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Hello Guilford! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How upcoming Route 1 overnight lane closures could affect your Guilford commute.
  • How did Guilford's defense dominate Amity in the season opener?

Also on today's calendar: Madison and Guilford Democratic Town Committees to Host Joint "Meet the Candidates" Event at Histor and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why are crows so alert and curious? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Humid with rain, some heavy, with a high of 78 and low of 67 degrees.
  • Monday: Lots of sun; nice, less humid, temps: high: 77, low: 53.
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 73 and low of 57 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Milling and Resurfacing Route 1 in Guilford (ct.gov) — Expect overnight lane closures on Route 1 in Guilford from York Street to the Madison line while CTDOT mills and resurfaces a 2.63‑mile stretch between September 21 and October 9. Work will run 7 p.m. to 5 a.m., Sunday nights through Friday mornings, with traffic control guiding drivers and possible schedule changes if weather interferes.
   

• Guilford's defense shuts down Amity in season-opening win (nhregister.com) — Guilford High's football team opened its season with a strong 21–7 home win over Amity, powered by a stingy defense and big plays from junior back Shane Connelly and sophomore quarterback Ryan Lynch. The Grizzlies built a 21‑0 halftime lead at Kavanaugh Field, highlighted by a defensive touchdown from Chase Hall, and held Amity to limited yardage until late in the game.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

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🗞 Nearby News

Madison

  • Madison honors local heroes lost on 9/11 (wtnh.com)
  • Daniel Hand eyes third state title in four years as new season begins (wfsb.com)

North Branford

Branford

  • Meriden Run Club helps carry flags to Ground Zero (wtnh.com)
  • 2 Connecticut fallen first responder families honored with mortgage-free homes on anniversary of 9/11 (wtnh.com)
  • Fazio, Lamont trade blame for tolerating corruption in Hartford, D.C. (courant.com)

Ok Guilford! 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: They start each day with a cup of caw-fee. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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