Juvenile Crashed Stolen Car: Police + Woman Charged In Shooting

Welcome back, Meriden. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Saturday, Feb. 12.

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First, today's weather:

Breezy with clouds and sun. High: 59 Low: 28.

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Here are the top stories in Meriden today:

1. Juvenile Charged With Evading Police, Stolen Car Crash In Meriden: A juvenile is accused of stealing a car and striking another vehicle while attempting to evade police. (Meriden Patch)
2. Woman Charged In Meriden Accidental Shooting: Report: A woman is facing charges that she shot and injured a man accidentally while in a car last month. (Meriden Patch)
3. Meriden Business Sells Winning Lottery Prize (Meriden Patch)
4. Obituary: Rajeshbhai G. Patel, 56, of Meriden (Meriden Patch)
5. Meriden blogger suggests 5 Black-owned businesses to support all year long (Meriden Record-Journal)

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Today in Meriden:

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From my notebook:

• Nextdoor Neighbor, Appliance Repair: "Hello neighbors, l work with cleaning houses and upholstery, if anyone needs these serviço l am available. - Before and after" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Paddock Avenue: "Just spotted a Very large coyote in my back yard. - We've never seen them here before. Carriage Drive in Meriden. Keep your pets in!!" (Nextdoor)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Saturday off right! See you tomorrow morning for another update.

— Chris Rhatigan

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