Yes, you did just hear the Lowell Bells ring. Yes, it was midnight. Yes, it was for Halloween. No, that's not really a reason. Yes, Lowell did it anyway.

From all of us at Flyby, have a very Happy (bell-free, please, Lowell?) Halloween!

There's never a dull moment reading through the Flyby Tip Box submissions. From entries that really should have remained between the curious searcher and his/her own hand (see Sept. 10) to unsolicited statements about movies and food stuffs (see Oct. 6 and Oct. 16), the mistaken searches and comments submitted through the Tip Box are always a riot to read, if not one of my finest daily pleasures. Below, a selection from September and October.

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Some people distract themselves from heavy workloads by taking a walk, others de-stress by eating, while still others spend hours looking up cute pictures of animals on the internet. Winthrop tutor Wendi X. Zhang is now making it easier for everyone to procrastinate with a new\xa0tumblr dedicated to her beloved corgis, Fizzy and Chief.

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"I\'m too busy" is never a good excuse to skimp on exciting and delicious food escapades. In this new series, explore the culinary scene of Boston and Cambridge with Jane, your Crimson foodie who may be picky, but will still try anything on the plate at least once (except maybe chicken feet).

You would be immediately censured as shallow if you judged people based on their looks. But when it comes to food, looks matter. Prettier food just tastes better.

One such restaurant that focuses on the quality of presentation as well as the taste is Chez Henri, which offers a dynamic fusion of French and Cuban cuisine. Since it opened its doors in 1994, Chez Henri has received wide acclaim in the culinary world, having won several Best of Boston awards like "Best French Restaurant," "Best First Date Restaurant," and "Best Fusion."', [])

The Crimson has taken presidential election polls since at least 1884, when James Blaine beat out Grover Cleveland by just 20 votes among Harvard men. Harvard picked Alfred Landon and Wendell Wilkie over FDR in the 1936 and 1940 polls. At Harvard, Dewey really did defeat Truman, by a margin of more than 2:1.

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While you spent the day in pajamas scrolling through your newsfeed thinking about all the homework you should be doing, Harvard University Dining Services went about their business as usual, grilling your veggie burgers and dishing out quinoa. When all of Harvard shut down for the third time in its entire history, HUDS was one of the few staff services that did not get to stay home. For their hard work, students and staff decided to show their gratitude through a standing ovation.', [])

Last Saturday, Harvard students launched the first burger into space.

"Some friends and I were sitting together and wanting to do something different," said Nuseir Yassin \'14, who put the project together along with four other Harvard students.', [])

Three days ago, the Obama campaign released a video titled "Your First Time"—your first time voting, of course. You\'ve probably already seen it. The video elicited many different reactions, some of which are cropping up at Harvard as well.', [])

Now high school students have a reason to rejoice as much as we are: The Harvard Admissions offices announced that due to the impending storm and possible power outages, it has granted students applying under the early action program an extension for submitting their admissions materials. The announcement, posted on the admissions website, states that the office is always flexible in accepting applications late due to extenuating circumstances, whether it be extreme weather or personal issues.

So seniors, while it’s storming outside, hunker down and read over that Common Application essay one more time. And hey, without internet access there shouldn’t be any distractions!

From\xa0http://www.harvard.edu/emergency:

"With severe weather approaching the Cambridge/Boston area, Harvard University has suspended all but core operations for Monday, October 29. This means that classes and most other programs are cancelled and only employees whose roles are vital to core operations are expected to report for work."

—Check TheCrimson.com for updates.

On October 28, 1636, Harvard College was founded when the Great and General Court of the Massachusetts Bay Colony passed a legislative act that established our dear old school as the first university in the nation. Happy 376th, Harvard! Too bad there wasn\'t any cake.

It\'s the thirteenth image on the PostSecret website. Or you can see it here.

As you suit up for tonight's round of Halloween festivities, take note of this friendly reminder from DAPA, featured on the front steps of Quincy House.

Party hard, party safe, Harvard!

"How would your parents describe you when you were twelve?" Shy? Unruly? Already\xa0reading The Economist front to cover every night before bed? Don\'t laugh; it\'s an important\xa0question. So important, in fact, that it could determine your admission status to Harvard\xa0Business School.', [])

It's that time of year again when pumpkins fill the back wall of Annenberg, Starbucks brings back the Pumpkin Spice Latte, and students flock to The Garment District. The abundance of free treats and fun of the holiday can be overwhelming. But luckily, Flyby is here to help with a guide to the Halloween activates around Harvard Square.

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Ben & Jerry's is at it again. Free ice cream in front of Dudley House. The only flavor offered is Jimmy Fallon's Late Night Snack, featuring fudge-covered potato chips.