Reasons given for such legislation include reducing late-night noise in the neighborhood, traffic accidents, violence, and alcohol-related health problems.

So you'll be surprised to learn that the town's tourist bosses are now taking urgent steps to control late-night noise.

Local residents had two concerns: the late-night noise and safety.

The street has lots of bars, so be prepared for late-night noise at weekends.

Mr. Garrett, a sound engineer, offered to give officials recordings of the late-night noise.

Many issue instructions about everything from trash to late-night noise.

Only after we and some other neighbors complained did they cut back the late-night noise.

Garbage and late-night noise have also grown, he said.

Today, a spokesman at the village said he was calling in police to begin patrols, in response to complaints about late-night noise.

Many local residents had complained to the police about late-night noise and fights.