New London Daily: Home Invasion Charge + Return To Ground Zero

Welcome back, New London. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Saturday, Sept. 11.

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First, today's weather:

Clear throughout the day. High: 77 Low: 69.

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Here are the top stories today in New London:

1. New London Man Charged With Home Invasion, Assault: A city man is facing multiple charges connected with an attack against two people. (New London Patch)
2. New London Public Schools superintendent weighs in on the start of the school year: School started this week, and Superintendent Cynthia Ritchie spoke about how the district is dealing with COVID-19. (WFSB)
3. Maritime heritage in motion (theday.com)
4. A construction worker from New London volunteered on 9/11. Now, he prepares to return to ground zero for the first time. (theday.com)
5. New London's exclusive, unseen waterfront development plan (theday.com)

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Today in New London:

• CT Mritime Heritage Festival 2021 - Studio 33 Offerings (10:00 AM)
• Bobby Christina's Blues Caravan (6:00 PM)

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New London Patch Notebook

• Naval Submarine Base New London: "Fifteen years ago today, USS Texas (SSN 775) was commissioned in Galveston. One year ago last Wednesday, she shifted homeports to SUBASE New London. https://www.facebook.com/SUBLANT/photos/a.126657147351415/5198243056859440/" (Facebook)
• United States Coast Guard Barque EAGLE: "While in Portland, Maine members of the Harvey Gamage came on board for a tour of EAGLE and shared the similarities and differences of their tall ship! #USCG #CGCEAGLE #barqueeagle #gocoastguard #uscgacademy #whyiserve #duty #devotiontod..." (Facebook)
• New London Public Schools: "Great to see some smiling faces at Harbor School New London #FirstWeekofSchool #NLPS #Education #K12 #CT #Connecticut #Elementaryschool #UnitedInExcellence" (Facebook)
• Naval Submarine Base New London: "SUBASE NEW LONDON HONORS ITS CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES 210908-N-ME396-1089 GROTON, Conn. (Sept. 8, 2021) Naval Submarine Base (SUBASE) Commanding Officer Capt. Todd Moore and base civilian employees pose for a photo at North Lake Pavilion. The ..." (Facebook)
• The Williams School: "Those aren't kids in the classrooms!!! Thanks to all of our amazing parents who came out tonight to connect with teachers and experience their student's schedule at Williams!" (Facebook)
• Ledge Light Health District: "LLHD COVID-19 SUMMARY: We are happy to see another reporting period showing a decrease in the number of new cases. It is imperative that we remain diligent in our mitigation strategies. We strongly advise everyone to continue to wear mas..." (Facebook)
• U.S. Coast Guard Academy Athletics: "The women's cross country team opens the season tomorrow at Vassar. Have a look at the season preview. #gocgabears U.S. Coast Guard Academy Cross Country/Track & Field" (Facebook)
• Connecticut College Athletics: "Connecticut College has named Jakob Klaeson as head coach of the men's and women's tennis teams! Click the link below to learn more about our newest Camels coach. #OneCamel https://bit.ly/2X55elQ" (Facebook)
• Coast Guard Academy Lacrosse: "BEARS - "OH THE PLACES YOU'LL GO" - just saw these great photos from Resolute Bay, Nunavut, Canada (look at the map - in the middle of nowhere - above the Arctic Circle) and featuring COAST GUARD ACADEMY MEN'S LACROSSE program 'Old Bear"..." (Facebook)
• Higher Edge: "Visited Windham High School this afternoon to speak at the senior assembly. Bonus: Meeting our WHS CAP students in person!! #HigherEdge #morethancollegeplanning #collegeaccessforall #toandthrough #schoolpartnership #WindhamHighSchool #th..." (Facebook)
• Jepthah #11 Prince Hall Masonic Lodge: "Brother's please help us thank one of Jeptha Lodge members who served in the ArmyPM,Robert W Johnson (SR) who was honored today Veteran Pinning Ceremony he is also one of our oldest members/G\." (Facebook)
• New London Youth Affairs: "We have all missed dancing in person with Miss L'ana and can't wait to dance with her in person on Saturday at 2:30 at the CT Maritime Heritage Festival on City Pier. Of course she will be doing her Peace Like a River song !!!" (Facebook)
• Public Library of New London, CT: "Stay connected with the library with our online events and videos. We have virtual library programs every week! Come check them out!" (Facebook)
• Higher Edge: "Thank you Baruno, Hannaford, Heap, Aurelio & Company for being a sponsor of our golf tournament!! We can't wait to see you on the green!! #HigherEdge #morethancollegeplanning #collegeaccessforall #toandthrough #success #theirsuccessisou..." (Facebook)
• Public Library of New London, CT: "Start streaming movies, great courses, and much more with Kanopy. All you need is your library card and a valid email address. https://plnl.kanopy.com/" (Facebook)
• Public Library of New London, CT: "Need help funding your nonprofit organization? The FDO Professional grant-finding database has returned to the PLNL! Stop in to use this searchable database with more than 200,000 grantmaker profiles, millions of grants, and tools that c..." (Facebook)
• Lyman Allyn Art Museum: "To commemorate the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 tragedy, the Lyman Allyn Art Museum held a gathering for community members this morning in the McCourt 9/11 Memorial Garden on the museum grounds. The ceremony honored all 9/11 victims, inc..." (Facebook)
• Her Campus at Conn College: "Can't wait to meet all the newbies! #hercampusconn #hercampus #connecticutcollege" (Facebook)
• Naval Submarine Base New London: "A little clarification for our female Sailors regarding new grooming regs. https://www.facebook.com/USNavy/posts/10158348975397823" (Facebook)
• Coast Guard Academy MWR: "The Coast Guard Traditional Jazz Band gives a free concert to wrap up their summer concert series. The Coast Guard Band remains committed to representing the men and women of our service and highlighting the talents of our excellent musi..." (Facebook)
• Child and Family Agency of Southeastern Connecticut: "September 10, is World Suicide Prevention Day. On average, there are 130 suicides per day, with an estimated 1.38 Million suicide attempts annually. Today, we remember those affected by suicide, raise awareness, and focus on directing tr..." (Facebook)
• Goodwin-Niering Center for the Environment at Connecticut College: "SOPHOMORES! Our Virtual Open House starts in one hour! Clink link in bio to reach the folder with the Zoom info!" (Facebook)
• Naval Submarine Base New London: "Don't forget! Part of Shark Blvd. will be closed in from 1115 to 1215 for the MWR 9/11 Remembrance Run today. https://www.facebook.com/mwrsubasenlon/posts/10161855021622715" (Facebook)
• The Salvation Army - New London, CT: "We will never forget those who lost their lives during the attacks on 9/11. The Salvation Army of Southern New England was there to serve, and will always be ready to serve those in need. Our prayers are with you." (Facebook)
• Call The House Man: "Home Price Appreciation Is Skyrocketing in 2021. What About 2022? https://rem.ax/3lez2Vb" (Facebook)
• New London Main Street: "Check out the full list of events this weekend." (Facebook)

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