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🌱 Patch AM: How East Haven police tracked down a stolen cash register suspect

Also, don’t miss Xfinity Event Coming to Milford Plaza in Milford! on the East Haven Patch calendar

Thursday May 28th Patch AM

Morning East Haven! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️

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In today's newsletter:

  • How East Haven police tracked down a stolen cash register suspect
  • Why state leaders chose East Haven’s Cosey Beach to sound the alarm
  • East Haven firefighters assist in late-night Branford house fire response

Also on today's calendar: Xfinity Event Coming to Milford Plaza in Milford! and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: What's a good time to go to the dentist? 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Partly sunny and less humid, with a high of 75 and low of 55 degrees.
  • Friday: Variable cloudiness, temps: high: 73, low: 56.
  • Saturday: Mainly cloudy; windy, cooler, with a high of 65 and low of 49 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Man arrested for stealing cash register from East Haven business, police say (wfsb.com) — East Haven police say a man broke into Ade Restaurant on Main Street, stole a cash register, and was later arrested after surveillance video and recovered clothing tied him to the scene. Officers also believe he tried to enter other nearby businesses. He now faces multiple burglary and larceny charges and is due in New Haven court.    

2. ‘Have a plan.' CT emergency directors say don't downplay ‘below normal' hurricane season (news12.com) — Emergency officials gathered at Cosey Beach in East Haven to warn residents not to relax just because this year’s hurricane outlook is “below normal.” They’re urging shoreline and inland households alike to plan evacuation routes, prepare emergency kits that include pets, understand flood insurance needs, and be ready for future storms and rising sea levels.    

3. One hospitalized for smoke inhalation in Branford house fire on Short Beach Road, officials say (nhregister.com) — East Haven firefighters helped Branford crews battle a kitchen fire on Short Beach Road early Wednesday, where one resident was hospitalized for smoke inhalation. The blaze, ruled accidental, started when combustible items stored in a microwave ignited, but firefighters quickly contained it and no responders were injured.    

4. Connecticut officials issue safety reminders for 2026 Motorcycle Awareness Month (wtnh.com) — A longtime East Haven motorcyclist is helping spotlight safety as Connecticut officials warn of rising motorcycle deaths during Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. State police and CT DOT urge drivers to watch for riders and avoid distractions, while riders are reminded to wear bright gear, use full-face helmets, and know their bikes well.    


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🗓 Events Nearby

    Thursday May 28
  • Accepted Students Day - Tenative Date
    Hill Regional Career High School New Haven, CT 06519
    4:00 pm
  • SENIOR PROM
    Birchwoods At Oak Lane in Woodbridge
    6:00 pm
  • Blueprint Committee Meeting
    Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd, North Branford
    7:00 pm
  • Friday May 29
  • Senior Decision Day
    Hill Regional Career High School New Haven, CT 06519
    8:00 am

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Ok East Haven! 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: 2:30 (tooth hurty) (Thank you Pat A. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!


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