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Portland, Connecticut Patch AM: a 3 min read

Hello Portland! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☀️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Middletown CT Bead Show – Shop Lampwork Beads, Gemstones & Jewelry Supplies | www.beads-mall.com
  • Finex Credit Union's Free Virtual First-Time Homebuyer Webinar at Webinar on Zoom
  • Death over Drafts Portland, CT at Concentric Brewing Company

... and check out 4 more events on the calendar!

Today's riddle: Want to hear a joke about a broken pencil? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Rain and drizzle in the a.m., with a high of 64 and low of 45 degrees.
  • Friday: Pleasant with periods of sun, temps: high: 70, low: 48.
  • Saturday: Cloudy with showers around, with a high of 60 and low of 50 degrees.

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I had a great experience working with Artisan Roofworks.
    The owner was very nice and easy to work with. They did a great job on my roof, and I’m very happy with the results. Highly recommend Artisan… (Nextdoor Middle Haddam Road)
  • TIBCO Software, Inc. posted a job opening for Marine Welder in Portland. Apply here.
  • Hubbell Power Systems, Inc. posted a job opening for CNC Machinist - Mill Turn - 2nd SHIFT in Cromwell. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Portland here.

🗞 Nearby News

Cromwell

  • At least 7 killed in weekend crashes on Connecticut roads, authorities say (middletownpress.com)
  • Sierra Club Connecticut Responds to Enbridge's Project Beacon Pipeline Expansion Proposal (sierraclub.org)
  • NEW BRITAIN Elizabeth "Betty" Rutkauskas, of New Britain, Connecticut, passed (bristolpress.com)

Glastonbury

  • Glastonbury Roundabouts To Get Tree Replacements, Brief Detours Anticipated (patch.com)

Ok Portland! 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!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Nevermind, it has no point. (Thank you Kristi B. for sending it in!)
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