Top 5 Stories of 2016 on Ridgefield Patch: Short-Shorts, Demon Dolls and More

RIDGEFIELD, CT — This past year we lost Prince, David Bowie, George Michael, we experienced political unrest, riots and much more— 2016 had more than its fair share of bad news but there were some bright spots as well. Find out what the top five stories were that your Ridgefield neighbors were reading about this past year on Patch.

Top 5 Most-Read Stories of 2016 on Ridgefield Patch:

#1) A man who residents said was dressed "inappropriately" near Marty Motors this past summer had some Ridgefielders a little hot under the collar. They were so concerned about his attire that they called police (not the fashion police). Read more here.---> Man in Short-Shorts Has Ridgefielders Concerned: Report

#2) After another baby dies after being left in a hot car, a mother recounts a mistake that might have cost her daughter's life. Read more.---> A Mother Remembers: I Left My Baby In a Hot Car

#3) Former Ridgefield resident Kyle Seitz was convicted for leaving his toddler in a hot car all day while he went to work. His wife, Lindsey Seitz, who was not present at his sentencing, asked the judge for leniency for her husband. Read more here.---> Ridgefield Dad Avoids Jail Time in Son's 'Hot Car' Death, Can Join Family in Colorado

#4) 17 former Connecticut Boy Scouts claimed to have been sexually abused by a Ridgefield, Conn., Scout Master. Read more here.---> Update: Boy Scouts of America Responds to Massive Sexual Abuse Lawsuit

#5) The Warren's Occult Museum in Monroe, Conn. plays host to 'An Evening with Annabelle,' the possessed doll from the blockbuster movie 'The Conjuring.' Connecticut Demonologists Invite Public to Meet 'Anabelle,' Haunted Doll from 'The Conjuring'

Which story was your favorite? Tell us in the comments! Have a news tip? Email wendy.mitchell@patch.com.

Want to read more good news? Check out our "Everyday Heroes" series and find out how to nominate your friend, teacher, firefighter, police officer, or community volunteer to get their much deserved 15 minutes of fame on Patch!

• Everyday Heroes: The Maids 'Cleaning for a Reason'
• Everyday Hero: At-Risk Dog Rescuer Steven Curran
• Everyday Hero: High School Guidance Counselor
• #GoodNews - Meet Curtis Urbina, Everyday Hero

Photo: Dina Brewster, owner of The Hickories Farm in Ridgefield, feeds a baby pig this past fall at the farm, located on Lounsbury Road. Credit: Wendy Ann Mitchell