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🌱 Patch AM: Lifeguards No Longer On Duty At Madison's Beaches
Also, don't miss Calling all Altos, Tenors and Basses to join Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords on the Madison Patch calendar

Hi Madison! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Lifeguards are gone, but beach parking rules still apply
- Madison police solve 2021 vehicle theft with new arrest
Also on today's calendar: Calling all Altos, Tenors and Basses to join Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords and 10 more events.
Today's riddle: What did one strawberry say to the other strawberry? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 80 and low of 62 degrees.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 79, low: 66.
- Thursday: Humid with periods of sun, with a high of 81 and low of 71 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Lifeguards No Longer On Duty At Madison's Beaches (patch.com) — Madison residents heading to the beach this week should know that town lifeguards are now off duty for the season at East Wharf, Surf Club, and the third town beach. Parking passes are still required seven days a week through Labor Day, and can be purchased online, by mail, or in person.
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• Suspect Arrested In Motor Vehicle Theft Case From 2021: Madison Police (patch.com) — Madison residents are learning more about a 2021 motor vehicle theft after police announced the recent arrest of a 23-year-old Waterbury man, credited to ongoing work by the department's Criminal Investigations Division. Madison police emphasized their commitment to pursuing cases regardless of age, while noting the suspect is being held on bail and is presumed innocent pending court proceedings.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Madison
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★ Featured events ★
- Calling all Altos, Tenors and Basses to join Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords →
St Francis of Assisi Church, 10 Elm St, Middletown
6:30 pm - Italian Festival 2026 →
St. George Church, 33 Whitfield St, Guilford
5:00 pm - 44th Annual WICC Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth with $25,000 Grand Prize →
Long Island Sound, - Your CBD Store - CLINTON! $ The Pain-Free & Happy SALE! $ →
Your CBD Store | SUNMED - Clinton, CT, 114 E Main St, Clinton
10:00 am - REGISTER Before we open! →
246 Boston St, Guilford
9:00 am
Tuesday August 25
Friday August 28
Saturday August 29
Monday September 14
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Other local events
- Silk n Sounds →
6:15 pm - Open Sing →
6:15 pm - DHHS Class of 1986 & 1987 Reunion →
Surf Club Park, Madison Beach and Rec, 87 Surf Club Rd, Madison
6:30 pm - The Little Mermaid Jr. Auditions →
The Madison Arts Barn, 8 Campus Dr, Madison
5:00 pm - The Little Mermaid →
The Barn, 8 Campus Dr, Madison
4:00 pm - The Caregiver Support Group Series →
Women & Family Life Center, 96 Fair St, Guilford, CT, 06437
10:00 am - Annual Concert and Dinner Fundraiser at Rettich Preserve →
Rettich Preserve - Madison Land Trust, 249-295 River Rd, Madison
5:00 pm - Dave Parcells Madison Triathlon →
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7:00 am
Tuesday August 25
Saturday August 29
Monday August 31
Tuesday September 1
Saturday September 5
Saturday September 12
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Joseph Avery Sr. (NHPD, ret.) obituary: Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home, East Haven —Clancy Palumbo Funeral Home and Cremation Service Read on Patch
- If anyone has a problem with wasps Franklin is the man to call!
I had a wonderful experience with him. He does great work! Franklin 860 575 3494. (Nextdoor South Madison)
- The Fresh Market posted a job opening for Guest Service Specialist in Guilford. Apply here.
- Prime Communications posted a job opening for Full-Time Retail Sales Consultant - AT&T Authorized Retailer in Clinton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Madison here.
🗞 Nearby News
Clinton
- Clinton's July Employment Data Release, Here's What The Numbers Reveal (patch.com)
Ok Madison! 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: If you weren't so sweet, we wouldn't be in this jam! (Thank you Patti F. for sending it in!)
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