Saturday: Windy with a shower in places, with a high of 62 and low of 44 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Farmington PD Detective Named 2026 Officer of the Year (patch.com) — Farmington residents are being encouraged to celebrate Det. Zack Martin, who was just named the Exchange Club of Farmington’s 2026 Officer of the Year for his dedication and leadership. The honor, part of the club’s statewide “Salute to Connecticut’s Finest” program, highlights his commitment to public safety and the club’s broader mission of community service and youth support.
• New Splash Pad, Pickleball Courts Dedicated In Farmington (patch.com) — Farmington’s new splash pad and eight pickleball courts at the Westwoods Recreation Complex are now officially open, with set hours and a mix of first-come and reservable courts. Residents can book courts 5–8 online starting June 1, with discounted rates for locals, while the splash pad runs daily afternoons and evenings for family-friendly summer fun.
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Looking for a reliable person for weekday (Monday-Friday) outdoor property work. Weeding, garden bed maintenance, light trimming and general clean up. Must be dependable and able to work independently. (Nextdoor Farmington II)
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🗞 Nearby News
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New Haven Man Sentenced to 29 Years in Federal Prison for Pandemic Robbery Spree: Feds (patch.com)
West Hartford
Cornerstone Holding 'Spring Splash Classic' and Water Safety Day - We-Ha (we-ha.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
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