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Today's riddle: Why did the chicken go to the gym? 🤔 (Answer below!)
• Branford Firefighters, Medics Respond to Car-Over-Seawall On Linden Avenue Thursday (patch.com) — Branford firefighters and medics responded Thursday to a car that went over the seawall on Linden Avenue, safely stabilizing the vehicle and helping remove the driver. One person was taken to a local hospital for evaluation, and crews confirmed no fluids leaked into Long Island Sound. Officials praised the coordinated response and urged motorists to use extra caution along Branford's shoreline roads and seawalls.
• Branford Historical Society Named September Beneficiary of Stop & Shop's Community Bag Program (patch.com) — Branford shoppers can support the Branford Historical Society all September by buying $2.50 reusable Community Bags at the Stop & Shop on Leetes Island Road, which sends $1 per bag to the local nonprofit. The funds will help preserve Branford's history through Harrison House Museum upkeep and fall educational programming, with no extra donation steps required at checkout.
• 2026 CIAC field hockey predictions: Picking state champions before the season begins (ctpost.com) — Branford field hockey is projected to repeat as Class M state champion in 2026 after edging New Milford 1–0 in last year's title game, with key players like Lilly Panuccio and Ellie Meyran returning. The preview also tips nearby North Branford to reclaim a Class S crown, while outlining other contenders across Connecticut's field hockey divisions.
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