Pets Up For Adoption + Homes On The Market: Meriden News

Welcome back, Meriden. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Friday, Jan. 7.

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First, today's weather:

Windy; morning snow, 1-3". High: 34 Low: 18.

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Here are the top stories today in Meriden:

1. Meriden Area Events Calendar: Check Out What's Happening This Weekend: Looking for something to do? Check out this weekend's top events in Meriden. (Meriden Patch)
2. Meriden: See 5 Nearby Homes On The Market: Look inside the most recently listed properties available now in and near the Meriden area. (Meriden Patch)
3. Adoptable Pets Of The Week In The Meriden Area (Meriden Patch)
4. Obituary: Sharon A. (Grondzik) Cooley, 72; Formerly Of Meriden (Meriden Patch)
5. EDITORIAL: Meriden's Colony Street showing promise (Meriden Record-Journal)

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Today in Meriden:

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From my notebook:

• Meriden Humane Society: "Check out our cover girls!" (Facebook)
• Meriden Fire Local 1148: "Our members are fortunate to have the opportunity to train in this house slated for demolition. Thanks to Killingworth Volunteer Fire Co. for the use of their training prop!" (Facebook)
• Meriden Hills Baptist: "WED PM 1.5.2022 | The Life of Christ Part 1 | Pastor Russ Smith Join us as Pastor Russ hosts Wednesday Night Bible Study discussing the Life of Christ (Matthew Mark Luke and John)" (Facebook)
• Meriden Humane Society: "With the recent increase in coronavirus cases we decided to postpone our event to Thursday, March 10. Hope to see you there!!" (Facebook)
• Our Lady Queen of Angels, Meriden CT: "This is the final weekend the Peace Light of Bethlehem will be at our Parish. Parishioners are invited to come and light a prayer candle from the lantern, before or after Mass. We thank the Knights of Columbus for bringing this Peace Lig..." (Facebook)
• The Cove Center for Grieving Children: "As many of us set intentions for the new year, remember that the best time to start is now! Set clear, intentional goals and take small steps each day to achieve them. What are some of your goals for this new year?! Tell us below👇👇 #ne..." (Facebook)
• Casa Boricua De Meriden Inc.: "¡Feliz Día de Reyes a todos! Happy Three Kings Day to everyone!" (Facebook)
• Meriden United Lacrosse: "Please wear a mask, your own water, stick and gloves. Some sticks and gloves will be available to borrow as well. This Saturday!" (Facebook)
• Meriden YMCA: "Here are some tips from Carrie and Annie O. to start your healthy new year. Call Carrie at (203) 440-1925 to learn about our 60 Day Fab and Fit Challenge. http://ow.ly/kFvB50HnHFk #meridenymca #wednesdaywellness #healthyliving" (Facebook)
• Our Lady Queen of Angels, Meriden CT: "Confession and Adoration will now be every Monday from 6 - 7 pm at Holy Angels." (Facebook)
• Our Lady Queen of Angels: "This is the final weekend the Peace Light of Bethlehem will be at our Parish. Parishioners are invited to come and light a prayer candle from the lantern, before or after Mass. We thank the Knights of Columbus for bringing this Peace Lig..." (Instagram)
• Our Lady Queen of Angels: "Confession and Adoration will now be every Monday from 6 - 7 pm at Holy Angels." (Instagram)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday! I'll see you soon.

— Chris Rhatigan

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