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Here are all the top news stories in New London along with key events in town.

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Welcome back, New London. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Friday, Dec. 10.

First, today's weather:

Milder with clouds and sun. High: 50 Low: 39.

Here are the top stories today in New London:

  1. This Weekend's Events In New London Area: Looking for something to do this weekend? See the latest upcoming events in and around New London. (New London Patch)
  2. New London Weekend Weather Forecast: What to expect from the weather this weekend in the New London area. (New London Patch)
  3. 3 New New London Area Properties On The Market (New London Patch)
  4. New London Area Pets Up For Adoption: Meet Macy, Chase, Blu & More (New London Patch)
  5. Watch live: Coast Guard at Mitchell men's basketball (theday.com)

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Today in New London:

From my notebook:

  • Mitchell College: "Senior Brian Martin, who has been blind since birth, recognizes the positive impact past teachers who were also blind or visually impaired have had on him. "That got me thinking that I would love working with and helping others like myse..." (Facebook)
  • U.S. Coast Guard Academy Athletics: "U.S. Coast Guard Academy Men's Basketball closed out the first semester with a big road win at Mitchell #gocgabears" (Facebook)
  • Connecticut College Athletics: "Our CHAMPIONSHIP gear will be on sale until December 12! Show your Camel Pride by supporting our NCAA Champions. Click the link below to shop now! Access code: NCAAChamps Shop: https://bit.ly/3y7xAK4" (Facebook)
  • The Williams School: "Sugar, spice & everything nice! Students decorated and enjoyed cookies as a sweet treat this afternoon in the Student Center! Thank you to Mrs. Hannon and Mr. Ladd for making these holiday traditions a memorable part of every year!" (Facebook)
  • Naval Submarine Base New London: "Support of those in need deeply rooted in Local NMCRS Office and Director " (Facebook)
  • U.S. Coast Guard Academy Athletics: "Tune in tonight at 7:30 when U.S. Coast Guard Academy Men's Basketball takes on Mitchell live on GameDay #gocgabears" (Facebook)
  • Coast Guard Academy Lacrosse: "BEARS LOVE TO COMPETE: just saw this photo from the "Officers/Chiefs vs. First Class" flag football game featuring COAST GUARD ACADEMY MEN'S LACROSSE players Cadet 1/c Logan Tobias (Midfield/Commack, NY/Commack); Cadet 1/c Nate Gee (Atta..." (Facebook)
  • Mitchell College: "The lights go up this Friday (7pm), Saturday (7pm) and Sunday (2pm) as the Mitchell College Players present Vietnam 101: The War on Campus. Tickets are available for in person or livestream at mitchell.edu/vietnam "Behind the scenes" ..." (Facebook)
  • U.S. Coast Guard Academy Athletics: "Postgame interview with Coach Jaz after U.S. Coast Guard Academy Men's Basketball 71-63 victory over Mitchell last night! #gocgabears" (Facebook)
  • outCT: "Every identity. Every sibling. We love you! Enjoy your day!" (Facebook)
  • Custom House Maritime Museum: "By Sean D. Elliot Day staff writer s.elliot@theday.com seandelliot Stonington — Visitors were viewing, and taking photos of, the Stonington Lobster Trap Tree inside and out Wednesday evening at Town Dock in Stonington Borough. The tree i..." (Facebook)
  • Public Library of New London, CT: "Join the holiday fun and pick up a Gingerbread House Kit! Submit a photo for a chance to win! (You do not need to participate in the contest to get a kit) Supplies are limited, register for a kit here: https://www.eventkeeper.com/code/ek..." (Facebook)
  • New London Public Schools: "New London Public Schools hosted a family event that was amazing last night. Many of our families enjoyed giveaways, free books, and bikes. We had lessons on Ready Rosie, decorated gingerbread cookies, and families learned how to use hom..." (Facebook)
  • Public Library of New London, CT: "The last 2 Teen nonfiction books are ready to be adopted. Help us continue to give the gift of reading and sponsor a book today. Visit www.plnl.org/aab2021 for a full list of books ready to be sponsored." (Facebook)
  • Public Library of New London, CT: "Create a beautiful evergreen centerpiece for your home with a special take-home kit provided by Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center. Stop by the information desk to pick up your kit. Kits will be available 4pm-6pm. No registration is requi..." (Facebook)
  • FRESH New London: "This Fall we balanced #workshops on #food-systems and #medicine making with field trips that were fun but also challenging. An outing to the ropes course at the Waterford Country School gave our youth an opportunity to develop their #lea..." (Facebook)
  • Naval Submarine Base New London: "With advancement results on the horizon, do you know how your Final Multiple Score (FMS) is computed? Download the FMS Calculator app today to calculate your FMS! https://www.facebook.com/MyNAVYHR/posts/415153133613661" (Facebook)
  • Connecticut College Hockey: "https://gobobcats.com/news/202... STORRS, Conn. – The No. 5/5 Quinnipiac women's ice hockey team downed the UConn Huskies, 3-2, to earn the team's ninth N..." (Facebook)

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— Chris Rhatigan

About me: Chris Rhatigan is a freelance writer and editor. He has previously worked for publications such as The New Haven Register and The Iowa City Press-Citizen.

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