1. Weather this week: This week is looking mostly sunny, with some thunderstorms coming through on Tuesday. Wednesday is looking a bit cloudy as well. Expect temperatures around 76-81 degrees during the day.
2. A recipe to try: Got a slow cooker? Love cake? Try out this Black Forest Cake recipe that is made in a crock pot. See the full recipe.
3. ICYMI: The debate over playing fields in Amherst continued last week at the planning board meeting. Find out where a property owner wants to put recreational space, and what supporters and opponents have to say. Read more.
4. Don't Forget: The Milford Farmer's Market runs on Saturdays from 10am until 1 p.m. in the Granite Town Plaza until October 19.
5. Fact of the Day: Clermont was the first commercially successful steamboat. Designed by Robert Fulton, it sailed in regular passenger service on the Hudson River.
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