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🌱 Patch AM: How did Simsbury finally break through against powerhouse Bloomfield?

Spotted on the Simsbury calendar: 11 Days: The Story of Operation Pineapple Express

Saturday October 3rd Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Coffee in hand, Simsbury? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How did Simsbury finally break through against powerhouse Bloomfield?
  • Which Simsbury restaurant is up for a top statewide service award?

Also on today's calendar: 11 Days: The Story of Operation Pineapple Express and 11 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Turning sunny; less humid, with a high of 71 and low of 44 degrees.
  • Sunday: Mainly cloudy, temps: high: 65, low: 53.
  • Monday: Breezy with a shower in spots, with a high of 70 and low of 43 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Simsbury runs over Bloomfield for third straight victory, 55-20 (collinsvillepress.com) — Simsbury High's football team thrilled home fans with a 55-20 win over Bloomfield at Holden Field, marking their third straight victory and first over Bloomfield since 2008. Led by Nasir Gouldbourne's 166 rushing yards and three touchdowns, the Trojans set a new scoring mark against the Warhawks and now look ahead to a historic rivalry game at Farmington.
   

• Newington's Casadoro a finalist for CRAZIES (bristolpress.com) — A Simsbury favorite, Millwright's Restaurant, is among five finalists for the Connecticut Restaurant & Hospitality Association's CRAZIES Service Team of the Year award, giving local diners something to cheer about. The statewide honors spotlight standout restaurants and staff, with winners chosen in December through a mix of public voting and industry panel input.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • We will definitely use Ziggy's Lawn service next year for our lawn needs as well as trimming of bushes.
    They are neat, clean, dependable and answer all questions promptly and courteously. (Nextdoor Seminary Road)
  • Connecticut Pest Elimination posted a job opening for CT Pest Control Service Technician in Simsbury. Apply here.
  • Big Y Foods, Inc. posted a job opening for Cake Decorator in Simsbury. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Simsbury here.

🗞 Nearby News

Bloomfield

  • General Electric Secures $47.8M Defense Logistics Agency Contract for J-85 Engine Parts (envzone.com)
  • Governor Lamont Announces State Grants for 50 Projects To Restore and Improve Trails (ct.gov)
  • Cigna Launches $3B Cost-Savings Initiative Focused On AI, Automation (wordandbrown.com)

Avon

  • Avon Residential Sewer Bills Due This Month; Here's When Late Fees Begin (patch.com)

Granby

  • Granby Shelves Solar Canopies, Plans Building Upgrades (patch.com)

Ok Simsbury! 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: "What has a cap but no head?" — A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
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