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Also on today's calendar: Eight to the Bar plays a Public Dance at the Owenego Inn and Beach Club in Branford and 11 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the hospital? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Committed To Early Childhood Ed For More Than A Decade, Catherine Bencivengo Named BELC Executive Director (patch.com) — Branford families will see a familiar face leading the Branford Early Learning Center as longtime educator Catherine Bencivengo becomes executive director. With more than a decade at BELC, she's praised for her deep connection to local children, families, and staff, and her commitment to strengthening this trusted early childhood resource in town.
2. CT Green Bank plans up to $2M investment offering tied to Branford electric school buses (hartfordbusiness.com subscription) — Branford is set to finish converting its entire school bus fleet to electric vehicles two years ahead of schedule, backed by up to $2 million in new Green Liberty Note investments. The Connecticut Green Bank is financing equipment and infrastructure for 46 electric buses and 49 chargers, making Branford Public Schools the first district in Connecticut expected to meet the state's zero-emission school bus milestone.
3. Small Birds in Distress (ct.gov) — If you find a distressed small bird in Branford, you're urged first to check whether it's truly orphaned and, if needed, contact local rehabilitator Karen L. Hannon. The guide explains when to return a chick to its nest, when to leave fledglings alone, and lists permitted wildlife volunteers across Connecticut for different bird species.
4. 'Just a blessing:' Wedding held for resident at Branford senior nursing facility (wtnh.com) — At Ark Healthcare and Rehabilitation at Branford Hills, staff and local donors came together to host a heartfelt wedding for resident Tiba Freeman and her groom, Demetrius. The Branford ceremony, held right at the facility she calls home, featured donated decorations and services, showcasing how local caregivers and businesses work together to brighten residents' lives.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!)
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