Friday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 71 and low of 47 degrees.
Saturday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 68, low: 50.
Sunday: Some rain in the afternoon, with a high of 68 and low of 57 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Goodwill Industries buys property, warehouse on 20 Guilford acres for $10.7 million (ctinsider.com) — Goodwill Industries of Southern New England is consolidating its headquarters and warehouse operations at a large new facility in Guilford, a move that reshapes its regional footprint after The Safety Zone left Essex for that site in 2014. While the change centers on Guilford, Essex readers gain context on how major employers and distribution hubs along the shoreline continue to shift over time.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
4 Must-See Films at 2026 Essex Film Fest NOV 6 & 7 —Programming Librarian Read on Patch
The Forum At Rancho San Antonio posted a job opening for Utility Worker/Dishwasher in Essex. Apply here.
Jacent Strategic Merchandising posted a job opening for Merchandiser Bonus Included in Deep River. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Essex here.
Connecticut Fishing Report- October 8, 2026 (onthewater.com)
11 Mom-And-Pop Connecticut Restaurants That Serve Huge Portions For Surprisingly Affordable Prices (newsbreak.com)
Clinton
Clinton Open Houses Oct. 11: A Remodeled Cape And A Country Club Estates Home Near The Sound (patch.com)
Local Event: Your CBD Store - CLINTON! $ Get Em' While You Can! $ (patch.com)
Essex Bank continues to celebrate 175 years with a contribution to the Clinton Art Society (nerej.com)
Ok Essex! 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!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!