🌱 Patch AM: What will a federal probe reveal about Oxford’s massive gas release?

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In today's newsletter:

• What will a federal probe reveal about Oxford's massive gas release?
• Ready to solve spooky riddles for breast cancer awareness in Oxford?

Also on today's calendar: Beginning Bridge lessons and 9 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Sal D.!

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Sunday: An afternoon shower or two, with a high of 62 and low of 53 degrees.
• Monday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 70, low: 42.
• Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 62 and low of 37 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• [2026-10-02] Blumenthal & Himes Urge Federal Agency to Investigate... (senate.gov) — Federal lawmakers are pressing for a full federal investigation into July's massive natural gas release at the Oxford Compressor Station, which jolted Oxford residents awake with jet‑engine‑like noise and little explanation. They're demanding transparency from regulators, clearer communication with neighbors, and concrete steps to prevent another incident that could affect health, safety, and peace of mind in town.
   

• Bosomii to host breast cancer awareness scavenger hunt at Quarry Walk (blogspot.com) — Oxford families can join a Hocus Pocus–themed Breast Cancer Scavenger Hunt at Quarry Walk on October 17, with games, treats, and prizes supporting breast health awareness. For $5, participants follow riddles through local businesses, collect stamps and hidden ghost cutouts, and return completed cards for a chance at grand and special prizes.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Oxford

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★ Featured events ★

Tuesday October 6
• Beginning Bridge lessons →
  Edmond Town Hall, 45 Main St, Newtown
  9:30 am
Saturday October 10
• Oktoberfest: A Fundraiser for Guilford VFW Post 7666 →
  Martin-Bishop Field, 111 Long Hill Rd, Guilford
  12:00 pm

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Other local events

Monday October 5
• Oxford Monday Night "New Beginnings" 6th Anniversary Celebration →
  Immanuel Lutheran Church – Oxford, 25 Great Hill Road, Oxford
  7:30 pm
Wednesday October 7
• Silent Signatures: Chiseled in Stone →
  Seymour Public Library, 46 Church St, Seymour
  6:30 pm
Friday October 9
• Companion Pet Rescue at Quarry Walk, Oxford →
  Quarry Walk, 300 Oxford Road, Oxford
  3:00 pm
Saturday October 10
• 11TH ANNUAL OKTOBERFEST GOLF TOURNAMENT →
  The Golf Club at Oxford Greens, 99 Country Club Drive, Oxford
  12:00 pm
Wednesday October 14
• Free College Admissions & Financial Aid Workshop →
  R.D. Scinto, 1 Corporate Dr, Shelton
  6:15 pm
Saturday October 17
• Seeking Vendors for Craft Fair →
  Oxford Senior Center
  9:00 am
• Breast Cancer Awareness Scavenger Hunt →
  Quarry Walk Oxford, 300 Oxford Rd, Oxford
  2:00 pm
Monday October 19
• Landscape in oils Demo by Frank Bruckman →
  Shelton Parks & Recreation, 41 Church St, Shelton
  11:45 am
Wednesday October 21
• 100 Year Anniversary of Harry Houdini's Death: A Tribute →
  Seymour Public Library, 46 Church St, Seymour
  6:30 pm
Saturday October 24
• Taste Of Poland →
  118 Prospect St, Naugatuck
  9:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• The Seymour Library welcomes the Eastern Connecticut Paranormal Society.
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• PRACTICAL SELF DEFENSE TRAINING CENTER IS MOVING!
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• Ametek posted a job opening for Welder - Manufacturing in Naugatuck. Apply here.
• Family Dollar posted a job opening for Customer Service Associate I in Naugatuck. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Oxford here.

🗞 Nearby News

Seymour

• James D Nickle Sr. (newhavenindependent.org)
• KDG Continues Nationwide Dealer Expansion as More Retailers Join the KDG Family (theoutdoorwire.com)
• Weekly Route 8 Update From The State DOT (newhavenindependent.org)

Naugatuck

• Driver Found Unresponsive Behind Wheel In School Driveway: Naugatuck Police (patch.com)
• Naugatuck Woman Charged With 16 Counts Of Animal Cruelty: Police (patch.com)

Hamden

• Hamden Girls Soccer Team Wins Thriller Over Notre Dame-West Haven: PHOTOS (patch.com)
• Latest New Businesses Registered In Hamden (patch.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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