Morning Meriden! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
Undercover Meriden sting nabs man seeking to exploit a child
See inside this updated, move-in-ready Church Hill Chase home
See where Platt's Jason Bruenn ranks among Connecticut's coaching legends.
Also on today's calendar: Tim Eriksen & Peter Irvine and 19 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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Wednesday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 81 and low of 67 degrees.
Thursday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, temps: high: 83, low: 58.
Friday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 78 and low of 50 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Man Planned To Meet With 13-Year-Old, Gets Arrested In Undercover Operation: Meriden PD (patch.com) — Meriden residents are learning more about a recent undercover police operation in which officers say a 53-year-old man arranged to meet someone he believed was a 13-year-old girl for sexual activity. Meriden police arrested him when he arrived at the meeting spot and emphasized their ongoing commitment to proactive investigations that protect local children and families from exploitation.
• 'Move-In-Ready' Home Hits The Market In Meriden (patch.com) — House hunters in Meriden may be interested in a newly listed, move-in-ready home on Church Hill Chase offering over 2,200 square feet, three bedrooms, and three baths. Priced at $469,900, the property features a finished basement, fresh paint, recessed lighting, and updated ceramic-tiled kitchen and bathrooms.
• A look at Connecticut's longest-tenured active football coaches as Lou Marinelli nears 400 wins (darientimes.com) — Meriden football fans will recognize Platt's Jason Bruenn on this statewide list of Connecticut's longest-serving high school coaches, now entering his 19th season with the Panthers. The feature tracks his 112 wins, playoff trips, and 100th victory alongside other veteran coaches, underscoring the stability and tradition he's brought to Platt's program.
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🗞 Nearby News
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Cheshire
Two new elementary schools welcome Cheshire students for the first day of school (wfsb.com)
Southington
Southington Schools Name New Alternative HS Director (patch.com)
Ok Meriden! 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: So he wouldn't get caught red handed. (Thank you Vicki B. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!