Federal Funding Windfall + Schools Hiring

Welcome back, New London. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Wednesday, Sept. 22.

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First, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy throughout the day. High: 79 Low: 73.

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Here are the top stories today in New London:

1. New London plans for $26 million federal funding windfall: The funding will be split among a variety of initiatives, including $10.4 for disproportionately impacted communities. (theday.com)
2. New London County Government: American Rescue Plan Act Budget Book: See the latest announcement from the New London County Government. (Press Release Desk)
3. New London Schools Hiring For More Than 70 Jobs: The school year has begun and there are still plenty of local school jobs available. (New London Patch)
4. New London Restaurant To Use Robot Servers (New London Patch)
5. DEEP holds forum on climate change in New London and Groton (theday.com)
6. New London Coronavirus Vaccination Rate Improves Slowly (New London Patch)

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Today in New London:

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New London Patch Notebook

• U.S. Coast Guard Academy: "Last night, #USCGA's Spectrum Council celebrated the 10 year anniversary of Don't Ask Don't Tell's repeal! From 1993-2011 thousands of service members were discharged due to this policy. Yesterday, we celebrated the ending of..." (Facebook)
• Naval Submarine Base New London: "210919-N-ME396-1055 GROTON, Conn. (Sep. 19, 2021) Tugboat John P. Wronowski guides USS Montpelier (SSN 765) as it returns to its homeport at Naval Submarine Base (SUBASE) New London following a regularly-scheduled deployment. The Los Ang..." (Facebook)
• U.S. Coast Guard Academy Athletics: "Spencer McMillion is named this week's CGASPORTS.COM Athlete of the Week sponsored by First Command Financial Services #gocgabears Coast Guard Academy Football" (Facebook)
• Mitchell College: "Mitchell College recently welcomed Dr. Christopher Clouet as an assistant professor of education. Clouet will teach educational psychology and early childhood education, including on the topic of parent and family involvement. Superinten..." (Facebook)
• Naval Submarine Base New London: "An experiment for kids: moving water with an Archimedes Screw https://www.facebook.com/navalunderseamuseum/photos/a.261763228693/10159980136643694/" (Facebook)
• New London Homeless Hospitality Center: "Seen in downtown, New London, this morning." (Facebook)
• Coast Guard Academy Lacrosse: "BEARS GET SELECTED: just saw message ALCGOFF 097/21 - SUBJ: RESULTS OF THE AY22 AVIATION CONSOLIDATED POSTGRADUATE/ADVANCED EDUCATION SELECTION PANEL featuring COAST GUARD ACADEMY MEN'S LACROSSE program 'Old Bear' LCDR Matt Delahunty, CG..." (Facebook)
• Public Library of New London, CT: "Join us in celebrating the International Day of Peace tomorrow, September 21st, by learning how to make paper cranes! Crane Take & Make kits are available in the Children's Room. Bring your finished kits back to the library to be stitche..." (Facebook)
• Mitchell College: "Are you an early childhood educator ready to nurture the spirit and curiosity of each child, while building strong relationships with families and children? Are you skilled and passionate about using a nature-based and child-centered a..." (Facebook)
• The Williams School: "Twins, triplets, even octuplets are all over campus today! See our stories for more multiples and some highlights from our knockout basketball competition!" (Facebook)
• Mitchell College: "Congrats to Mitchell College Men's Golf!" (Facebook)
• New London Public Schools: "Community Meals are back!!" (Facebook)
• Connecticut College Athletics: "GAME DAY with a cause! Come out to Freeman Field for Conn College men's soccer Kick Away Cancer game in affiliation with Relay For Life. Endicott 4 PM https://bit.ly/2EBbEPE To Donate: https://bit.ly/3hVIoUW #OneCamel " (Facebook)
• Mitchell College: "Come dance, sing and act with Mitchell College Performing Arts! Auditions continue through the month of September, so there is still plenty of time! Sign up for an audition time at https://forms.office.com/r/gFi... OR contact Jona..." (Facebook)
• Cultural Coalition- Culturesect: "Congrats SAP awardees in eastern CT!" (Facebook)
• FRESH New London: "I can't believe the market season is almost over. You don't want to miss this last block party. The goats will even be there!!! Also, huge shout out to @CulturedAF for partnering with us on this experiment. (And for making these amazing ..." (Facebook)
• RMMS- New London: "Don't forget! Picture day is tomorrow!" (Facebook)
• Flock Theatre: "Join Flock and Guests at the Thames Club on Oct. 16th for a day of Eugene O'Neill in celebration of his 133rd birthday. Featuring a series of talks and performances. Tickets available through the link below: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/..." (Facebook)
• Naval Submarine Base New London: "Take pride in your town! Volunteer for the Groton City Clean Up Day, Oct. 2, at 9:45 a.m. Talk to your COMSERV coordinator to get involved." (Facebook)
• ISAAC - Interdistrict School for Arts and Communication: "https://www.theday.com/local-n... ISAAC's very own Christina Schiano is highlighted in the Day Newspaper as she instructs students in our newly cr..." (Facebook)
• Mitchell College Alumni: "Fall is in the air on the Mitchell College campus! Alumni, please invite fellow alums and save the date for Mariner Day! for Families & Alumni, Saturday, October 16! Check it out and watch for details coming soon... mitchell.edu/mariner-..." (Facebook)
• Mitchell College Alumni: "Are you an early childhood educator ready to nurture the spirit and curiosity of each child, while building strong relationships with families and children? Are you skilled and passionate about using a nature-based and child-centered a..." (Facebook)
• Lyman Allyn Art Museum: "The Lyman Allyn Art Museum is pleased to partner with the Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra for an entertaining afternoon of music. On Sunday September 26th enjoy the sounds of TECSO – the Trombones of the Eastern Connecticut Sympho..." (Facebook)
• Connecticut College Wellbeing and Health Promotion: "Come and get your flu shot outside Student Health Services on Wednesday, September 22nd from 11 am to 3 pm! Be sure to bring a copy of your insurance card and student ID. Clinic provided by Nutmeg Pharmacy in conjunction with Student Hea..." (Facebook)
• Public Library of New London, CT: "We are now offering Take Home Story Time Kits! Each kit comes with a book, a sensory activity, songs to sing, and instructions on how to do a story time at home with your family! Please call the Children's Room at (860) 447-1411 ext.103 ..." (Facebook)
• Public Library of New London, CT: "Stop by the Children's Room to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and see all the fantastic books in our collection!" (Facebook)
• Mitchell College Integrative Career Development: "The Mystic Film Festival needs your help! If you're interested in volunteering at the film festival from October 21 to October 24, please contact Paul Dunn for details." (Facebook)
• Higher Edge: "Thank you Messier, Massad, Burdick & Flynn for being a sponsor of our golf tournament!! We can't wait to see you on the green!! #HigherEdge #morethancollegeplanning #collegeaccessforall #toandthrough #success #theirsuccessisoursuccess #..." (Facebook)
• New London Green Party: "Hi folks! Here are a few important things to remember and share this election season!" (Facebook)
• Cultural Coalition- Culturesect: "Want to know what's going on in the next Resilience Room this Friday at 1pm on zoom? Check it out! Free. UPCOMING RESILIENCE ROOMS September 24, 1:00-2:00pm Topic: Inner critic – Self Critic vs. Self Confidence To register: https://us02w..." (Facebook)

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