City To Distribute COVID Tests + Vaccination Rates

Welcome back, New London. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Thursday, Dec. 30.

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First, today's weather:

A little afternoon rain. High: 46 Low: 42.

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Here are the top stories today in New London:

1. New London To Distribute COVID-19 At-Home Tests To Residents: The city announced it will distribute 3,510 COVID-19 tests to residents. (New London Patch)
2. New London County COVID-19 vaccine tracker: 74% of people fully vaccinated (Norwich Bulletin)
3. Who's Hiring In New London Area: This Week's Newest Job Openings (New London Patch)
4. New London Weekly Weather Forecast (New London Patch)

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Today in New London:

• Winter Drop-in Art Making (10:00 AM)

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From my notebook:

• U.S. Coast Guard Academy: "From cadets, to faculty and staff, #USCGA's community is filled with individuals bringing their own unique talents and experiences to the table. Today, we'd like to take a moment to recognize an exceptional performer at the Academy. CS2 ..." (Facebook)
• U.S. Coast Guard Academy: "As the corps of cadets prepares to return to campus, Rear Admiral Bill Kelly, Superintendent of the #USCGA, hops on the 1MC to discuss the upcoming spring semester." (Facebook)
• Naval Submarine Base New London: "Seeking a COVID-19 Booster Vaccination? For those eligible patrons, appointments can be conveniently made at the SUBASE Clinic - NMRTU GROTON. Go on-line via the DHA Scheduling Portal or call the Immunization Clinic at 860-694-4811." (Facebook)
• Coast Guard Academy Lacrosse: ""OLD BEAR" TO TAKE COMMAND: just saw that COAST GUARD ACADEMY MEN'S LACROSSE program 'Old Bear' LT Patrick Dreiss, CGA '15 (Midfield/Wantagh, NY/Holy Trinity) is leaving soon to take command of USCGC FREDERICK HATCH - a 154-foot Fast Res..." (Facebook)
• Naval Submarine Base New London: "Beyond attending the required motorcycle training courses, active duty riders are required to wear proper personal protective equipment, whether riding on or off-base. Riders must wear long pants, long-sleeved shirt or jacket, a Departme..." (Facebook)
• U.S. Coast Guard Academy Athletics: "2021 in Review 🔄 This holiday season, let's take a look back at our 2021! (Part 2/3) Wishing everyone happy and healthy holidays and looking forward to the new year ✨ #gocgabears" (Facebook)
• Naval Submarine Base New London: "2021 had been quite the year for our Navy. Check out some highlights from the last 12 month. https://fb.watch/ab1Lf4RAyu/" (Facebook)
• Congregation Beth El, New London, CT: "Our very own Tierney and Cameron Backus were in The Day, front page too! https://www.theday.com/article/20211227/NWS01/211229575" (Facebook)
• Bear Club: "Thank you to all Bear Club donors whose support helped make these moments possible!" (Facebook)
• New London Public Schools: "Please join us at the opening reception of the Annual Whalers-Lancers-Saints Art Exhibit at Hygienic Art featuring artwork from New London Multi-Magnet HS, Waterford HS, and St. Bernard artists. The exhibit will be on display at the Hygi..." (Facebook)
• Lyman Allyn Art Museum: "We just couldn't wait for January to share a bonus #BookoftheMonth, this time by New London's Roderick Martin Cornish! Inspired by a conversation the author had with his then four-year-old son, "We're Really All Just the Same" is a timel..." (Facebook)
• Public Library of New London, CT: "Looking to swing into some good reads with your favorite superheroes? Check out some choice picks of our graphic novels from the Teen Section!" (Facebook)

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You're officially in the loop for today! See you tomorrow morning for your next update.

— Chris Rhatigan

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