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🌱 Patch AM: What federal prosecutors allege about funds tied to Groton housing

Also, don't miss Wild Mushroom Festival on the Groton Patch calendar

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Cheers Groton! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What federal prosecutors allege about funds tied to Groton housing
  • How Groton neighbors are gearing up for this weekend's nor'easter
  • Why Groton hit pause on new data centers—and what's at stake

Also on today's calendar: Wild Mushroom Festival and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Riddle: David's parents have three sons: Snap, Crackle, and what's the name of the third son? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Very windy; rain, with a high of 61 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Sunday: Very windy; rain, temps: high: 66, low: 60.
  • Monday: Rain; breezy in the morning, with a high of 65 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Former Executive Director Of Groton Housing Authority Arrested: Feds (patch.com) — Groton residents relying on public housing are learning that a former executive director of the Groton Housing Authority has been federally indicted on fraud and money laundering charges tied to housing-related funds. Prosecutors allege he misused millions, including directing Groton Housing Authority money toward an unauthorized loan, while he has pleaded not guilty and remains free on bond pending trial.
   

• Groton prepares for Nor'easter (fox61.com) — Groton residents are stocking up on groceries and securing their homes as a nor'easter approaches this weekend, with local food banks and community groups rushing to get supplies out in time. Neighbors describe checking generators, clearing yards, and looking out for seniors and people with disabilities as they brace for possible power outages and downed trees.
   

• Data centers and health. A UConn professor weighs in on the controversy. (courant.com) — Groton has joined several Connecticut towns in halting new data center construction, amid growing worries about air pollution, heavy water use, and nonstop noise. A UConn health economist explains how these facilities can raise energy prices, strain local water supplies, and worsen health disparities, while also outlining cleaner technologies that could make future projects more sustainable.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

New London

  • Lyman Allyn Museum Park Continues Construction (thecollegevoice.org)
  • Gov. Lamont activates Connecticut Emergency Operations Center ahead of nor'easter (wtnh.com)

Mystic

  • Local Event: Mystic Film Festival Opening Night Film! (patch.com)

Ledyard

  • Ledyard Library Commission Approves FY27 Budget, Revises Circulation Policy (patch.com)

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!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: David (Thank you Thomas F. for sending it in!)
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