5 Things You Need to Know Today: Nov. 13

Our weekday morning column, 5 Things You Need to Know, provides you with information that can help you plan your day and give you some fodder for water cooler conversations.

1. Milford Police were dealing with a spree of break-ins two nights ago. Did you hear any commotion? 

2. Residents turned out to celebrate Veterans Day yesterday. If you missed photographer Jim Calarese's pictures, pop back and peruse the gallery now. He got some great shots!

3. Cute as a button was the winner of last week's photo contest! This week's contest, which starts tomorrow, will be looking for pictures of local landmarks.

4. Did you know you could search for jobs on Milford Patch? 

5. Editor Mary MacDonald is on vacation this week. If you have a news tip or concern, feel free to reach out to Associate Regional Editor Danielle Horn (danielle.horn@patch.com) or Regional Editor Susan Manning (susan.manning@patch.com).