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Today's riddle: Why should you never iron a 4-leaf colver? 🤔 (Answer below!)
• Simsbury Moves On Plans For Memorial Pool Splash Pad, Redesign Project (patch.com) — Simsbury officials are advancing planning for a possible splash pad and full redesign of Memorial Pool at Memorial Park, but haven't committed to construction or a grant application yet. The Board of Selectmen instead authorized staff to prepare funding materials, as they weigh costs, impacts on swim lessons, and how the project fits into the town's capital plan.
• Your CT fall bucket list: 19 things to do, from leaf peeping to apple picking to state park hikes (ctpublic.org) — Simsbury's Talcott Mountain and Heublein Tower get a special shout-out as one of Connecticut's must-do fall foliage hikes, reminding you that a standout autumn adventure is right in your backyard. The broader guide rounds up apple orchards, state parks, ferries, trains, and spooky-season attractions across the state for easy day trips.
• Top high schools in Connecticut ranked for 2027: LIST (wtnh.com) — Simsbury families can celebrate that Simsbury High School ranked 15th among Connecticut public high schools and Westminster School ranked 12th among private schools in Niche's 2027 ratings. The statewide list weighs academics, culture, resources, and activities, giving local parents another data point when comparing school options across Connecticut.
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