$5.2M Plan Finalized By Finance Board + How To Improve Exit 90?

Hello, people of Stonington-Mystic! Today, Stonington's $5.2 million COVID-19 relief plan moves forward, officials are seeking feedback on how to improve Exit 90, and much more.

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First, today's weather:

Rain in the afternoon. High: 74 Low: 65.

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Here are the top stories in Stonington-Mystic today:

1. Stonington finance board finalizes plan to spend $5.2 million in COVID relief funds (theday.com)
2. How can Exit 90 in Mystic be made more welcoming? (theday.com)
3. Gorgeous 5-Bedroom Colonial Now Available in Stonington (Stonington-Mystic Patch)
4. Stonington Police Mink Warning (NBC Connecticut)
5. Mystic Film Fest announces selected movies - News from southeastern Connecticut (theday.com)
6. The Day - High school football / Week 2 capsules - News from southeastern Connecticut (theday.com)
7. PHOTOS: High-powered harvester mowing down corn at Beriah Lewis Farm (The Westerly Sun)
8. Mosquitoes at Wyassup Lake, Bell Cedar Swamp test positive for West Nile Virus (The Westerly Sun)

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Today in Stonington-Mystic:

• Opening reception (4:00 PM)
• Spirit Day - Wear NEON - Deans Mill School (12:00 AM)
• 19th Annual Golf Tournament at Lake of Isles (8:00 AM)
• Avalonia's Perry Preserve - Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center (9:00 AM)
• Chickadees - Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center (9:30 AM)
• Human Services Book Discussion - Stonington Free Library (12:00 PM)
• From the Vault: In Sickness and In Health (6:00 PM)

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Stonington-Mystic Patch Notebook

• Mystic Aquarium: "Acupuncture isn't just for humans; it's for penguins too! A handful of the African penguins that call Mystic Aquarium home receive acupuncture treatments that help with medical issues, including spinal conditions. In addition to providin..." (Facebook)
• Mystic Aquarium: "We are live in the Mystic Aquarium Laboratory with Dr. Laura Thompson. Learn about our research about cyanide in fishes." (Facebook)
• stoningtonvineyards: "⚠️Last day to purchase Harvest Festival tickets in advance is Friday, September 17th at noon! ⚠️⁠ ⁠ Don't miss out on the fun this Saturday and Sunday! Enjoy live bands 🎶 delicious food trucks 🍕 & local artisans. Tap to view all the ve..." (Instagram)
• Dog Watch Cafe: "We think fall is the best season for many reasons, one of them being the best sunsets! Our outdoor dining isn't going away anytime soon so come enjoy a glass of vino on the dock and watch the sun go down 🌅 🍷🍽🐾" (Instagram)
• Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center: "We are honored to be chosen as Best Summer Camp in The Day's Best of Readers' Choice Awards! Thank you to all those that voted! Summer Nature Camp provides children with outdoor fun and adventure, allowing them to relax and unwind in nat..." (Facebook)
• Dog Watch Cafe: "Get your tickets for the Paddle Ball now! Should be a fun event with some tasty food by @dogwatchcatering 🏓🍹🍗🍾" (Instagram)
• Mystic Seaport Museum: "Join us tomorrow from 10-4 as Tom Lauria demonstrates various model ship building techniques on the Benet Deck. Learn the importance of scale fidelity in creating a model that gives the viewer a compelling impression of an actual vessel!..." (Facebook)
• The Stonington Free Library: "Oh Pigeon! Let's hope he took a bath first!" (Facebook)
• Mystic & Noank Library: "Not sure who My Dear Aunt Sally is, or why you should "Please Excuse" her? Can't tell your scalenes from your isosceles? Getting lost while trying to find x? Well, help is here! On Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons from 2:30 PM ..." (Facebook)
• Stonington Community Center: "The fun begins next Saturday Sept. 25th at The Paddle Ball! Our signature cocktail will be Dog Watch "Paddle" Punch, a local favorite. Can't wait to see you there!!Tickets available at link in bio~ @dogwatchcatering" (Instagram)
• Mystic & Noank Library: "Lots of grab & go bags ready to be picked up at the Library! Our newest bag is Paint Your Own Landscape." (Facebook)
• Mystic & Noank Library: "Join us tonight at 6 PM for our very first Film Discussion Group! This group will meet the third Thursday of the month. Watch the film selection for the month before meeting, and then regroup to discuss the film's major themes, genre, st..." (Facebook)
• Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce Tourist Information & Welcome Center: "So Good To See You In Mystic! Founded in 2008, La Grua Center is a nonprofit cultural center located in Stonington Borough. Open for gallery hours on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday 1-4PM with the mission to engage community through arts an..." (Facebook)

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— Anna Bybee-Schier

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