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Hey there, Newtown! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Newtown's late rally fell short against Southington's explosive offense.
  • Newtown attorney sentenced after owing millions in unpaid federal taxes.

Also on today's calendar: Color Your Garden-Flowering Bulbs for Every Season and 13 more events.

Today's riddle: What do an island and the letter "t" have in common? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Cloudy, rain becoming heavier, with a high of 64 and low of 55 degrees.
  • Monday: Breezy in the morning; cloudy, temps: high: 68, low: 51.
  • Tuesday: Rain and drizzle possible, with a high of 63 and low of 47 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Mierzejewski's three first-half touchdowns leads to No. 5 Southington's 42-26 win over Newtown (newbritainherald.com) — Newtown football fans saw the Nighthawks fall 42-26 at home Friday night as Southington's explosive offense built an insurmountable 42-14 halftime lead. Despite a strong second-half push with two touchdown passes from quarterback Jack Colonel, Newtown couldn't close the gap and now looks to regroup after the early-season setback.
   

• Tax Fraud Blotter: Making waves in Hawaii (accountingtoday.com) — A Newtown attorney, Michael Simes, was sentenced to 10 months in prison and ordered to pay nearly $2.9 million in restitution after years of failing to file tax returns and fully pay what he owed. His case appears in a national roundup of recent tax prosecutions that also highlights schemes in Hawaii, Stamford, and several other states.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I'm looking for the hero who stopped his white van, got out, and ran over to jump into an unmanned car that was in drive and going south on Route 7 in Ridgefield around 1:10 pm today.
    The hero put the car in park and surely saved lives. Then he walked back to his van, and said, humbly, "Somebody had to do it." (Nextdoor Newtown)
  • The best furniture repair company /person around!
    Calls right back, AMAZING work, you can't even see his repairs. Fixed my sideboard and piano. Very reasonable, honest. (203) 444-5344. Is based out… (Nextdoor Holcombe Hill)
  • Tractor Supply posted a job opening for Team Member in Newtown. Apply here.
  • Five Guys posted a job opening for Restaurant Crew Member - Hiring at $16.94 + Tips in Newtown. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Newtown here.

🗞 Nearby News

Bethel

  • 2 juveniles arrested after stolen vehicle pursuit in Greenwich (newportdispatch.com)
  • New Milford approves church boardwalk project to help Sherman girl earn coveted Eagle Scout rank (stamfordadvocate.com)

Brookfield

  • Dolly Parton Corn Maze Tribute Spans North America to Benefit Imagination Library (925xtu.com)
  • Reliance Worldwide Corporation acquisition agreement: BN key levels to watch (tradersunion.com)
  • Brookfield Asset Management (NYSE:BAM) Given a $65.00 Price Target at Royal Bank Of Canada (marketbeat.com)

Ok Newtown! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They are both in the middle of water. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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