2 Charged In Burglaries: Police + Brownfield Site Grant

Welcome back, Meriden. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Tuesday, Feb. 1.

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First, today's weather:

Cloudy. High: 35 Low: 26.

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Here are the top stories in Meriden today:

1. 2 Charged In String Of Commercial Burglaries In Meriden: Police: Two men are being charged in connection with a string of commercial robberies, according to police. (Meriden Patch)
2. Meriden gets $1.8M grant to clean up brownfield site: Officials are looking for a field across from an old manufacturing mill in Meriden to be developed to attract new residents. (WTNH.com)
3. Meriden Area Events: See What's Coming Up This Week (Meriden Patch)
4. Meriden Jobs: See Who's Hiring In The Area (Meriden Patch)
5. Obituary: Joan B. (Kapitzke) Dyer, 91, formerly of Meriden (Meriden Patch)
6. Meriden councilor advised to abstain from discussion, votes involving employer (Meriden Record-Journal)

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Today in Meriden:

• Flood Control Implementation Agency - City of Meriden Council & Board Meetings (8:00 AM)
• Board of Education Meeting - City of Meriden Council & Board Meetings (6:00 PM)
• Zoning Board of Appeals - City of Meriden Council & Board Meetings (6:30 PM)
• Ice Dye Workshop 2 sessions / evenings Tuesday, February 1st & Thursday, February 3rd 6:30 – 8:00 pm (6:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Meriden Humane Society: "Just before 6am and lots of dedicated volunteers making sure our animals have everything they need! ✅ animals with medical needs sent to foster care ✅ army of cat cleaners and feeders in before dawn ✅ rotating army of dog volunteers thro..." (Facebook)
• Meriden Humane Society: "Remember Martin? He's enjoying his life in foster care! Send him good wishes!" (Facebook)
• Meriden Humane Society: "Sweetheart Senior Alert! Sweet "O" came to us for her owner had passed away. "O", now Ophelia, has been taken well care of her entire life and we are on a mission to get her out of the shelter and back into a loving home. Ophelia would l..." (Facebook)
• Meriden Humane Society: "New pup Bunny, and friends Bailey, Maddie and Montana are loving their snow gear and their time outside! Please consider adoption of these cuties- profiles are on petfinder and adoption applications can be found at www.meridenHumaneSocie..." (Facebook)
• Meriden Humane Society: "It hasn't been an easy start for our boy Mooshu, but he has stayed sweet throughout it all. Today is a new beginning for you. Congratulations to Mooshu and his new Dad! Happy life sweet boy❤️ Also 3 little kittens who had no mittens want..." (Facebook)
• Meriden Humane Society: "**BONDED SISTERS. MUST BE ADOPTED TOGETHER*** Meet our good little witches, Elphaba and Glinda! These ladies were 2 of 6 older kittens of a feral mom. They have been practicing their social skills in a loving foster home and really have ..." (Facebook)
• Meriden Humane Society: "Bailey loves playing ball in any weather!!!" (Facebook)
• Meriden Fire Local 1148: "We offer our most sincere condolences to our brothers from City of New Britain Fire Department and the family and friends of Firefighter" (Facebook)
• Meriden Fire Local 1148: "We're thinking of you Birdie! #teamMadison" (Facebook)
• Our Lady Queen of Angels, Meriden CT: "Welcome to the 8:45 am Mass at Our Lady Queen of Angels Parish." (Facebook)
• Meriden Hills Baptist: "SUN AM 1.30.2022 | Better Together | Pastor Russ Smith Join us as we conclude 2022 Vision Month with a message entitled "Better Together."" (Facebook)
• Kiwanis Club of Meriden: "Tomorrow is the start of our 2-week long "Souper Bowl" city-wide food drive! Visit https://tinyurl.com/KiwanisSou... for a list of the local businesses who are hosting drop off bins and for a list of items that the Meriden Soup Kitch..." (Facebook)
• The Cove Center for Grieving Children: "We're excited to announce this limited music therapy group for male adolescents who have experienced the death of someone significant. If you know of any males (ages 14-19) who would be interested, please email mairead@covect.org as soon..." (Facebook)
• Meriden Hills Baptist: "Congratulations Janae and Josue Rivera! We loved celebrating your coming baby boy with you and your family!" (Facebook)
• Midstate Chamber of Commerce: "OPEN during renovations - check website / FB page for updates and hours!" (Facebook)
• Midstate Chamber of Commerce: "Be the change and help alleviate food insecurity here in the area. You will find a donation box just inside the back entrance of the Birchwood Building-546 South Broad St. Meriden (where the Midstate Chamber is). Easy drop off!" (Facebook)
• Meriden United Lacrosse: "If any former players or current high school players want to be an official. Here is the link to the local training in Cheshire. You can make up to $65 per game. There is a shortage of qualified officials so please sign up. http://www.ct..." (Facebook)
• United Rhythms Dance Studio: "Classes start tonight!! Barre class with Jill! 7-8:00 Zumba Starts Thursday 6-7 / Saturday 10-11:00!" (Facebook)
• Kiwanis Club of Meriden: "Thanks to Solomon, Krupnikoff, & Wyskiel, P.C. for being a drop-off site in this year's Kiwanis Souper Bowl! You can drop off your non-perishable food donations in the blue bin at 636 Broad Street, Meriden, CT 06450 now through February ..." (Facebook)
• Meriden YMCA: "The Y is where student athletes and parents work out together. Come join with your family. Today is the last day of our January membership offer. Call Carmen at (203) 440-0260 or visit our website for details. #meridenymca #healthyfamili..." (Facebook)
• Midstate Chamber of Commerce: "Sharing for our member - this is a FUN WAY to support this wonderful organization" (Facebook)
• Joseph from Nextdoor's Community Team, Nextdoor Connecticut: "Did you know 11,500 people visit the ER each year due to shoveling? - To help keep you safe while shoveling, follow my safety tips below and share your's in the comments. Get prepared: ✅ Dress warmly and in layers ✅ Stay hydrated, dr..." (Nextdoor)
• Joseph from Nextdoor's Community Team, Nextdoor Connecticut: "#Snowcrew Angels needed for Winter Storm - While snowstorms are exciting for many of us, for neighbors who are elder, injured, or have a disability (especially those with fixed incomes), snowstorms can cause a great deal of anxiety and p..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Johnson Ave: "#Apartment for rent #Rent #real estate 1 Bedroom Apartment, Stove and refrigerator included, 2nd floor, $900. - 00 a month, security deposit and 1 month rent, No pets, 203-238-7562 anytime." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Yale Farm - Meriden: "Mens haircuts - Looking for a hair dresser who does mens hair cuts. Not really looking for a barber shop more of a salon." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Paddock Avenue: "I walk my dog 4-5 times a day and I can't tell you how many times we have slipped and I've fallen on icy sidewalks. - It is really appreciated when a homeowner takes the time to make sure nobody falls. It's all of our responsibility, at..." (Nextdoor)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— Chris Rhatigan

About me: Chris Rhatigan is a freelance writer and editor.