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🌱 Patch AM: 'Sophisticated And Elegant' Colonial For Sale In Guilford At $1.15 Million

And check out Friends of Blackstone Library Annual Book Sale Sept.18 to Sept.20 on the Guilford Patch calendar

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Greetings Guilford! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Tour this elegant $1.15M colonial tucked away in Guilford
  • See what made the Guilford police blotter this past week
  • What Guilford's $1.77 million property purchase could mean for police

Also on today's calendar: Friends of Blackstone Library Annual Book Sale Sept.18 to Sept.20 and 12 more events.

Today's riddle: What day of the year is trucker's day? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Partly sunny, with a high of 83 and low of 55 degrees.
  • Saturday: Cooler with clouds and sun, temps: high: 68, low: 57.
  • Sunday: Periods of rain, some heavy, with a high of 66 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. 'Sophisticated And Elegant' Colonial For Sale In Guilford At $1.15 Million (patch.com) — Guilford homebuyers can explore a sophisticated 2005 colonial at 9 Inwood Drive, newly listed for $1.15 million. The 3,774-square-foot residence offers four bedrooms, four bathrooms, abundant natural light, and an open-concept layout in a quiet, upscale Guilford neighborhood.
   

2. Guilford Police Blotter: Sept. 10 to Sept. 16, 2026 (patch.com) — Guilford residents can review a recent police blotter covering incidents from September 10 to 16, 2026, including a DUI charge for a 67-year-old local man. Police emphasize that all charges are allegations and that those named are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
   

3. Residents Vote On $1.77 Million Property Purchase In Guilford (patch.com) — Guilford voters have approved spending $1.77 million to buy 370 Church Street, positioning the town for a possible new or renovated police station near the I-95/Route 77 interchange. Officials say the purchase is part of a long-term "land banking" strategy, and any future construction or renovation plan for police facilities will still need separate voter approval.
   

4. Cruisin' Connecticut: Fall in love with fall at Bishop's Orchards in Guilford (wtnh.com) — Bishop's Orchards in Guilford is in full fall mode, with its daily festival running through the end of October and offering pick-your-own fruit, pumpkins, corn maze fun, and treats from the creamery. Generations of local families return each year, and this season's hands-on activities are designed to give kids and adults a peaceful, memory-making day close to home.
   

5. Guilford, CT secures AAA rating for $5 million GO bond sale (tradersunion.com) — Guilford is preparing a $5 million general obligation bond sale around Sept. 22, backed by a reaffirmed AAA rating and Stable Outlook from Fitch. That top-tier credit standing reflects the town's strong tax base and finances, helping keep borrowing costs lower for upcoming capital projects that ultimately shape local services and infrastructure.
   

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  • Hi neighbors!
    The Guilford Fair starts tomorrow. Anyone else going this weekend? I always end up spending way too much on the food. (Nextdoor Long Hill)
  • Hi everybody, D's Lawn & Landscaping is looking to schedule some junk removal jobs ASAP.
    Full garage and home clear outs to small dump runs. Give him a call or text at 203-444-9358 he is offering up to 20% off. Enjoy the week! (Nextdoor Long Hill)
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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: 10-4, good buddy! (Thank you Jean H. for sending it in!)
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