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• Newington To Hold Public Input Session On Town Manager Search (patch.com) — Newington residents are being invited to help shape the search for a new permanent town manager at an in-person public input session on Sept. 29 at Town Hall. Attendees can discuss the qualities and experience they want in Newington's next leader, while those unable to go can share feedback by email, mail, or an upcoming survey.
• Abarno-Hairston big first-half connection leads to Plainville's 21-6 win against Newington (bristolpress.com) — Newington High's football team fell 21-6 at home to Plainville, with the Nor'Easters now looking to rebound on the road against Farmington this Friday night. Plainville's explosive first-half passing attack built a 21-0 lead before Newington's late touchdown. Local fans may want to follow how Newington adjusts after its second straight loss.
• Palm Beach Obituaries-September 26, 2026 (bocaratontribune.com) — Newington readers may wish to note the passing of Deborah (Golden) Doughty, formerly of Newington and most recently of Lake Worth, Florida, at age 77. Her obituary appears alongside several others with ties to the Northeast, reflecting lives that began or passed through Connecticut before settling in Florida and beyond.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "MAN OVERBOARD!" (Thank you M J. for sending it in!)
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