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🌱 Patch AM: Fairfield Library Board Reviews Policies, Parking Issues

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What's up Fairfield! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Parking limits, policy tweaks and new trustee reshape Fairfield library
  • Fairfield's classic Warde–Ludlowe rivalry moves to Thanksgiving eve
  • New Sikorsky Credit Union branch brings more banking options to Fairfield

Also on today's calendar: Pre-Demolition Sale and 35 more events.

Today's riddle: What day of the year is trucker's day? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Partly sunny, with a high of 81 and low of 56 degrees.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and cooler, temps: high: 68, low: 61.
  • Sunday: Periods of rain, some heavy, with a high of 69 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Fairfield Library Board Reviews Policies, Parking Issues (patch.com) — Fairfield residents get a close look at how their public library is being managed, from tightening parking rules at the Old Post Road main branch to updating policies on minors and program displays. Trustees also advanced a new board member, reviewed finances and endowment performance, and planned future meetings and governance priorities that will shape services at both the Main Library and Fairfield Woods Branch.
   

2. Schedule Changed For Annual Fairfield Warde Vs. Ludlowe Football Game (patch.com) — Fairfield's traditional Warde–Ludlowe Thanksgiving football rivalry is getting a prime-time makeover, shifting to the Wednesday night before the holiday so more locals can attend. School officials say the change should boost crowds and school spirit as students, families, and community members gather under the lights for the 2026 matchup at Ludlowe.
   

3. Sikorsky Credit Union Opens New Branch In Fairfield (patch.com) — Residents in Fairfield now have a new banking option with the opening of Sikorsky Credit Union's branch on Post Road, celebrated by local officials and community partners. The branch offers personal and business banking, financial guidance, and supports regional partnerships, including work with Sacred Heart University, as the credit union deepens its presence in town.
   

4. Community Helps Those Hit Hardest By 'Rain Bomb' Flooding Across Fairfield County (dailyvoice.com) — Fairfield residents hit hardest by Sunday's torrential "rain bomb" are turning to neighbors and online fundraisers as they face wrecked basements, totaled cars, and major home repairs. One Fairfield neighbor had basement floodwaters reach the ceiling after months of pleading with the town about drainage issues. Local readers can see how families are coping and where help is being organized.
   

5. Fairfield seeks permanent ban on new smoke shops (sheltonherald.com) — Fairfield officials are moving to turn a temporary moratorium on new smoke shops into a permanent ban, while capping tobacco and vape products at 20 percent of gas station and convenience store inventory. Police say repeated underage sales and resource-draining investigations at existing smoke shops prompted the change. Current shops could stay open, but no new ones would be allowed.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Before You Vote for Rob Blanchard, Read Special Act 26-1 —Emily Hau Read on Patch
  • Benchmark Senior Living Earns More 2026 Connecticut Assisted Living Association Awards Than Any Other Provide —Tom Lefkowitz Read on Patch
  • Re-elect Jennifer Leeper. She has a record of delivering for Fairfield, and importantly, of decency —Conley Downing Read on Patch
  • Amybeth Laroche Will Actually REPRESENT Us in the State Senate —Bob MacGuffie Read on Patch
  • Extreme Weather & Coastal Resiliency Information Forum —Tony Hwang Read on Patch
  • Found young male cat intact who is super friendly!
    Is this anyone's cat?? Location is near Black Turnpike in Fairfield. (Nextdoor Black Rock)
  • Good morning neighbors.
    I'm looking for a small moving company who can move a heavy sofa and love seat from my first floor to my basement. Must be done by Friday. Only… (Nextdoor Greenfield Hill)
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Ok Fairfield! 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: 10-4, good buddy! (Thank you Jean H. for sending it in!)
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