Man Charged With Trespass: PD + Bond Refinancing To Save $3 Mill.

Welcome back, Meriden. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Tuesday, Feb. 15.

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First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and not as cold. High: 32 Low: 16.

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Here are the top stories in Meriden today:

1. Man Charged With Trespassing, Interfering With Police: PD: A man was charged following a report of a burglary last week. (Meriden Patch)
2. Meriden Bond Refinancing Expected To Save Close To $3 Million: A bond rating firm gave the city high marks for improved financial management. (Meriden Patch)
3. Meriden educator brings lessons on diversity to the classroom (Meriden Record-Journal)
4. 7 things to know this week in Meriden, Wallingford, Southington, Cheshire (Meriden Record-Journal)
5. Plan for 80 apartments in former Meriden factory approved (Meriden Record-Journal)
6. Who's Hiring In The Meriden Area: This Week's Newest Job Openings (Meriden Patch)

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Today in Meriden:

• Cut Off Date for Inland Wetlands and Watercourse Commission (4:30 PM)
• Virtual Economic Development, Housing & Zoning Committee (5:30 PM)
• Board of Education - City of Meriden Council & Board Meetings (6:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Meriden Humane Society: "Meet Stanley! Don't be fooled, he isn't giving you the "Kubrick" stare... Stanley's owners moved and left him behind to run loose in the neighborhood (now he is sporting this new scar on his nose because of it!) Even though he has a ster..." (Facebook)
• Meriden Humane Society: "Bailey Age: 4 Breed: Husky/Pit Mix Size: Large 75-85 lbs Dogs: Yes- with proper introductions Cats: No Kids: 12+ Meet Bailey! This handsome big guy quickly captured the hearts of our entire dog team and has become one of the shelter favo..." (Facebook)
• Meriden Humane Society: "Congratulations to Saffron and her new family! We love when animals don't wait long to find their families!" (Facebook)
• Meriden Humane Society: "Like Cupid's arrow, Blitzen soared into the heart of his new Dad. Congratulations to Blitzen and his new Dad! Happy life sweet boy ❤️" (Facebook)
• Meriden Humane Society: "Well our kitties here at the shelter may want the Bengals to win but our adoptable dogs King and Maddie have a split decision. Who are you routing for?? Join in on the fun with our 50-50 raffle! You have only until 5 o'clock tonight to j..." (Facebook)
• Meriden Humane Society: "Lots of thank you's this week! Thank you to Alexis from Southington. Alexis did a project through South End School sending out flyers requesting donations and wow did she succeed in collecting a ton! Thank you to the South Meriden Method..." (Facebook)
• Meriden Animal Control-Saving Paws: "MISSING IN MERIDEN - POTENTIALLY SEEN RUNNING NEAR THE WOODS ON RT 15! DO NOT CALL OUT TO OR CHASE! Please call the number provided on the flyer immediately with any sightings or info. Please keep and eye out and share!" (Facebook)
• Our Lady Queen of Angels, Meriden CT: "Good morning! Welcome to the 8:45 am Mass at Our Lady Queen of Angels Parish." (Facebook)
• Meriden Hills Baptist: "A lot of hard-working members were putting together the flower arrangements last night. Deliveries are being made to our community today. We love you Meriden!" (Facebook)
• Meriden Hills Baptist: "We hope to see you tomorrow morning at 11 AM. We have plenty of extra flowers and petals to pass out after the service!" (Facebook)
• Meriden Humane Society: "LAST CALL FOR TICKETS!! Bruno a MHS alumni wants the Bengals to win! We are over $1,700 with our 50/50 raffle 😳. That means the winner will take home over $850!! If you have not gotten your tickets you have until 2:00 pm today Www.PayPa..." (Facebook)
• Meriden Historical Society: "As we relocate to our new location we have hired a Director, please meet Mike Zaffino, He brings to the table years of experience in the areas of history and education. His qualities include leadership , organization, and the ability to ..." (Facebook)
• Meriden Hills Baptist: "SUN AM2.13.2022 | The Open Door | Pastor Russ Smith" (Facebook)
• Franco American Club: "Our chili competition is next Saturday 2/19/22. We welcome all patrons who wish to taste & vote on your favorite chili. Currently we have 14 contestants & there is still room for more if you wish to enter. Immediately following our chili..." (Facebook)
• Our Lady Queen of Angels: "The Reception for Deacon Jose Robles is still occurring at 11 am Holy Angels Center. Please join us to wish him well." (Instagram)
• Meriden YMCA: "Here's a delicious looking recipe for the big game tonight. Enjoy! https://www.cookinglight.com/recipes/california-dip" (Facebook)
• Our Lady Queen of Angels, Meriden CT: "The Reception for Deacon Jose Robles is still occurring at 11 am Holy Angels Center. Please join us to wish him well." (Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Paddock Avenue: "Looking for a lost dog. - She is a Aussie Shepherd goes by the name of Daisy. If see her please call 203-623-0931 or 203-623-0709. Thanks" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, NE 150th Ave: "DREAMS - Does anyone know about dreams; their meanings etc? I.have had strange dreams in the past, but today's was a doozy!! Is there such a thing as a " dream expert"?" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Paddock Avenue: "Daisy is lost help bring her home - Please keep sharing. We think she's in the glen between spruce glen stream/route15/barns rd Wallingford updated 3:00 pm" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Columbus: "Missing cat. - Cat has been missing for a week. She is an outdoor cat who was a "neighborhood" cat since before we moved in a few years ago. She's very friendly and it's possible she is in somebody's house right now. She has had kittens ..." (Nextdoor)

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— Chris Rhatigan

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