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Good morning Farmington! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will Farmington fare in Thursday's season opener at Wethersfield?
  • What does Otis leaving Farmington mean for our region's job market?

Also on today's calendar: Spellwork Basics and 11 more events.

Today's riddle: What happened to the pregnant cat that ate yarn? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Turning sunny; pleasant, with a high of 82 and low of 61 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, temps: high: 80, low: 67.
  • Thursday: Humid with a t-storm possible, with a high of 83 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Sheehan Titans open title defense, Wethersfield Eagles building confidence (wfsb.com subscription) — Farmington High's football team will open its 2026 season on the road at Wethersfield this Thursday night, facing an Eagles squad eager to return to the playoffs. The matchup follows Wethersfield's preseason scrimmage with defending state champion Sheehan, setting up an early test for Farmington's players and traveling fans.
   

• West Hartford's amenities fuel strong office demand amid broader market slump (hartfordbusiness.com) — Farmington residents may notice a shift as Otis Worldwide plans to move its corporate headquarters from Farmington to West Hartford's town center next year, drawn by the suburb's strong office market and amenities. The article details West Hartford's unusually low office vacancies, rising rents, and new tenants at 815 Farmington Avenue, highlighting broader regional economic trends that could influence future jobs and development.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Crisp Fall Air, Fresh Adventures: Pack 170 Welcomes New Leaders and Farmington Families —Ricardo Fernandes Read on Patch
  • Kelly posted a job opening for Shipping Coordinator - Forklift a Plus in Farmington. Apply here.
  • IMI Plc - Legacy Precision posted a job opening for Materials Clerk/Factory Worker in Farmington. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Farmington here.

🗞 Nearby News

New Britain

West Hartford

  • West Hartford's Nepalese Community Gathers to Honor Nepal Flood Victims - We-Ha (we-ha.com)

Newington

  • Newington Pool Committee Seeks Town Council Direction As It Studies Renovation Options (patch.com)

Ok Farmington! 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: She had mittens! (Thank you April M. for sending it in!)
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