BB Gun Leads To School Lockdown: New London News

Welcome back, New London. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Tuesday, Dec. 14.

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First, today's weather:

Periods of sun. High: 48 Low: 29.

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Here are the top stories in New London today:

1. BB gun at New London middle school leads to lockdown: Bennie Dover Middle School went into lockdown after the report. (theday.com)
2. New London Area Events: See What's Coming Up This Week: Here are the most interesting things to do this week in and around the New London area. (New London Patch)
3. Local Jobs: See Who's Hiring In The New London Area (New London Patch)
4. New London parents address problems with school officials (theday.com)
5. New London Weekly Weather Forecast (New London Patch)

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Today in New London:

• Learn to Use the Foundation Directory Online Grant-Finding Database (4:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Naval Submarine Base New London: "AMERICA'S GAME! Need we say more? #GoNavyBeatArmy https://www.facebook.com/NavyFootball/posts/10159648570686420" (Facebook)
• U.S. Coast Guard Academy: "With finals upon us, do you ever wonder what real-life problems cadets help solve with their capstone projects?! Today's #SundayReading helps to answer that question!" (Facebook)
• Naval Submarine Base New London: "JUST IN CASE YOU MISSED IT! https://www.facebook.com/usfleetforces/posts/276505641190738" (Facebook)
• U.S. Coast Guard Academy Athletics: "United States Coast Guard Academy Wrestling beat rival Johnson & Wales for the first time in 20 years to close out the first semester! #gocgabears" (Facebook)
• Saint Sophia Church: "Wonderful service and amazing Christmas pageant with St Sophias youth!" (Facebook)
• Naval Submarine Base New London: "The U.S. Navy Band getting us in to the holiday spirit! https://fb.watch/9RT5iwsbuv/" (Facebook)
• United States Coast Guard Band: "For those attending or viewing online tomorrow's Coast Guard Band: Holiday Matinée concert, please join us early at 1:30pm for a pre-concert chat led by Assistant Director Jeffrey Spenner. As a reminder, advance ticket reservations are r..." (Facebook)
• New London Police Union: "Toy Drive has started and we already have an awesome turnout." (Facebook)
• RMMS- New London: "LEARN and Griffin Health are hosting a COVID-19 vaccination clinic for 5-to-11-year-olds on Tuesday, December 14th from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. This free, walk-up clinic will be held at The Regional Multicultural Magnet School (in the gym..." (Facebook)
• Coast Guard Academy Lacrosse: "BEARS WORK TOGETHER TO BUST: just saw this great article on USCGC DAUNTLESS - a 210-foot medium endurance cutter homeported in Pensacola, FL - offloading more than $148 million of illegal narcotics at Base Miami Beach earlier this week. ..." (Facebook)
• U.S. Coast Guard Academy Athletics: "After beating Johnson & Wales 24-14 on Friday night, United States Coast Guard Academy Wrestling has been named the CGASPORTS.COM Athletes of the Week, presented by First Command! #gocgabears" (Facebook)
• Connecticut College: "Persephone L. Hall, Executive Director of the Hale Center for Career Development, received a 2021 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Leadership Award from Prospanica Connecticut, the association of Hispanic MBAs and business professionals ..." (Facebook)
• New London Police Union: "The grinch that tried to steal Christmas. " (Facebook)
• Public Library of New London, CT: "Oh no! This penguin has gotten himself all puzzled and needs your help! Draw, color, then break apart and piece together this Popsicle Stick Puzzle as many times as you want! Popsicle Stick Puzzle kits will be available in the Children's..." (Facebook)
• New London Public Schools: "NLPS had an amazing night at the Niantic Light Parade!!! Scientists, Dancers and Future Change Makers!!!" (Facebook)
• Naval Submarine Base New London: "The MNCC is here for you and your family 24/7! #mnccmonday https://www.facebook.com/MyNAVYHR/posts/417923850003256" (Facebook)
• Public Library of New London, CT: "Oh no! This penguin has gotten himself all puzzled and needs your help! Check out our how-to video to put this Popsicle Stick Puzzle penguin back together as many times as you want! Popsicle Stick Puzzle kits will be available in the Chi..." (Facebook)
• Lyman Allyn Art Museum: "There is still time to be a part of Lyman Allyn's collection for local food pantries. Bring a can or shelf stable food item anytime you visit until Dec. 22 and be a part of our season of giving back. " (Facebook)
• Child and Family Agency of Southeastern Connecticut: "Did you know Christmas is only two weeks away?! Each year, CFA staff nominate client families who need a little extra help making their holidays merry...That's where you come in! Agency donors, volunteers, and neighbors come together and..." (Facebook)
• Public Library of New London, CT: "Register for our next Cook-Along with Snap4CT on December 15th and receive a free kit of ingredients to use during our session! Ingredients will be available to pick up during the library's regular business hours on the day of the sessio..." (Facebook)
• Lyman Allyn Art Museum: ""And the road not taken looks real good now. Time flies, messy as the mud on your truck tires. Now, I'm missing your smile." . John Whorf, "Winter by the Sea," 1921, lithographic print of a watercolor painting. 2016.00." (Facebook)
• Spark Makerspace: "Open Sew in Fiber Arts Monday 6pm at Spark Makerspace 7 Union St. New London Come Sew with us. (Suggested donation $5)" (Facebook)
• Higher Edge: "Sending positive vibes to all our college students taking their finals!! #HigherEdge #morethancollegeplanning #collegeaccessforall #toandthrough #almostdone #yougotthis #ontothespringsemester #butfirstwinterbreak" (Facebook)
• Public Library of New London, CT: "If you have a legal question about an upcoming case, you can sign up for an appointment to sit down with a volunteer attorney for 20 minutes! Register for our next Lawyers in Libraries session on December 16th. Call (860)447-1411 ext 5 t..." (Facebook)
• Public Library of New London, CT: "Adopt-a-Book deal of the week: Sponsor any 2 books from the adult collection for just $10. 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: "Join us in our community room for a yoga session with certified instructor Ashley Hanson! We recommend bringing your own mat, towel, and comfortable attire to use during our session. Registration is required. To sign-up, go to https://bi..." (Facebook)
• Naval Submarine Base New London: "Take a look at what MWR is offering! https://www.facebook.com/mwrsubasenlon/posts/276349657866136" (Facebook)
• Charles E. Shain Library: "The $500 award is the College's first prize open to all students (except those doing honors theses) specifically created to honor excellence in the library research process. Please keep this opportunity in mind as you work towards comple..." (Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Alewife Cove: "Hi, just moved to Waterford! - Does anyone know of any compost services or areas to bring compost? Hoping to compost my food scraps :) Thanks!" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Broad - Hempstead: "Hi, I'm looking for a handy man for small house projects. - Thanks" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Lower New London: "Just walking down Pequot Ave. - Remember to go outside with your pets." (Nextdoor)

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— Chris Rhatigan

About me: Chris Rhatigan is a freelance writer and editor.