Voter Guide + Missing Teen: New London News

Welcome back, New London. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Tuesday, Nov. 2.

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First, today's weather:

An afternoon shower in spots. High: 54 Low: 35.

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Here are the top stories in New London today:

1. New London 2021 Elections: Voter Guide: Here's what you need to know concerning the 2021 New London local elections including the candidates, polling places, voting hours and more. (New London Patch)
2. Police search for missing New London teen: Police are asking for the public's help in finding a missing 14-year-0ld. (theday.com)
3. This Week's Upcoming New London Area Events: Looking for something to do this week? Check out these upcoming events in and around New London. (New London Patch)
4. New London's litter problem (theday.com)
5. New London families embrace spirit of Halloween (theday.com)

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Today in New London:

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New London Patch Notebook

• United States Coast Guard Barque EAGLE: "We want to see your best photos of EAGLE under sail! Please submit your photo of EAGLE under sail between now and the 6th of November. Please include appropriate photo credit. We will post your photos and have our followers cast votes th..." (Facebook)
• U.S. Coast Guard Academy: "Happy Halloween from the Coast Guard Academy! Every year the Coast Guard Academy MWR hosts a Trick or Treat opportunity for the families of the CGA community. The Morale, Well Being and Recreation (MWR) Office provides a well-rounded rec..." (Facebook)
• United States Coast Guard Band: "Score study in the time of COVID. Mr. Spenner takes advantage of every spare 15 minutes he can get at work!" (Facebook)
• Connecticut College: "In Professor Chris Steiner's Social Difference and Power (SDP) course, Imagining Otherness, students study representations of race, class, ethnicity, and gender in art and popular culture from the Age of Antiquity to the present. The ..." (Facebook)
• Coast Guard Academy Lacrosse: "'OLD BEAR' EARNS DESIGNATION: just saw this great shot of COAST GUARD ACADEMY MEN'S LACROSSE program 'Old Bear' CAPT Ian Bastek, CGA '97 (Defense/Fairfax, VA/Paul VI) in front of a shiny HC-27J Spartan. Ian was OFFICIALLY designated as a..." (Facebook)
• U.S. Coast Guard Academy Offshore Sailing & Summer Ocean Racing: "This past weekend the Offshore Bears, aboard their Melges 32 Jammy, completed the Mudheads race challenge known as the Mooring Ball Run , a timed circumnavigation of Fishers Island, NY which is sailed between Memorial Day and October 31r..." (Facebook)
• Naval Submarine Base New London: "Keep your home, your family and yourself safe with these simple security tips." (Facebook)
• Naval Submarine Base New London: "Learn about hydraulics https://www.facebook.com/navalunderseamuseum/photos/a.261763228693/10160055091408694/" (Facebook)
• Public Library of New London, CT: "Acorns at the ready? Check out our how-to video to bring your wooden dolls to life! Acorn Hat Wooden Doll Take & Make Kits are available in the Children's Room all week." (Facebook)
• New London Green Party: "ELECTION: TOMORROW Remember, every vote matters in a local election. Help Kris, Keith and Eddie reach the 1500 votes they need to win!" (Facebook)
• Goodwin-Niering Center for the Environment at Connecticut College: "Repost from @conncollege using repost_now_app - Professor Maria Rosa @rosa_marineecology_lab is leading a team of students and volunteers in an effort to build reef balls, hemispheric concrete artificial reefs that will turn Conn's river..." (Facebook)
• The Salvation Army - New London, CT: "***Tomorrow is the last day that we are doing sign-ups and we only have the spots on the sign-up genius that are available. Once those appointments are gone, we can refer you to other local agencies. If you already signed up with us, ple..." (Facebook)
• Child and Family Agency of Southeastern Connecticut: "CFA's Open Access hours allows new clients to initiate care on their own time. We're happy to announce that our in-person appointments are back! Call 860- 437-4550 to learn more. ¿Habla español? ¡Sí, podemos ayudar a las familias de habl..." (Facebook)
• Call The House Man: "Renters Missed Out on $51,500 This Past Year https://rem.ax/3bxKKWu" (Facebook)
• Custom House Maritime Museum: "Museum trends last year. COVID-19! https://aaslh.org/programs/public-history-research-lab/#tab-608a7b503268da89d9c" (Facebook)
• Public Library of New London, CT: "Our Mystery Book Club is returning for a Zoom session with a special guest, author Shari Randall! Shari will lead a discussion of her book, Curses, Boiled Again. Copies of the book are available at the circulation desk at the Public Libr..." (Facebook)
• Public Library of New London, CT: "Join us in our community room for a yoga session with certified instructor Ashley Hanson! We recommend bringing your own mat, towel, and comfortable attire to use during our session. Registration is required. To sign-up, go to https://bi..." (Facebook)
• Goodwin-Niering Center for the Environment at Connecticut College: "Are you ready?! THIS Thursday, our @conncollege All-College Symposium kicks off! Prepare to be completely wowed by our incredible camel herd! " (Facebook)

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