Friday: Warm; a p.m. shower or two, with a high of 82 and low of 54 degrees.
Saturday: Mostly sunny and not as warm, temps: high: 70, low: 45.
Sunday: Partly sunny, with a high of 63 and low of 51 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Governor Lamont Announces State Grants for 50 Projects To Restore and Improve Trails (ct.gov) — Avon is set to receive $505,000 in state trail funding for the Old Farms Road Connectivity Improvements Project, creating a multi-use trail link from Tillotson Road to Fisher Meadows. The grant is part of $10.5 million Governor Lamont and DEEP are distributing to 50 trail projects statewide to expand recreation, improve access, and boost local economies.
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🪧 Patch Classifieds
Estate, Yard, Garage and Tag Sale This sale includes a lot of unique, collectible and useful items that are all priced to go to new homes. There will be: small furniture pieces, a... (More info)
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
We are extremely happy with the work A Unique Image Construction did for our home. From the beginning, they were professional, respectful, and easy to communicate with. They took the time to understand what we wanted and made sure… (Nextdoor Old Farms)
The Guitar Center posted a job opening for MAA Seasonal Retail Associate Store 49 in Avon. Apply here.
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🗞 Nearby News
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West Hartford
New Celebration To Take Over West Hartford's Park Road (patch.com)
Hartford
Hartford-Area Nonprofit Marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month With Several Events (patch.com)
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