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1. Former Agway Property Sold In North Haven (patch.com) — North Haven readers will see a familiar State Street landmark getting new life, as the former Smithland Supply/Agway Pet & Garden Center has been sold to locally based National Lumber for $1.8 million. The 18,000-square-foot property at 66 State Street expands National Lumber's North Haven footprint and could bring new building-related services to the busy Route 5 commercial corridor near I-91.
2. Man, 74, Sentenced In Sexual Assault Of Minor In North Haven: Officials (patch.com) — A Stratford man has been sentenced for sexually assaulting a young minor in North Haven, receiving a 10-year sentence with five years to serve, plus a decade of probation and sex offender registration. North Haven police originally brought the charges, and prosecutors say the victim's courage in coming forward was recognized in court as the judge noted the wide impact of the crime.
3. North Haven FD demonstrates danger of lithium ion batteries (wtnh.com) — North Haven firefighters just staged a live demonstration to show how quickly damaged or poorly charged lithium-ion batteries can ignite and how hard those fires are to put out. The chief urges residents to use UL-approved chargers, avoid overcharging or covering phones while plugged in, and call the department if any battery-powered device overheats so they can check it safely.
4. $115 — Halloween costs in Connecticut might be frightening. Here's what to know (nhregister.com) — North Haven residents can expect higher Halloween costs this year, but they'll also have a local Spirit Halloween pop-up among several across Connecticut. The story breaks down projected per-person spending, why candy prices remain elevated, and highlights statewide haunted attractions and seasonal events that might tempt your budget throughout October.
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