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Hi Berlin! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What Berlin and the state are doing about the Bright Feeds odor
  • See how Berlin schools are racking up awards and new programs
  • How Berlin's volleyball team clawed back for a thrilling five-set win

Also on today's calendar: The Billy Joel and Elton John Experience: A Tribute to Billy Joel and Elton John. and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Tropical Rainstorm Isaias, with a high of 60 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Monday: A morning shower; warmer, temps: high: 70, low: 53.
  • Tuesday: Showers late in the afternoon, with a high of 69 and low of 57 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• The Stink Is Back: Berlin, State Investigating Renewed Odor Complaints (patch.com) — If you've noticed that familiar odor in Berlin again, town officials say they're working with the state DEEP and Bright Feeds after confirming smells near the Fuller Way facility. A recent equipment setting change has been reversed, and the company and town will keep monitoring to see if the adjustment finally clears the air for nearby residents.
   

• Berlin schools highlight awards, achievement (bristolpress.com) — Berlin families can celebrate a string of school successes, from districtwide awards to national recognition for Berlin High's BioNauts invention team. Local schools are adding new playgrounds, leadership programs, arts and wellness activities, and safety lessons, while more than 100 high schoolers pursue career pathways tied to real-world learning opportunities.
   

• Five-Set Win: Berlin girls volleyball picks up huge win against rival Newington (newbritainherald.com) — Berlin volleyball fans just saw the Redcoats pull off a gritty five-set home win over rival Newington, rallying from a 2-1 deficit behind big nights from several hitters. Coach Jim Bagley praised the team's resilience and crowd-fueled comebacks, as Berlin moves to 7-5 and now heads to face Wethersfield on the road Tuesday evening.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Death Investigated As Homicide After Human Remains Found Following Fire In Meriden: PD (patch.com)

Southington

  • Woman charged with manslaughter in death of 18-year-old man in Southington last year (nbcconnecticut.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath?" — A dirty double crosser ! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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