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🌱 Patch AM: Committed To Early Childhood Ed For More Than A Decade, Catherine Bencivengo Named BELC Executive Director

Also, don't miss Eight to the Bar plays a Public Dance at the Owenego Inn and Beach Club in Branford on the Branford Patch calendar

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Good morning Branford! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Veteran educator takes the helm at Branford Early Learning Center
  • How Branford's school buses are going electric faster than planned
  • Who Branford residents should call when a baby bird needs help

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!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 71 and low of 47 degrees.
  • Saturday: Sunny to partly cloudy, temps: high: 66, low: 52.
  • Sunday: Some rain in the afternoon, with a high of 67 and low of 57 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

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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  • Obituary: Joan LaBanca Schuckie (Porto Funeral Homes) —Porto Funeral Homes Read on Patch
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  • James Blackstone Memorial Library is pleased to share good news.
    The Laptop ConneCT Program is connecting eligible CT residents with laptops and related accessories through participating local public libraries. (Nextdoor Downtown Branford)
  • Ring's End posted a job opening for Forklift Operator / Yard Help in Branford. Apply here.
  • Stop & Shop posted a job opening for PT Clerk - Florist - 0648 in New Haven. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Branford here.

Ok Branford! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

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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