Local Virus Stats, Hidden Gem, Guv Recruiting: Farmington Daily

Good morning, neighbors. It's me again, Chris Dehnel, your host of the Farmington Daily.

---

Are you a local business owner or marketer in Farmington? Our premium local sponsorships will keep you at the top of inboxes around town every morning. Contact us here for the lowdown.

---

First, today's weather:

Clear throughout the day. High: 76 Low: 63.

---

Here are the top stories today in Farmington:

1. Farmington Coronavirus Infection Rate Rising (Farmington Patch)
2. Lamont Touts 'Family-Friendly' policies In Biz Recruiting Video (Across Connecticut Patch)
3. Hidden Gems Of Hartford And Tolland Counties: 9/11 Memorials (Manchester Patch)
4. Daniel Konover Obituary (2021) - Hartford, CT - Hartford Courant (Legacy.com)
5. Josephine Mancuso Obituary (2021) - Hartford, CT - Hartford Courant (Legacy.com)
6. Towns across central Connecticut to host Sept. 11 observances Saturday (Hartford Courant)
7. WILLIAM HAVILAND Obituary (2021) - Boston, MA - Boston Globe (Legacy.com)
8. Edwina Bosco Obituary (1928 - 2021) - West Hartford, CT - Hartford Courant (Legacy.com)
9. Mortgagee's Notice of Foreclosure Sale of Real Property | Legals (Rutland Herald)

---

Today in Farmington:

• Take & Make Apples - Farmington Library (12:00 AM)
• Autumn Splendor Garden Tour - Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society (6:00 AM)
• Women's Triathlon (7:30 AM)
• Playhouse Theatre Academy: Toddler Storytime (11:00 AM)
• Sunken Garden Poetry Festival 2021- Day 2 with Martin Espada (1:30 PM)

---

Farmington Patch Notebook

• Farmington Community & Recreational Services: "🍂Fall is right around the corner and we are so excited to announce our date for the 2021 Fall Festival & Moonlight Movie! 🎃 Join us on October 24th at 4:30 PM on the "F Hill" for some Halloween fun and, as always, we'll end the night w..." (Facebook)
• First Church of Christ, Congregational, 1652: "Join us this Sunday as we return to the Meetinghouse for in-person worship. We'll ponder the story of the flood and Noah's Ark and God's change of heart. We will celebrate communion, so if you are watching online gather whatever you will..." (Facebook)
• Farmington Libraries, CT: "The Arctic seems very far away, but the momentous changes occurring there affect us all. Global warming, sea-level rise, tropical storms, and extreme weather events are all connected to the rapidly melting and warming Arctic. Join Dr. Je..." (Facebook)
• Farmington Libraries (CT): "Sign up for the latest library news, program information & updates. Get the Farmington Libraries newsletter right in your inbox (link in bio)." (Instagram)
• Farmington Libraries (CT): "Sign up today and join us Saturday, September 11 at 11:00 AM for a TEDDY BEAR STORYTIME! Stories, rhymes, games, and crafts celebrating one of our favorite cozy friends! Storytime will take place outside on the Library's Garden patio - ..." (Instagram)
• Farmington Libraries (CT): "To support our community's health and wellness as we transition out of the pandemic, First Church of Christ, Congregational, 1652, and the Farmington Libraries are hosting a series of free experiential events to help participants learn s..." (Instagram)
• Hill-Stead Museum: "Looking for something fun to do this weekend? As featured on WTNH News 8, join us to celebrate art in a natural environment during our Sunken Garden Poetry Festival! Now entering its 29th year, this one-of-a-kind event continues to celeb..." (Facebook)
• Farmington Libraries, CT: "To support our community's health and wellness as we transition out of the pandemic, First Church of Christ, Congregational, 1652, and the Farmington Libraries are hosting a series of free experiential events to help participants learn s..." (Facebook)
• First Church of Christ, Congregational, 1652: "The Town of Farmington and our town's Boy, Girl and Cub Scout Troops, invite you to join them in a remembrance ceremony, for the 20th Anniversary of 9/11. The main focus of this event will be to share information about that day and honor..." (Facebook)

---

From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Featured businesses:

• Apex Hauling — Junk removal, demo (pool/shed/deck/concrete), and home cleanout (Visit website)
• Add your business here

Events:

• Kingswood Oxford's Admission Process & Affordability Workshop (September 21)
• Add your event

---

Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll see you around. If you're loving these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to read along. You can send them this link to subscribe.

— Chris Dehnel

About me: Email: chris.dehnel@patch.com Bio: I am a founding editor at Patch and back for Round 2 of the online news journey. in addition to Vernon, which is my original site, I am managing the Tolland, Manchester, Farmington, West Hartford and Southington sites in addition to UConn news. I have covered sports, news, business and snow sports in my 35-plus years as a journalist.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Farmington Daily? Reach out anytime to chris.dehnel@patch.com.