Homicide Charges: Police + School Assault: New London News

Welcome back, New London. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Friday, Nov. 12.

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First, today's weather:

Rain. High: 64 Low: 41.

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Here are the top stories in New London today:

1. Man Charged In New London Homicide: Police: A Norwich man has been charged in connection with a fatal assault over the summer. (New London Patch)
2. Norwich man charged with arson in May 11 fire in New London: A man has been charged in connection with a fire that occurred after his infant son was killed by the family dog. (theday.com)
3. Juvenile Charged In Assault On New London School Administrator: A high school student has been charged in an assault on a New London school administrator last month, according to a report. (New London Patch)
4. Oven-On, a small New London bakery, serves some of the finest food in the region (theday.com)
5. New London to host Veterans Day ceremony on Thursday (theday.com)

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Today in New London:

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New London Patch Notebook

• Naval Submarine Base New London: ""...and those who have gone before me..." Happy Veterans Day from SUBASE New London! We honor those who have put on the uniform of their country. We have the watch! 🇺🇸" (Facebook)
• United States Coast Guard Band: "The Band is in Washington, D.C. to perform tomorrow at the National Veteran's Day Observation at Arlington National Cemetery. Here you see us rehearsing with the Joint Forces Chorus. Wishing all of our nation's veterans a very Happy Vete..." (Facebook)
• Naval Submarine Base New London: "Thanking all who have worn the cloth of our Nation. Happy Veterans Day!" (Facebook)
• United States Coast Guard Band: "Growing up, I would occasionally hear stories about my two grandfathers who served in the US Army and Navy during WWII. I admired their courage to protect our nation, and I have always wanted to do something as a tribute to their militar..." (Facebook)
• Naval Submarine Base New London: "211110-N-MQ631-1007 GROTON, Conn. (Nov. 10, 2021) Naval Submarine Base (SUBASE) New London Commanding Officer Capt. Ken Curtin Jr. and others cut a cake to celebrate the United States Marine Corps' birthday in the base Chaplain Center. T..." (Facebook)
• U.S. Coast Guard Academy: "Are you excited about seeing the U.S. Coast Guard Academy and U.S. Coast Guard on ESPN tomorrow? We are! Here's a sneak peek at tomorrow's special airing at 6:30 PM EST!" (Facebook)
• U.S. Coast Guard Academy Athletics: "Tune in to ESPN tonight to watch the SportsCenter special Salute to Service, in honor of Veterans Day, featuring the Coast Guard Academy at 6:30 p.m. EST. The episode will also air on ABC on Sunday Nov. 14 at 1:30 p.m. #gocgabears" (Facebook)
• Naval Submarine Base New London: "Happy birthday to our brothers and sisters in the U.S. Marine Corps! https://www.facebook.com/marines/videos/1063806721034256/" (Facebook)
• Connecticut College: "This morning, the College community gathered for a flag-raising ceremony in honor of Veterans Day. Thank you to all who have served. 🇺🇸" (Facebook)
• Connecticut College Athletics: "BIG time accolades for Conn College men's soccer! Augie Djerdjaj has been named NESCAC Player of the Year! Teammates Steve Yeonas and Jack Kelesoglu have been selected as All-NESCAC First Team and Second Team recipients respectively. The..." (Facebook)
• U.S. Coast Guard Academy Alumni Association: "Feel that U.S. Coast Guard pride! There's two chances to see your USCG represented on #VeteransDay2021: Look for your members of the Corps of Cadets and other CG units in the NYC Veterans Day Parade aired live on WABC and streamed onl..." (Facebook)
• U.S. Coast Guard Academy Alumni Association: ""United in Service, we support our Commander in Chief when he says, "We will…uphold our universal values by working in common cause with our closest allies and partners, and by renewing our own enduring sources of national strength." Eac..." (Facebook)
