Five Things You Need to Know Today, Oct. 17

1. Today's weather: The National Weather Service is calling for a mostly sunny day, with a high near 60. West wind around 6 mph becoming south in the afternoon. On Wednesday night, it will be partly cloudy, with a low around 43. South wind around 6 mph becoming calm in the evening.

2. Follow our Presidential debate coverage: Be sure to check out all of Patch's coverage of Tuesday night's second Presidential debate between President Obama and Mitt Romney. You can also tell us who you think won the debate and share your comments.

3. City announces trick or treat times: Portsmouth officials announced that trick or treating for Halloween will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 30, from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

4. Flu clinic at high school: The Portsmouth School Department will hold a free flu vaccine clinic for all Portsmouth schoolchildren on Wednesday, Oct. 17 from 2:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. at the Portsmouth High School Library. The clinic will be staffed by School District nurses and the City’s Health Department. A parent or guardian must accompany elementary and middle school children, but high school students may attend with a student ID and a signed parental consent form obtained from the PHS nurse’s office. Parents with questions should contact their child’s school nurse.

5. Like us on Facebook: Did you know Portsmouth Patch has a pretty cool Facebook page? About 800 people have liked us and we want to get to 1,000 likes. With additional photos and story updates, you'll be glad you liked us.