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In today's newsletter:

  • Why some Newington shoppers are ditching bagged lettuce for local farms

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: A couple of afternoon showers, with a high of 83 and low of 59 degrees.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 84, low: 62.
  • Saturday: Not as warm, with a high of 75 and low of 63 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Cyclospora outbreak drives more shoppers to Connecticut farm stands (wfsb.com) — A recent Cyclospora outbreak linked to packaged lettuce has pushed more Connecticut shoppers toward local farm stands, including residents from nearby Newington. One Newington shopper says she now skips bagged lettuce in favor of fresh, local produce, while area farms in Rocky Hill and Berlin report strong lettuce sales and customers picking up extra fruits and vegetables.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

New Britain

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Wethersfield

  • \New York Woman Charged In Wethersfield Bank Fraud Case (patch.com)

West Hartford

  • 'Back-to-School Bash' Slated At Prominent West Hartford Destination (patch.com)

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