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🌱Looking For A New Furry Friend? + Another Fair This Weekend

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Hello, everybody! It's me, Karena Garrity, your host of the Daily. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in town.

First, today's weather:

Nice with plenty of sunshine. High: 79 Low: 59.

Here are the top three stories today in Essex-Chester-Deep River:

  1. "A 17-year-old was issued a summons for their alleged involvement in assembling a hateful message on a sign board in Deep River, state police said Thursday. The teen was issued the summons Wednesday, charging them with breach of peace and ridicule on account creed, religion, color, denomination, nationality, or race. State police conducted a "lengthy investigation" and used forensic evidence, video footage, and witness interviews to figure out exactly what happened. On the morning of June 1, state troopers got a report of a vulgar, racist message posted on the sign board at Devitt Field. Letters from a message about the local Memorial Day parade appeared to have been switched up to write: 'Trump 2024,' followed by two derogatory words," according to the Fox61 Hartford. (FOX61 Hartford)
  2. Celebrating its 110th year, the Haddam Neck Fair will be held this weekend. The four-day hometown fair will kick off Friday night. According to the New Haven register, the weekend fun will include a 5K road race Sunday at 9:30 a.m., live music performances and other entertainment daily, traditional tractor and truck, as well as pony and horse pulls. A wide variety of food trucks will be selling everything from tacos and baked goods to ice cream and lobster. There will be midway rides for all ages and a host of agricultural displays and livestock." Hope to see you there! (New Haven Register)
  3. Do you want to add a new member to your family and do something good for the Essex-Chester-Deep River community at the same time? Perhaps it's finally time to adopt a pet! Local shelters in Essex-Chester-Deep River and environs have dogs, cats and other kinds of pets ready and waiting to be adopted. Across Connecticut, there are thousands of dogs, cats and other animals of all ages without a home — and many of them are located in your area. On a search for a lovable new four-legged friend? Consider starting at a local facility like Labs4rescue, where Bexley the dog is waiting patiently. If you aren't sure if you have time to take care of a pet year round, many shelters also offer opportunities to foster pets until they are placed. With help from our friends at Petfinder, Patch has compiled this week's list of animals available for adoption near you. Whether you're looking for cuddles or companionship, one of these animals could be the perfect fit for your family. (Essex-Chester-Deep River Patch)

From my notebook:

  • Essex Steam Train & Riverboat: "Boos, Brews & BBQ Join us as we venture to a place where most wouldn't dare, as we welcome the original CT Ghost Hunters to the property on Oct 7 and 14. Enjoy two hours of investigating some of the creepiest locations around the station grounds and hunt some ghosts while guided by four of the members of CT Ghost Hunters." (Essex Steam Train & Riverboat via Facebook)
  • Essex Steam Train & Riverboat: "Our Tree Swallow Cruises departing from Deep River aboard Adventure are filling up quickly, so book your seat today!! Private charters available - inquire about available dates! Tickets available now for public cruises on Sept 9 and 10!" (Essex Steam Train & Riverboat via Facebook)
  • Chester CT Historical Society: "Beautiful September weather! Join us this evening for First Friday in Chester Center. We'll be open 5 to 7:30. Light refreshments and beverages available, along with wonderful Chester memories." (Chester CT Historical Society via Facebook)
  • Ivoryton Library Association: "Thanks to our helpers, we have a winner! The winner of the beautiful quilt has been notified. Many thanks to all who bought tickets!" (Ivoryton Library Association via Facebook)
  • Deep River Public Library: "The Friends of the Deep River Library are calling all bakers!" (Deep River Public Library via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Friday off right! See you tomorrow for another update.

— Karena Garrity

About me: I am a native of Connecticut, who currently resides in the Tri-Town community of Chester, Deep River and Essex. I have been a community reporter for the better part of the past 20 years. I love my small town community and I am honored to be a part of Patch.com. You can reach me at; karena.garrity@patch.com.

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