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🌱 Patch AM: Naugatuck Cemetery Featured On New CT Haunted History Trail Map

And on the Naugatuck Patch calendar - Beginner-Friendly Square Dance Lessons

Tuesday September 22nd Patch AM (Patch graphic)

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In today's newsletter:

  • See why Gunntown Cemetery is now a statewide haunted destination
  • Why was Naugatuck's deputy police chief put on leave Friday?
  • How did Naugatuck's stars power a 51-35 football victory?

Also on today's calendar: Beginner-Friendly Square Dance Lessons and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did one wall say to the other? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 66 and low of 47 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Breezy in the morning, temps: high: 66, low: 45.
  • Thursday: Breezy in the morning, with a high of 66 and low of 48 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Naugatuck Cemetery Featured On New CT Haunted History Trail Map (patch.com) — Naugatuck's historic Gunntown Cemetery has earned a prominent spot on Connecticut's new Haunted History Trail, highlighting its ghost stories, eerie sightings and ties to early settlers. State tourism officials hope the trail will draw visitors to Naugatuck and other communities, blending local history with paranormal lore and encouraging exploration of small businesses and attractions statewide.
   

2. Naugatuck deputy police chief charged with strangulation in Thomaston, records show (ctpost.com) — Naugatuck residents should know that Deputy Police Chief Daniel Norck has been placed on administrative leave after an off-duty arrest in Thomaston on assault and third-degree strangulation charges. The department, which highlighted his long local career and training roles, says it is committed to transparency with the Naugatuck community while Thomaston police handle the investigation.
   

3. Week 2 Connecticut high school football top performers (Sept. 21) (thehour.com) — Naugatuck football fans can celebrate standout performances by Greyhounds Brandon Andoh and Qwentarvous Lee, who combined for huge rushing totals in a 51-35 win over Notre Dame–West Haven. Their efforts are featured among Week 2's top high school football performances from across Connecticut.
   

4. Palm Beach Obituaries-September 21, 2026 (bocaratontribune.com) — Naugatuck readers may remember Jenny "Jean" Beloin, a longtime borough resident who raised her family here and once ran "The Store" in town with her son-in-law. Her obituary, among several Palm Beach notices, recalls her warm community presence, active social life in Florida, and deep devotion to her large family.
   

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  • Theater Review: 'Oh, Mary!' National Tour Debut at The Bushnell —Nancy Sasso Janis Read on Patch
  • Knights of Columbus Trinity Council's Coats for Kids' Program —Nancy Sasso Janis Read on Patch
  • Edwin Douglas Jr. Obituary: Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home, East Haven —Clancy Palumbo Funeral Home and Cremation Service Read on Patch
  • Behind the Scenes at Phantom Fall Fest at Lake Compounce —Nancy Sasso Janis Read on Patch
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    My GF has a business and her commercial dishwasher is making a noise. We suspect it's one of the bearings in the motor. This is an aged Hobart… (Nextdoor E Waterbury Rd)
  • Ametek posted a job opening for Fabrication Stager/Water Spider in Waterbury. Apply here.
  • Chili's Grill & Bar posted a job opening for Food Runner - Waterbury Chili's in Waterbury. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Naugatuck here.

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