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And on the Glastonbury Patch calendar - South Windsor Apple Fest 2026

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Good day Glastonbury! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Two Glastonbury officers honored for proactive DUI enforcement efforts
  • See what Glastonbury's new $295,000 ADA trail grant will build
  • How a Glastonbury firm helped shape UConn receiver Drew Kron

Also on today's calendar: South Windsor Apple Fest 2026 and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: A passing afternoon shower, with a high of 83 and low of 54 degrees.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and not as warm, temps: high: 71, low: 46.
  • Sunday: Sun and some clouds, with a high of 66 and low of 49 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Glastonbury Officers Recognized By MADD For DUI Enforcement (patch.com) — Glastonbury residents are being reminded how seriously local police take impaired driving, as Lt. Anthony Pagliughi and Officer Alexander Maldonado were honored by Mothers Against Drunk Driving for their DUI enforcement work. Their proactive efforts to spot and stop impaired drivers highlight the department's emphasis on prevention and keeping community roadways safer for families.
   

• Governor Lamont Announces State Grants for 50 Projects To Restore and Improve Trails (ct.gov) — Glastonbury is receiving nearly $295,000 in state funding to build the Arbor Acres ADA Trail, improving accessible outdoor recreation right in town. The grant is part of a $10.5 million statewide package for 50 trail projects, aimed at boosting health, tourism, and local economies, with many awards focused on improving access in communities like Glastonbury.
   

• UConn Wide Receiver, MBA Candidate Drew Kron: Follow Your Passion, Learn from Others, Put Your Head Down and Work Hard (uconn.edu) — Glastonbury readers may recognize Mahoney Sabol, where UConn wide receiver and MBA student Drew Kron's father is a partner and early influence on his finance career. Kron, raised in nearby Hebron, shares how he balances Division I football, graduate studies, and career goals in financial advising, while UConn prepares to host Syracuse this Saturday in East Hartford.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Barron's Names Matthew Somberg to Top 100 Independent Financial Advisors —Kirstin Ahearn Read on Patch
  • Looking for recommendations for general contractor for bathroom+drywall repair in Glastonbury.
    Preferably recommendations from people you have first hand experience with. TIA! (Nextdoor Neipsic Woods)
  • Casadoro is an excellent restaurant serving Italian food and delicious steaks or seafood.
    The desserts are also amazing! Make sure to try one. Loved every bite ! (Nextdoor Strickland St /Hebron Ave)
  • HEICO posted a job opening for Production Inspector in Glastonbury. Apply here.
  • Nuvia Dental Implant Center posted a job opening for Entry Level Bilingual Dental Lab Technician (Cam) in Glastonbury. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Glastonbury here.

🗞 Nearby News

Manchester

  • Manchester Native Named New Public Works Director (patch.com)
  • Spirit Christmas stores opening in Connecticut this November (fox61.com)
  • The Best Players Man City Signed With 'Disguised Funding'—Ranked (wtnh.com)

East Hartford

  • Threatening call leads to Goodwin University lockdowns in East Hartford (fox61.com)

Wethersfield

  • Marine Cargo Business Among 20 New Wethersfield Businesses Registered In September (patch.com)

Ok Glastonbury! 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: "Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig?" — Because he was such a boar! (Thank you Theresa H. for sending it in!)
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