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🌱 Patch AM: City Of Groton Releases Leaf Pickup Schedule For Fall 2026
Also, don't miss Leprechauns on the Loose @ Bill Memorial Library on the Groton Patch calendar
Good day Groton! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- See when Groton crews will collect your leaves this fall
- How Fitch/Stonington swimmers and Wheeler athletes performed in this week's action.
- Groton teen accused of hitting 147 mph on I-395
Also on today's calendar: Volunteer to Plant Trees and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: How do billboards talk? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Saturday: Sun through high clouds, with a high of 65 and low of 49 degrees.
- Sunday: Some rain in the afternoon, temps: high: 63, low: 58.
- Monday: Some rain in the a.m.; cloudy, with a high of 67 and low of 52 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. City Of Groton Releases Leaf Pickup Schedule For Fall 2026 (patch.com) — Groton residents get a clear schedule for curbside leaf pickup on select Wednesdays from mid-October through early December, with a final collection on December 2. The city outlines exactly how to bag and place leaves, bans plastic bags and grass clippings, and reminds people to keep leaves out of streets to prevent drainage problems, offering a Public Works phone number for questions. 
2. Local Roundup: Wheeler volleyball snaps losing streak (thewesterlysun.com) — High school sports fans in Groton saw the Fitch/Stonington girls swim co-op notch a 90–71 home win over Windsor Locks, with several local swimmers winning key events. The roundup also notes Wheeler volleyball snapping a four-match skid against Plainfield and strong cross-country performances in an ECC meet, giving residents a quick look at how nearby teams are faring.
3. Teen BMW driver busted for going nearly 150 mph — in a 65 mph zone: cops (amedpost.com) — A 19-year-old Groton resident is facing a reckless driving charge after state police say he was caught driving 147 mph on I-395 in Putnam on Wednesday night. Troopers stopped him in Danielson, arrested him, and later released him on bond, with a court appearance set for October 21.
4. September 2026 month in pictures (conncoll.edu) — Students at nearby Connecticut College spent September packed with campus events, from sports victories and a cappella showcases to wellness festivals and field days on Tempel Green. One highlight for locals was the Camels Care wellness festival, where a Groton Town Police K-9 team visited, giving students a chance to meet Chase and connect with a neighboring community department.
📸 Around Groton
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Groton
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★ Featured events ★
- Leprechauns on the Loose @ Bill Memorial Library →
The Bill Memorial Library, 240 Monument Street, Groton
10:00 am
Sunday October 11
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Other local events
- Leprechauns on the Loose →
The Bill Memorial Library, 240 Monument Street, Groton
10:00 am - Indigenous Peoples Day - City Offices Closed →
Groton CT - Indigenous Peoples Day - Office Closed →
295 Meridian Street, Groton - Fabulous Fall Story Time @ The Bill Memorial Library →
Groton CT
10:00 am - Leprechauns on the Loose →
The Bill Memorial Library, 240 Monument Street, Groton
10:00 am - Volunteer to Plant Trees →
Central Avenue Park, Groton
10:00 am - Volunteer to Plant Trees! →
Central Avenue Park, Groton
10:00 am - Rescue Benefit Car Show →
Outer Light Brewing Company, 266 Bridge St, Groton
2:00 pm - Ghosts of Groton Bank →
Avery Copp House Museum, 154 Thames St, Groton
6:00 pm - Paint a Pumpkin at Outer Light →
Outer Light Brewing Company, 266 Bridge St, Groton
1:00 pm - Elsewhere: Music of People, Places, & Stories →
Waterford High School, 20 Rope Ferry Rd, Waterford
2:00 pm
Sunday October 11
Monday October 12
Friday October 16
Saturday October 17
Saturday October 24
Sunday October 25
📣 Groton Shout Outs!
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Since one post just had 5 different reports on it...
I thought I would post a reminder: Frim Nextdoor's Guidelines Should You Post Personal Feelings on Nextdoor? Nextdoor's guidelines and best… (Nextdoor Noank) - Hey 1042 Popquonnonk Rd folks…when is trash pick up?
I just moved in and have a LOT. Thanks in advance!!! (Nextdoor Buddington Rd)
- General Dynamics Electric Boat posted a job opening for Maintenance Machinist - Skilled in Groton. Apply here.
- Domino's Pizza posted a job opening for Customer Service Rep(04050) - 314 Route 12 in Groton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Groton here.
Ok Groton! 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: "How do billboards talk?" — Sign language (Thank you Ellen S. for sending it in!)
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