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Also on today's calendar: Oktoberfest: A Fundraiser for Guilford VFW Post 7666 and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Naugatuck Planning Commission To Hold Public Hearing During Upcoming Meeting: Agenda (patch.com) — Naugatuck residents have a chance to weigh in as the Planning Commission continues a public hearing on an 11-lot Field Street subdivision and reviews several major development referrals, including a public utility operations center and a Phase III mixed-use project. The meeting, held both in person at Town Hall and virtually, also allows public comments by email submitted at least 24 hours in advance.
2. Where To Pick Pumpkins Near Naugatuck This Fall — And How To Carve Them (patch.com) — Families in Naugatuck can dive into fall by visiting nearby pumpkin patches like Sunset Farm, Barden Farm, Castle Hill Farm and others that offer hayrides, corn mazes and seasonal fun. The piece also walks readers through practical, step-by-step tips for choosing and carving a sturdy jack-o'-lantern to brighten local porches for Halloween.
3. Naugatuck Receives State Grant For River Greenway Trail Project (patch.com) — Naugatuck residents can look forward to a new phase of the Naugatuck River Greenway, as the town secures a $400,000 state grant for planning and design of a connector to Waterbury. The funding, part of a broader $10.5 million statewide trail investment, aims to improve recreation access, boost local economies, and enhance healthy outdoor options for the community.
4. Puppy's death leads to rescue of 16 dogs, animal cruelty charges against Naugatuck woman (news12.com) — A Naugatuck woman faces 16 charges after animal control officers found a critically ill puppy that had to be euthanized and 16 other dogs living without food, water, or sanitary conditions. Police also accuse her of posting a fake sexual-services ad targeting an officer and note she had an outstanding DUI warrant, with bond set above $100,000.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes?" — So when they come back to port they can just scan-da-navi-an! (Thank you Jessica C. for sending it in!)
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