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Teen Reported Missing + Door-To-Door Bus Service

Here are all the top news stories in New London along with key events in town.

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Welcome back, New London. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Saturday, Sept. 25.

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First, today's weather:

Partly cloudy throughout the day. High: 75 Low: 64.

Here are the top stories in New London today:

  1. Teen, 16, Missing From New London: A Silver Alert has been issued for a 16-year-old who has been missing from New London since Wednesday. (New London Patch)
  2. Door-to-door bus service coming to New London: The city is preparing to pilot a new Smart Ride system beginning next month. (theday.com)
  3. Rental Arrears On Rise In New London County: Analysis: More than 1 out of every 10 New London County rental households are in arrears as of early August, according to a new analysis. (New London Patch)
  4. Friends find some rest and relaxation in New London (theday.com)
  5. Connecticut College should celebrate its Black luminaries in the arts (theday.com)

Today in New London:

  • Shred-It Day - Public Library of New London (10:00 AM)

New London Patch Notebook

  • United States Coast Guard Band: "The Coast Guard Traditional Jazz Band performed at New Jersey's Sailfest a couple of weeks ago. Thank you to MUC Cedric Mayfield for capturing these pictures of them in action!" (Facebook)
  • United States Coast Guard Barque EAGLE: "Back home in New London! The OCS class 1-22 disembarked and will complete their training before commissioning as officers in the US Coast Guard and NOAA Corps! Photo credit: PA3 Matt Abban #USCG #CGCEAGLE #barqueeagle #gocoastguard #uscg..." (Facebook)
  • U.S. Coast Guard Academy: "Driving a bright orange camaro, sporting the newest #USCGA merchandise, and dual wielding Nikons, Paul Duddy is the Official Unofficial photographer at the Academy. Pduddy pics is both literally and figuratively a lens for the familie..." (Facebook)
  • United States Coast Guard Barque EAGLE: "EAGLE will be open for public tours at City Pier in New London, CT: September 24th until the 30th from 1 p.m to 7 p.m October 1st until the 3rd from 9 a.m to 4 p.m. Masks are required! Photo credit: PA3 Matt Thieme #USCG #CGCEAGLE #barqu..." (Facebook)
  • Coast Guard Academy Lacrosse: "'OLD BEAR' SIGHTING (PENSACOLA): just heard from COAST GUARD ACADEMY MEN'S LACROSSE program 'Old Bears' LTJG Trey Johnson, CGA '19 (Goalie/Millersville, MD/Severn School) and LTJG Michael McCaslin (Defense/Stevensville, MD/Kent Island) -..." (Facebook)
  • Naval Submarine Base New London: "Farewell to an enduring Navy Team New London and SUBASE – A Video Message from Naval Submarine Base New London's 52nd Commanding Officer, Captain Todd Moore." (Facebook)
  • U.S. Coast Guard Academy Athletics: "Volleyball beats Trinity 3-1 #gocgabears" (Facebook)
  • U.S. Coast Guard Academy Alumni Association: "We're rooting for our newest Elite Athlete, John Olbrys '11, who is representing the U.S. today at the World Rowing Beach Sprint Finals in Oeiras, Portugal! Learn more about the competition that runs September 24-27 https://oeirascoastal..." (Facebook)
  • Mitchell College: "President Tracy Espy's podcast on The EdUp Experience is now live! In this podcast, Dr. Espy discusses the very unique value proposition at Mitchell College and what makes Mitchell's education so distinctive. She talks about how college ..." (Facebook)
  • New London Public Schools: "Free COVID Vaccination today at C.B. Jennings International Elementary Magnet School. Please visit!! ALL who are 12 years or older are welcome!" (Facebook)
  • CB Jennings Elementary School: "It was so great seeing our families at open house last night!" (Facebook)
  • Connecticut College: "The teachings of Confucius have exerted tremendous influence on Chinese political and intellectual life for two millennia. Professor of History Sarah A. Queen has been awarded a $199,959 grant from the National Endowment for the Humaniti..." (Facebook)
  • Coast Guard Academy Lacrosse: "BEARS ARE THANKFUL: just saw this great video on the OFFICIAL Coast Guard Academy Facebook page featuring COAST GUARD ACADEMY MEN'S LACROSSE program 'Super Fan' Paul Duddy. I've said it before and I will say it again - I firmly believe t..." (Facebook)
  • Higher Edge: "Thank you Mike DiMauro for shining the light on Mustafa!" (Facebook)
  • New London Homeless Hospitality Center: "A great night in the special New London community spirit to benefit the New London Homeless Hospitality Center. We look forward to seeing you there! Jim Carpenter and Sarah Maclean Dogbite Steve Elci of Steve Elci and Friends Ben and Nan..." (Facebook)
  • Lyman Allyn Art Museum: "Closing EarlyA friendly reminder the Museum will be closing at 2pm today. Last admission at 1pm. Missed us this afternoon? The Lyman Allyn will resume regular business hours tomorrow. Doors open at 10am." (Facebook)
  • Coast Guard Academy MWR: "Foxwoods Drive In is offering a classic this weekend-Beetlejuice! Grab your tickets and enjoy a nostalgic way to watch movies!" (Facebook)
  • U.S. Coast Guard Academy Alumni Association: "Get to know Paul Duddy '71, an Academy staple and the winner of the Alumni Association's Volunteer of the Year Award in 2016. We are so thankful for the hours and hours Paul spends documenting life at CGA! Check out all of Paul's work at..." (Facebook)
  • Connecticut College Athletics: "Next week, Camel teams will compete against each other to determine who is All in to Win! Show your #CamelPride by making a gift to the squad of your choice. Will one team rise to the top? To learn more: https://bit.ly/3zzJYS9" (Facebook)
  • Mitchell College Alumni: "President Tracy Espy's podcast on The EdUp Experience is now live! In this podcast, Dr. Espy discusses the very unique value proposition at Mitchell College and what makes Mitchell's education so distinctive. She talks about how college ..." (Facebook)
  • Thames at Mitchell College: "President Tracy Espy's podcast on The EdUp Experience is now live! In this podcast, Dr. Espy discusses the very unique value proposition at Mitchell College and what makes Mitchell's education so distinctive. She talks about how college ..." (Facebook)
  • Public Library of New London, CT: "Our computers are available for use in the Children's Room! Computers are on a first come, first serve basis, and use is limited to one (1) hour." (Facebook)
  • Public Library of New London, CT: "The Shred-It van will be back at the Public Library of New London's parking lot Tomorrow! Bring your old documents between 10am and 1pm and have them securely shredded and disposed of. No registration is required." (Facebook)
  • U.S. Coast Guard Academy Athletics: "Behind the Lines: The Academy Football Report was at the win over Nichols last week -- Here is this week's episode #gocgabears Coast Guard Academy Football" (Facebook)
  • Custom House Maritime Museum: "https://www.facebook.com/Custo... Visit the MUSEUM SHOP, 1-5 PM Wednesday through Sunday and opening at 10 AM Saturday mornings." (Facebook)
  • New London Public Schools: "Step Up NL wanted to invite you to our upcoming Intro to Undoing Racism workshop. This workshop is on Saturday October 2nd, from 10a-4p (includes 45 min lunch and movement breaks). Please see the flyer for more information. If anyone is ..." (Facebook)
  • New London Green Party: "Important dates to keep in mind!! Head to www.nlgreens.org or our Instagram @newlondongreens to learn about our candidates: Kris Wraight Eddie Long Keith Kimball!!!" (Facebook)
  • Call The House Man: "It's Still a Sellers' Market https://rem.ax/3AH45z9" (Facebook)

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