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Today's riddle: Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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1. Absentee Ballots In Southington, What You Need To Know (patch.com) — Southington voters now have expanded options for casting absentee ballots in the 2026 election, thanks to a state law that no longer requires an excuse. Residents registered in Southington can apply online, by mail, in person, or by phone through the Town Clerk's Office, which urges early submission, especially for paper applications and mailed forms.
2. 'The Christmas House Co.' Among 49 New Southington Businesses Registered In September (patch.com) — Southington saw 49 new business registrations in September, including The Christmas House Co. LLC on Laurelwood Drive, listed under interior design services. The mix ranges from residential landlords and retailers to a bakery, fine arts school, mobile food business, and more, with several newcomers based in Plantsville, Milldale, and Marion.
3. Southington Police Logs: Sept. 15 to Sept. 28, 2026 (patch.com) — Southington residents can now see a detailed list of recent arrests and charges handled by local police between Sept. 15 and Sept. 28, along with upcoming court dates. While all charges remain allegations, the log offers a clear snapshot of recent enforcement activity in town, from DUI and larceny cases to probation violations and traffic offenses.
4. GametimeCT Top 10 Football Poll, Week 5 (Oct. 5): FCIAC takes over with six Top 10 teams (newsbreak.com) — Southington football fans can celebrate as the Blue Knights remain undefeated and hold the No. 5 spot in this week's statewide GametimeCT Top 10 poll. While FCIAC powers dominate the rankings, Southington stands as the CCC's lone representative, keeping pace with perennial contenders like New Canaan, Greenwich, St. Joseph, and Hand.
5. Hundreds of Wren Kitchen customers in Connecticut get relief after sudden bankruptcy (wtnh.com) — Southington homeowners caught in Wren Kitchens' sudden bankruptcy may be eligible for help through Home Depot, which is offering relief to hundreds of Connecticut customers through Oct. 31. If you ordered a Wren kitchen at the Southington Home Depot or another state location and never received everything you paid for, you can still seek assistance via a dedicated email contact.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes?" — So when they come back to port they can just scan-da-navi-an! (Thank you Jessica C. for sending it in!)
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