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Unemployment Rates + Blood Drives Coming Up: New London News
Here are all the top news stories in New London along with key events in town.
Welcome back, New London. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Saturday, Jan. 15.
First, today's weather:
Frigid with sunshine. High: 18 Low: 6.
Here are the top stories in New London today:
- New London-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: New Data: The New London County unemployment rate improved recently, according to the newest figures. (New London Patch)
- Red Cross Declares 'Blood Crisis'; Where To Donate In New London: Dire blood shortages are forcing doctors in Connecticut to delay blood transfusions for those who need them. (New London Patch)
- U.S. seizes funds from New London home care provider over pay practices (theday.com)
- Fort Trumbull development plan gets green light to start construction (theday.com)
- The Day - New London Landmarks, others earn grant funding - News from southeastern Connecticut (theday.com)
- The Day - A happy passenger in New London - News from southeastern Connecticut (theday.com)
Today in New London:
- Learn Python - A Crash Course (10:00 AM)
From my notebook:
- Public Library of New London, CT: "Great new friends!! Starting in February, Children's Take & Make kits will be available ALL MONTH LONG. We will have 6 kits to choose from, all available to pick up during library hours through the month of February! Check out our websit..." (Facebook)
- Coast Guard Academy Lacrosse: "BEARS ON ICE: just saw another great article on the OFFICIAL Coast Guard Athletics website discussing the Hockey Team and mentioning COAST GUARD ACADEMY MEN'S LACROSSE players Cadet 4/c Kyle Jacobson (Midfield/Waterford, CT/Waterford) an..." (Facebook)
- Custom House Maritime Museum: "New London Maritime Society, too, received a CT Humanities award!" (Facebook)
- Custom House Maritime Museum: "One of our favorite places!" (Facebook)
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You're all caught up for today. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with a new update!
— Chris Rhatigan
About me: Chris Rhatigan is a freelance writer and editor.
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