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1. Simsbury Moves On Plans For Memorial Pool Splash Pad, Redesign Project (patch.com) — Simsbury leaders are taking the next step toward a possible splash pad and Memorial Pool redesign at Memorial Park, authorizing staff to prepare materials for potential outside funding. While no final design or construction has been approved, the discussion will shape capital budgeting, swimming lesson options, and the long-term future of this key Simsbury recreation facility.
2. Flock cameras face scrutiny from Simsbury residents (nbcconnecticut.com) — Simsbury residents packed a Board of Selectmen meeting to question the town's use of Flock license plate cameras, raising concerns about surveillance, data use, and vendor control. Police Chief Nick Boulter defended the six existing cameras as vital for solving crimes and finding vulnerable people, while officials took no immediate action, leaving the debate over privacy and safety unresolved for Simsbury neighbors.
3. Four goals down? Eight minutes left? No problem for this CT high school team (courant.com) — Simsbury High's field hockey team pulled off a stunning comeback, scoring four goals in just over eight minutes and then winning in overtime to stay undefeated at 8-0. Players and coach Taylor Reynolds say the rally, which avenged last year's painful loss to Granby, proves this Simsbury squad can respond when it's down and compete with top programs statewide.
4. Bear encounters are rising across the United States. Here's why. (inquirer.com) — A well-known Simsbury black bear nicknamed "White Paw" is highlighted as an example of how food-conditioned bears increasingly enter homes and garages, sometimes leading to euthanasia. The broader report explains why bear encounters are rising nationwide and in Connecticut, and urges residents in towns like Simsbury to secure trash, pet food, and bird seed to avoid dangerous habituation.
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