Woman Assaulted By Man She Met Online + Houses For Sale

Welcome back, Meriden. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Thursday, Feb. 17.

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First, today's weather:

Variable clouds; breezy, mild. High: 57 Low: 54.

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Here are the top stories in Meriden today:

1. Police: Meriden woman assaulted by man she met online: A man was charged in connection with the November assault. (WFSB)
2. 3 Meriden Area Open Houses To Check Out: See a few of the properties now on the market near you. (Meriden Patch)
3. Meriden man faces gun charges (Meriden Record-Journal)
4. Deadline Looming For Bohdan Kolinsky Sports Media Scholarship (Meriden Patch)

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Today in Meriden:

• Virtual Transit & Parking Commission (6:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Meriden Animal Control-Saving Paws: "**ADOPTION ALERT!** Our handsome meatball Ludo has been adopted! He went from running around loose on the streets, to a wonderful home with young couple who instantly fell in love with him! 💕 Good luck Ludo!" (Facebook)
• Meriden Humane Society: "Maddie Age: 7 years old Breed: Black Labrador Mix Size- Medium 50-70 lbs. Cats: No Dogs: No Kids: No Meet Miss Maddie! This beautiful girl is as sweet as can be! Maddie does a happy dance when she gets excited to see her people and loves..." (Facebook)
• Diabetes Care and Education Specialists of Connecticut: "Excited to share our fbook name change from CADE to Diabetes Care and Education Specialists of Connecticut. Enjoy these photos from pre-pandemic 2019." (Facebook)
• The Cove Center for Grieving Children: "To those who still get up each day, you have a reason to be proud. Recognize your strength each day you get up without your loved one here. #griefjourney #meaningmaking #griefstages #childrensgriefawareness #griefawareness #griefsupport ..." (Facebook)
• Midstate Chamber of Commerce: "Congratulations from your pals at the chamber! Justin Mitchell" (Facebook)
• Women and Families Center: "During the month of January, New England Brewing Company in conjunction with the Greater New Haven St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee and Women and Families Center (WFC) ran the Fuzzy for a Cause Campaign. Restaurants in New Haven collec..." (Facebook)
• Meriden YMCA Seals Swim Team: "Who is ready for a chance to win a BRAND NEW Xbox Series S! It's $5 per chance and we will spin our wheel LIVE on Sunday, February 20th @ 6:00 p.m. To enter, go to the Seals Swim Team Facebook page to see the post. Please put your name i..." (Facebook)
• The Salvation Army - Meriden, CT: "Love beyond Valentine's Day. Even after the holiday, The Salvation Army is still here to share the love. Help #SalArmyLoveBeyond by donating at https://salarmy.us/3BuSBA7" (Facebook)
• Meriden YMCA: "If you want to stay full and have long-lasting energy, steel-cut oats are the way to go. That's because they're full of iron, magnesium, and B vitamins. Try them with Maple, Pear & Pecans. #meridenymca #nbbymca #wellnesswednesday https:/..." (Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Myrtle St: "Spring is approaching we are looking for new clients that want to take their lawn to the next level operating with 12 years of experience please email,text,or call me if you have a lawn project in mind or just want your property maintain..." (Nextdoor)

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— Chris Rhatigan

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