Groton Daily: COVID-19 Update + Labor Day Trash Pickup Change

Hey, Groton! It's Friday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on today in Groton.

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First, today's weather:

Clear throughout the day. High: 75 Low: 58.

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Here are the top stories today in Groton:

1. The Town of Groton average daily rate dropped slightly from 15.9 cases per 100,000 per day in this week's report to 14.3%. There were 77 (down from 84 in the last report) cases diagnosed in the last two weeks. (Groton Town Government)
2. Labor Day Trash/Recycling Pickup Change In City Of Groton (Press Release Desk)
3. Beautifully Serene Colonial Now Available In Groton (Groton Patch)
4. Groton, Respler begin negotiations; developer's letter released - News from southeastern Connecticut (theday.com)

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Today in Groton:

• Picture Day for Grades 10 & 11 - Ella T. Grasso Technical High School (8:00 AM)
• Vaccination Clinic - Ella T. Grasso Technical High School (8:30 AM)
• CK Classroom Sneak Peek and Meet the Teacher (2:00 PM)
• Meet Your Teacher (Virtual Event) - Claude Chester School (2:00 PM)
• Senior Portraits with Photographer - Ella T. Grasso Technical High School (2:30 PM)
• Sunset Cruise with Project Oceanology (5:00 PM)

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Groton Patch Notebook

• City of Groton Government: "The City of Groton is cleaning up after the remnants of Hurricane Ida hit the region with over 5 inches of rain and strong winds. After a busy night, Groton Utilities has restored power to all residents in Groton." (Facebook)
• MWR Subase Nlon: "On Thursday, French submarine Améthyste (S605), hosted by the USS Cheyenne, played a soccer game with players from various commands on board Subase NLON." (Facebook)
• Project Oceanology: "Some views from Tuesday's sunset cruise. This Friday 9/3 is the last one of the year and there are still some tickets left. We can't wait to see you there!" (Facebook)
• Sacred Heart School (Groton, CT): "Eva (3rd) grade has had an awesome summer! Hope you all are able to get outside and enjoy the gorgeous weather we will have this weekend! See you Tuesday!" (Facebook)
• Groton Public Library: "Congratulations to super readers Eleanor and Henry who completed their 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge! If your child is ready to start their own 1,000 Books journey, pick up a welcome packet at the Library or visit grotonp..." (Facebook)
• Bill Memorial Library: "This weekend! When you visit the Fort Griswold Battlefield for the 240th Anniversary of the Battle of Groton Heights, be sure to stop into the library to see Colonel Ledyard's sword in our museum display case. A real piece of history!!" (Facebook)
• City of Groton Government: "Mourning the loss of Connecticut State Trooper Sgt Brian Mohl." (Facebook)
• Bill Memorial Library: "The library will be closed on Monday, September 6 in observance of Labor Day. We will resume our normal hours on Tuesday, September 7 at 10:00 a.m." (Facebook)
• City of Groton Government: "One last concert to end them all. Come on down to Washington Park on Friday, September 3rd to enjoy one of our very favorite bands - The Coyote River Band! They've been postponed twice already this summer but Friday night is looking like..." (Facebook)
• MWR Subase Nlon: "Dealey Center Theater Movie Listings" (Facebook)
• Avery-Copp House: "Announcing Jazz musicians Alex Owen (trumpet)and Ian Frenkel(pianist) will play to a lucky audience at our Garden Party September 12 2021. The event is from 4:00 to 600." (Facebook)
• Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, Groton, CT: "The NMCRS Groton Office and Thrift Shop will be closed Friday, September 3rd & Monday September 6th in observance of Labor Day. The office and thrift shop will resume regular hours on Tuesday, September 6th. While we are closed, if you n..." (Facebook)
• MWR Subase Nlon: "*******️FREE 5K Run/Walk!****** ‍ **️FREE BBQ meal to the first 200 to check in on site! **️FREE T-shirt to the first 200 to cross the finish line!️️ 20th Anniversary 9/11 Remembrance Run Proudly Sponsored..." (Facebook)
• City of Groton Government: "Ledge Light Health District released the latest COVID data for the municipalities. LLHD reports a 2nd consecutive reporting period showing a decrease in the number of new cases in the region. It is imperative that we remain diligent in o..." (Facebook)

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— Richard Kaufman

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