• Naval Submarine Base New London: "Naval Submarine Base New London, Naval Submarine Support Facility host fire response exercise with regional responders "Our focus throughout has been to change the mindset of submarine crews when it comes to responding to emergencies on ..." (Facebook)
• Coast Guard Academy Lacrosse: "BEARS HONOR SERVICE & SACRIFICE: the COAST GUARD ACADEMY MEN'S LACROSSE program honors all who Served - thank you for your SELFLESS investment in our Nation. #LEGACY #GRIT #FightOn #GreaterPurpose #ThoseThatWoreTheJersey - GO BEARS!!!" (Facebook)
• Connecticut College: "Our students resist the predictable. At Conn, Justin Nwafor '21 achieved a high level of undergraduate research that poised him for publication. #CamelsDefyBoundaries Read Justin's story: https://bit.ly/3bSClwQ" (Facebook)
• Child and Family Agency of Southeastern Connecticut: "Calling all holiday elves! CFA is seeking Polar Express sponsors to help brighten the holiday season. Each sponsor will be matched with a nominated CFA client family and receive a wish list. Sponsor as an individual, business, or a group..." (Facebook)
• Connecticut College Athletics: "for Conn College women's soccer! Mya Johnson and Kat Norton have been named to the All-NESCAC First Team for their outstanding contributions this year. Johnson leads the team with 10 goals and 3 assists. Norton has been named an all-co..." (Facebook)
• New London Homeless Hospitality Center: "If you are or if you love a Veteran who needs help with housing, contact New London Homeless Hospitality Center today. www.nlhhc.org. Happy Veteran's Day." (Facebook)
• Spark Makerspace: "In a Thursday throwback to Spark's past member Drew Wilson displays two of his characters created at Spark in the Fall of 2016. . . . #makerspace #sparkmakerspace #newlondonct #connecticut #CT #make #create #collaborate #throwbackthurday..." (Facebook)
• Child and Family Agency of Southeastern Connecticut: "Today, CFA is honoring all those who served. Happy Veterans Day!" (Facebook)
• Lyman Allyn Art Museum: "We are greatful for all veterans who have and are serving the country. Thank you. 🇺🇸 . Samuel Lovett Waldo (American 1783-1861), The Goddess of Liberty Feeding the Eagle, about 1805, oil on canvas. Gift of Arthur Bingham McCollum in me..." (Facebook)
• Mitchell College Library: "#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth https://indiancountrytoday.com/news/aps%C3%A1alooke-honor-tomb-of-unknown-100-years-later" (Facebook)
• Ledge Light Health District: "Looking forward to having your children fully vaccinated before the December holidays? Our partners at Yale New Haven Health System have a few appointments left for 5-11 year old COVID vaccinations in New London this Friday, Saturday and..." (Facebook)
• Custom House Maritime Museum: "Hooray! Pouring a smooth path in New London Published November 10. 2021 4:37PM By Sean D. Elliot Day staff writer s.elliot@theday.com seandelliot New London — Workers were pouring concrete Wednesday for the new walkway from the Waterfron..." (Facebook)
• Spark Makerspace: "Join us every Thursday @ 6pm for Electronics Night at 7 Union Street. . . . #makerspace #sparkmakerspace #newlondonct #connecticut #CT #make #create #collaborate #7union #electronics #3dprint #coding" (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 November 18th. Call (860)447-1411 ext 5 t..." (Facebook)
• Connecticut College Alumni: "Happy Veterans Day — we thank all who have served for your time, bravery, and sacrifice for this country! 🇺🇸" (Facebook)
• Public Library of New London, CT: "Stop by New London Senior Center today at 3pm to take part in a Veteran's Day Celebration!" (Facebook)
• Call The House Man: "What's Happening with Home Prices? https://rem.ax/3DaG0C4" (Facebook)
• Radio Mitchell: "Have a safe Veterans Day and happy Veterans Day. As we remember 40 million troops that died in World War One. To keep everyone safe." (Facebook)

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