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🌱 Patch AM: Glastonbury Police Make Arrest In Vehicle Burglary Spree

Also, don't miss New World Trio "Autumn Reflections" on the Glastonbury Patch calendar

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In today's newsletter:

  • Parole absconder charged in Glastonbury vehicle burglary spree
  • How Route 2 bridge work could affect your Glastonbury commute.

Also on today's calendar: New World Trio "Autumn Reflections" and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 61 and low of 36 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 66, low: 52.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 75 and low of 47 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Glastonbury Police Make Arrest In Vehicle Burglary Spree (patch.com) — Glastonbury residents are learning more about a months-long vehicle burglary spree that hit the town earlier this year, after police arrested a 22-year-old New Britain man tied to dozens of thefts across Connecticut and Massachusetts. Investigators say the suspect, already in state custody, now faces multiple burglary, larceny, and motor vehicle theft charges stemming from incidents reported in Glastonbury in January and February.
   

• 0053-0203 Glastonbury (ct.gov) — A major Route 2 bridge replacement over Quarry Road in Glastonbury is moving forward, with a virtual public information meeting set for Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026 at 6 p.m. Residents can learn about the $21 million project, expected to start in spring 2029, ask questions, and submit comments during a two-week public comment period following the meeting.
   

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Wethersfield

  • This Week In Wethersfield: New Highcrest School Hearing, Old Academy Repairs, Early Voting And More (patch.com)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes?" — So when they come back to port they can just scan-da-navi-an! (Thank you Jessica C. for sending it in!)
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