Purse Snatchers Caught On Camera: Report + Police Survey

Welcome back, Meriden. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Wednesday, Feb. 2.

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First, today's weather:

Cloudy and milder. High: 42 Low: 34.

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Here are the top stories today in Meriden:

1. Brazen purse snatching theft at Meriden gas station caught on camera, 4 arrested: police: One adult and three teenagers were charged in the incident. (FOX 61)
2. Survey To Gauge Public's Trust In Meriden Police: The survey will gather responses from around 1,000 residents. (Meriden Patch)
3. Real Estate Roundup For Meriden Area (Meriden Patch)
4. Man shot in the arm, has cellphone stolen during incident on Broad Street in Meriden (WTNH.com)
5. Lt. Gov: Meriden brownfield selected for economic potential (Meriden Record-Journal)

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Today in Meriden:

• Hybrid Conservation Commission - City of Meriden Council & Board Meetings (6:00 PM)
• Inland Wetlands and Watercourse Commission (6:30 PM)
• Alcohol Inks Class 1 session / evening Wednesday, February 2nd 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm (6:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Meriden Humane Society: "Bunny Age: 4 years old Breed: American Bulldog Size- Medium 45-55 lbs Everyone please welcome Bunny to MHS! This handsome boy, (yes Bunny is a male 😊), is as sweet and gentle as they come! Bunny loves everyone he meets and greets everyo..." (Facebook)
• Meriden Humane Society: "Our pups could use your help! Super chewers Bailey and King would like to request some super strong kong toys, and our dog volunteers need Martingale collars (Med or Large) and easy walk harnesses to keep everyone safe on their walks. Ea..." (Facebook)
• Kiwanis Club of Meriden: "Thanks to Dawg House Bar & Grill 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 999 Broad Street, Meriden, CT 06450 now thorugh February 11, 2022. #Sou..." (Facebook)
• Meriden Humane Society: "MHS Super Bowl LVI 2022 50/50 Online Fundraiser! The big game is set – Cincinnati Bengals versus the Los Angeles Rams! Are you rooting for Cincinnati to pull off their first SuperBowl win? Will Matt Stafford lead his team to victory in t..." (Facebook)
• Meriden Youth Theatre: "Subtext. By Calvin Klein." (Facebook)
• Meriden YMCA Seals Swim Team: "Congratulations to all our Meriden Middle School Coop swimmers. We had a great season with a amazing ending!You made your coaches proud. We'd like to wish all of our 8th graders good luck with their transition into high school in and out..." (Facebook)
• United Rhythms Dance Studio: "Join Us! HIP HOP DROP IN CLASSES WEDNESDAY's 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm Teen & Adults, ALL LEVELS WELCOMED. UNITED RHYTHMS DANCE STUDIO 30 Powers Drive / Unit 3 Meriden, CT 06451 Contact us @ 860-614-7337 UNITEDRHYTHMS.COM" (Facebook)
• Midstate Chamber of Commerce: "Can you believe that the first month of 2022 is already over? We are still reflecting on all of the WONDERFUL events and company we had in 2021! THANK YOU to all of our members and friends, new and continuing, who either joined our Chamb..." (Facebook)
• Kiwanis Club of Meriden: "Thanks to the Meriden YMCA 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 110 West Main Street, Meriden, CT 06451 now through February 11, 2022. #Soupe..." (Facebook)
• Kiwanis Club of Meriden: "Thanks to Gallery 53 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 53 Colony Street, Meriden, CT 06451 now through February 11. #SouperBowl #KidsNeedK..." (Facebook)
• Meriden YMCA: "Find your fun at Mountain Mist Day Camp! Today is the last day to save $30. Don't miss it! Call us at 203.235.6386 or visit our website. Register online from home." (Facebook)
• The Cove Center for Grieving Children: "They say when one door closes another one opens..... That is true for The Cove too! Yesterday, The Cove Coordinating Office closed after 22 years in Meriden... the Coordinating Office opened a new door in Cheshire! Below are pictures of ..." (Facebook)
• Boys & Girls Club of Meriden: "A Glance into our Robotics Enrichment Programming" (Facebook)
• The Cove Center for Grieving Children: "Happy #tiptuesday and first day of February! We'll let this one speak for itself... #tipoftheday #newmonth #welcomefebruary #choosewordswisely #bekind #healing #hope #selflove #selfcare #thoughtsoftheday #griefjourney" (Facebook)
• Meriden YMCA: "We're looking for individuals who can deliver excellent customer service to our members and guests. Apply now for our Member Service positions. Benefits include a Y membership. Visit our website and apply online. https://www.paycomonline..." (Facebook)
• The Salvation Army - Meriden, CT: "From Thomas D. Ferguson, the first female United States Commander, to our very own Captain LeNissa Rivera, the Newport Rhode Island Corps officer, The Salvation Army has always had diverse voices pave the way over the years. To read Capt..." (Facebook)
• Meriden YMCA: "Help Us Earn Grant Money! The Ion Bank Foundation Community Awards Program gives away $70,000 to local non-profit organizations with each Ion Bank customer eligible to vote for their favorite non-profit organization. Voting has begun for..." (Facebook)

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— Chris Rhatigan

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