it showed up in Virginia 30 years later. trib.al/7dh6jvv

The bridge connecting Beverly and Salem will be reduced to one lane of alternating traffic starting at 7 p.m. each night. trib.al/opSj34A

The multi-platinum-selling country star will perform on the Grandstand Stage on Oct. 6. trib.al/D9zAxAT

Many of us can point to a teacher whose influence has guided us, our children and our grandchildren. Nominate them for a Teacher Spotlight. trib.al/g9IQ6Pe

Rep. Seth Moulton is bringing nearly 30 government offices and support organizations together at North Shore Community College on Friday. trib.al/1xFkPne

After a wild week of weather, it's possible Massachusetts could be hit with more severe storms and heavy rain late Monday into Tuesday. trib.al/RMkq1ea

Peabody's Main Street cafe supporting Northeast Arc members was closed for 91 days due to extensive water damage from a May building fire. trib.al/bJNyxpW

The Patriots have reportedly come to terms on a one-year deal with the former Cowboys star. trib.al/Wx9MiCi

The third annual awards recognize women in the business community who are highly respected and empower other women in their communities. trib.al/DwuRv7O

One of your neighbors published an article in the Politics & Government section. Read their story on Patch. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.) trib.al/hfqZpIv

The Great Dog Rescue New England is hosting its next event at Creature Comforts Doggie Daycare in Salem on Saturday. trib.al/fR887hL

Janet Bach, 71, pleaded guilty to motor vehicle homicide and got an 18-month suspended sentence in the Seabrook NH woman's death. trib.al/ZVRl0x9

William Kossowan was picked via a 3-2 Select Board vote to be sent to the Beverly mayor and city council for approval as its representative. trib.al/PW9XVot

The annual compliance checks are to ensure that patrons consuming alcohol are at least 21 years old. trib.al/x0MkT4n