The grill is fired up, the activities are humming and neighbors are meeting neighbors: It's Night to Unite once again in the Mendota Heights area.

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The purpose of Night to Unite, formerly National Night Out, is to forge relationships and encourage communication within neighborhoods to prevent crime and maintain a safe environment for residents.

Representatives of the Mendota Heights Fire Department, Police Department and City Council will be visiting parties throughout town to spread good will and information.

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