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🌱 Patch AM: Branford Police Blotter: Sept. 1 to Sept. 8, 2026

Spotted on the Branford calendar: String of Pearls Big Band - Dinner and Dancing!

Wednesday September 9th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Hi there, Branford! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • See who was recently charged in Branford police activity

Also on today's calendar: String of Pearls Big Band - Dinner and Dancing! and 11 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Humid with clouds and sun, with a high of 80 and low of 70 degrees.
  • Thursday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, temps: high: 84, low: 63.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 79 and low of 57 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Branford Police Blotter: Sept. 1 to Sept. 8, 2026 (patch.com) — Branford residents can see a snapshot of recent police activity, with several people charged between Sept. 1 and Sept. 4 on offenses ranging from larceny to possession of a controlled substance and failure to appear. Police emphasize that all information is provided by the department and that those named are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
   

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he wouldn't get caught red handed. (Thank you Vicki B. for sending it in!)
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