Friday: An afternoon shower or two, with a high of 83 and low of 51 degrees.
Saturday: Mostly sunny and not as warm, temps: high: 70, low: 44.
Sunday: Sun and some clouds, with a high of 64 and low of 50 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• How Ellington, Somers Schools Fared In New CT Ranking (patch.com) — Ellington Public Schools just ranked 37th in Connecticut and earned an A-minus overall grade in Niche's new 2027 Best School Districts list, placing it among the state's top 50 districts. Neighboring Somers came in 70th with a B grade, while Westport, Greenwich, and New Canaan topped the statewide rankings.
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Parade Highlights Ellington's America 250 Celebration on October 3 —Dianne Trueb Read on Patch
Ellington Veterans Evening Coffeehouse —Ellington Human Services Read on Patch
Dunkin' posted a job opening for Baker/Finisher in Ellington. Apply here.
Staffmark posted a job opening for Warehouse Assembler in East Windsor. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Ellington here.
🗞 Nearby News
Rockville
Governor, State Ag Commissioner, Hail "Real" Farm-To-Table School Meals At Rockville High School (patch.com)
Tolland
Vernon Establishment Finalist For Major Connecticut Restaurant & Hospitality Association Award (patch.com)
362 drivers caught illegally passing Vernon school buses. Now come $250 fines. (ctinsider.com)
Summit Racing Series E.T. Finals divisional results set stage for championship battle (nhra.com)
Vernon
Vernon's Cornerstone Again Hosting Free Halloween Costume Boutique (patch.com)
Ok Ellington! 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 girl pig break up with the boy pig?" — Because he was such a boar! (Thank you Theresa H. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!