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🌱 Patch AM: Downed Wires Closes Road In Clinton: Police

And check out Artisan & Antique Fall Festival on the Clinton Patch calendar

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

In today's newsletter:

  • Downed wires shut Route 1 at Clinton–Madison town line

Also on today's calendar: Artisan & Antique Fall Festival and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: How do billboards talk? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Sun through high clouds, with a high of 68 and low of 49 degrees.
  • Sunday: Some rain in the afternoon, temps: high: 66, low: 57.
  • Monday: Some rain in the a.m.; cloudy, with a high of 71 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Downed Wires Closes Road In Clinton: Police (patch.com) — Drivers in Clinton should steer clear of Route 1 at the Madison town line, where downed wires have forced a full road closure, according to local police. Motorists are urged to use alternate routes and exercise caution in the area while crews address the situation.
   

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    When three generations love the same menu it's a no-brainer. Our family has never been disappointed in any of our meals. The staff is wonderful. We… (Nextdoor South Clinton)
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🗞 Nearby News

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Madison

  • Madison Firehouse Expansion Nears Completion As Officials Address Final Construction Issues (patch.com)
  • Downed Wire Temporarily Closed Road In Madison: Police (patch.com)

Essex

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  • 11 Connecticut Restaurants That Feel Extra Cozy Once The Fall Weather Turns Cold (newsbreak.com)
  • Goodwill Industries buys property, warehouse on 20 Guilford acres for $10.7 million (ctinsider.com)

Ok Clinton! 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: "How do billboards talk?" — Sign language (Thank you Ellen S. for sending it in!)
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