Good morning, Springfield.

A nor’easter on Sunday kept visitors away from Bashista’s Orchard in Southampton, so the family-owned farm extended its pick-your-own apple season by one day — extra baskets of apples and their special frozen cider blend from 70 apple varieties await neighbors the coming weekend.

At The Big E, a lost retainer is among over 500 items managed by a small team who will accept claims until Tuesday, Oct.

7. The lost and found is in a building across from the firehouse (on Hampden Ave).

Forest Park Zoo reopened two Saturdays after a storm on Aug.

8 damaged exhibits, fences, and trees. Volunteers and local groups — including a $100,000 grant from the Davis Foundation — helped repair the damage, and work on some areas will continue into next year.

Dietz & Company Architects Inc. has been designated an Emerging Professional Friendly Firm by New England AIA Components, recognizing its focus on mentoring and career development for emerging professionals.

The firm promotes growth through continued education and mentorship opportunities today.

On Tuesday night, project leaders described plans to replace North End Bridge with wider sidewalks, bike lanes, and a flashing crosswalk for pedestrian safety.

The project will rebuild the bridge in phases and is scheduled to release bids in 2027 with work finishing by 2033.

The MIAA released its first statewide football power rankings after three games.

Andover leads Div. I, Catholic Memorial tops Div. II, Mansfield is first in Div. III, Danvers leads Div. IV, Swampscott tops Div. V, Abington kicks off Div. VI, Wahconah leads Div. VII and Lee heads Div. VIII.

Five Western Mass schools including Belchertown, Easthampton, Franklin Tech, Lee, and South Hadley remain undefeated after three weeks and will face league rivals this Friday and Saturday (South Hadley has not allowed a point this season).