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What's up New Milford! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why a massive New Milford battery farm just got shelved
  • How would a new regional trail change getting around New Milford?
  • How this New Milford show tackles dementia with humor and heart

Also on today's calendar: American Genius - New Milford and 9 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Dee B.!

Today's riddle: Where do math teachers go on vacation? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Sun mixing with clouds, with a high of 78 and low of 59 degrees.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 75, low: 49.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 78 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Company will 'not pursue' large battery farm plan in New Milford riverfront neighborhood. Here's why (nhregister.com) — A controversial plan for a large battery energy storage farm in a New Milford riverfront neighborhood has been dropped for the current site, after strong pushback from town leaders and residents. The mayor says the company still holds lease rights but has filed no new applications, while thanking local advocates who raised safety and environmental concerns about the West Aspetuck River area.
   

2. New Regional Trail Network Could Connect 7 Western CT Towns (patch.com) — New Milford could soon be linked by a new regional trail network connecting seven western Connecticut towns, including the New Milford River Trail. Regional planners are seeking public input now, so residents can help shape how these expanded walking and biking routes will serve local recreation, commuting, and connections to neighboring communities.
   

3. 'MOTHER (and me)' coming to Merryall Stage (kentdispatch.org) — A one-woman show about caregiving and dementia is coming to Merryall Center for the Arts in New Milford on Saturday, Sept. 19, followed by a talkback with the Alzheimer's Association. The evening ties into regional Alzheimer's awareness efforts and offers local families a chance to ask questions, share stories, and learn about support resources and fundraising opportunities.
   

4. New Milford mother's 1991 acquittal set precedent for postpartum psychosis defenses in CT (nhregister.com) — A tragic 1989 infant death in New Milford led to a 1991 acquittal that became Connecticut's first recognized postpartum psychosis insanity defense, shaping how similar cases are viewed today. The article revisits the investigation, trial, and later supervision of Dawn March, connecting this local history to current debates over mental health and criminal responsibility.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Have you nominated a Good Neighbor yet?
    Nominations close Monday, September 14th: https://nextdoor.com/gnd National Good Neighbor Day is Monday, September 28th, and this year Nextdoor is… (Nextdoor )
  • Dollar Tree posted a job opening for Customer Service Associate I in New Milford. Apply here.
  • Kohl's posted a job opening for Merchandising Assistant Store Manager in Brookfield. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near New Milford here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Times Square (Thank you Jean K. for sending it in!)
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