Budget Cuts Force Elementary School to Close; Police Crack Down on Distracted Driving: Groton's News

There was plenty of news across your town over the past week. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here’s a roundup of some of the top stories.

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Budget Cuts Force Groton Elementary School to Close

Due to budget cuts, Pleasant Valley Elementary School in Groton will close at the end of the school year.

Police Cracking Down on Distracted Driving in Groton

The initiative is part of the "U Drive. U Text. U Pay." campaign.

Payless ShoeSource Decides Fate of Groton Store Amid Closings

The family footwear retailer filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and plans to close 400 stores.

Groton Police Spot DUI Woman Driving 90 mph: Report

A woman was charged with DUI after police said she drove at 100 miles per hour and was seen swerving.

Groton Council Cuts $5.2 million from Board's Budget Request

Councilors said they anticipate an additional $5 million cut in education funding to come from the state.