🌱 Patch AM: Which charges appeared in Berlin’s latest two-week police arrest log?

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In today's newsletter:

• Which charges appeared in Berlin's latest two-week police arrest log?
• How is Berlin's Ryan Preece chasing a last‑chance NASCAR playoff berth?

Also on today's calendar: Meet & Greet / Corn Hole competition! Prizes! and 2 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Sunday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 77 and low of 60 degrees.
• Monday: An afternoon shower in spots, temps: high: 82, low: 58.
• Tuesday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 78 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Berlin Police Logs: Aug. 1 to Aug. 15, 2026 (patch.com) — Berlin police have released the latest arrest log covering incidents from Aug. 1–15, outlining a range of charges from DUI and drug possession to larceny of a motor vehicle and probation violations. All charges are allegations, and the list includes both Berlin residents and people from nearby towns who were arrested in town.
   

• Preece embracing his New England roots while seeking last spot in NASCAR's Chase (timesleader.com) — Berlin native Ryan Preece is leaning on his New England roots and hometown supporters as he chases a must-win NASCAR race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway to make the playoff field. He's racing with his family-owned team in regional events this week while trying to overcome a 50-point deficit for the final Chase spot.
   

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Sunday August 23
• Professional Development
  Griswold Elementary School 133 Heather Lane, Kensington, CT 06037
  8:00 pm
Monday August 24
• New Student / Parent Welcome
  Berlin High School 139 Patterson Way, Berlin, CT 06037
  6:00 pm
Thursday August 27
• Meet & Greet / Corn Hole competition! Prizes! →
  The Truck Bar – Berlin, CT, 151 Webster Square Rd, Berlin
  5:00 pm
• Parents Sports Night
  Berlin High School 139 Patterson Way, Berlin, CT 06037
  6:30 pm
Thursday September 3
• School Picture Day
  Berlin High School 139 Patterson Way, Berlin, CT 06037
  7:30 am

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🗓 Events Nearby

Sunday August 23
• Professional Development
  Griswold Elementary School 133 Heather Lane, Kensington, CT 06037
  8:00 pm
Monday August 24
• Counselors Available for Schedule Changes -Last appt. at 1:30pm
  New Britain High School New Britain, CT 06051
  8:00 am
• New Student / Parent Welcome
  Berlin High School 139 Patterson Way, Berlin, CT 06037
  6:00 pm
Thursday August 27
• Chamberlain's 2nd Annual Back to School Bash!
  Chamberlain Elementary School New Britain, CT 06051
  4:00 pm
• Parents Sports Night
  Berlin High School 139 Patterson Way, Berlin, CT 06037
  6:30 pm
Friday August 28
• Hole in One
  Hole in the Wall Theater 116 Main St, New Britain, CT 06051
Sunday August 30
• Dozynki – Harvest Festival — Polish American... →
  Falcon's Field, 731 Farmington Ave, New Britain
  10:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

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🗞 Nearby News

New Britain

• Hundreds of New Britain students risk missing school due to lack of required vaccinations (fox61.com)
• New Britain Health Department holds vaccinations clinic for students days ahead of school year (fox61.com)
• BIRDCODE To Open New Crispy Chicken Location In Plainville; 7th In State (dailyvoice.com)

Meriden

• Opening Of New Ramp On Route 15 Set In Meriden (patch.com)

Southington

• Front Porch News from Wallingford, Meriden, Southington and Plainville (myrecordjournal.com)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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