Stonington's 1st Win In Nearly 3 Years + Latest COVID-19 Numbers

Hello, neighbors! Last night marked a turning point for Stonington football, Stonington's COVID-19 infection rate is no better or worse than it was last week and the King Philip's war reenactment will return to Mystic later this month.

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First, today's weather:

Partly cloudy throughout the day. High: 79 Low: 63.

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Here are the top stories in Stonington-Mystic today:

1. Stonington routs Griswold/Wheeler for first win in 1058 days (theday.com)
2. Stonington Coronavirus Infection Rate Same As Last Week (Stonington-Mystic Patch)
3. The Day - King Philip's War reenactment returns to Mystic - News from southeastern Connecticut (theday.com)
4. Stonington residents warned to stay away from minks (Turn to 10)
5. Part of good health is access to a restroom (theday.com)
6. Ledge Light Health District Reports Covid Outbreaks at a Day Care, Institution of Higher Ed (NBC Connecticut)
7. Jeremy Gavitt Obituary (1989 - 2021) - Mystic, CT (Legacy.com)
8. Cheeseburgers are the classic, American staple, here are 10 places in Eastern Conn. to try (Norwich Bulletin)

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Today in Stonington-Mystic:

• Discovery - Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center (10:00 AM)
• Invasive Plant Management - Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center (10:00 AM)
• Dig Into Nature - Snakes - Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center (10:00 AM)
• Third Annual Stonington Borough Art Walk (10:00 AM)
• Riverfront and City of Groton 5K Foot Pursuit (10:00 AM)
• Insect Catching - Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center (2:00 PM)
• Ocean Commotion Gala 2021 - Mystic Aquarium (6:00 PM)

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Stonington-Mystic Patch Notebook

• Mystic Aquarium: "The veterinarians at Mystic Aquarium utilize therapeutic laser therapy for our African penguins to treat a variety of acute or chronic conditions. Yellow/Silver receives twice-weekly sessions to manage his spinal condition. As you can se..." (Facebook)
• Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center: "Northern Walking Sticks are one of our favorite insects. They are slow moving, wingless and look remarkably like twigs, which allows them to camouflage on trees and bushes. Walking Sticks have a unique adaptation; they can regenerate lim..." (Facebook)
• Mystic Seaport Museum: "~ Picture of the Week ~ View from the Charles W. Morgan. #pictureoftheweek #charleswmorgan #morgan #picoftheweek #instagood #instamood #fridayfeeling#happyweekend" (Facebook)
• stoningtonvineyards: "We are beyond excited to be partnering with @sift_bake_shop for their Guest Chef Dinner this Saturday in celebration of their new cookbook!👨‍🍳📚🥐 Be sure to pre-order Adam Young's Sift Cookbook at the link in our bio!😊" (Instagram)
• Stonington Historical Society: "Bartender Carl Rosen mixes up some drinks behind the bar at the old Seaview Restaurant (17 Hancox Street), later the site of Sea Village Apartments. From the Maurice LaGrua Collection. #stoningtonct #localhistory #southofthecannons #cock..." (Facebook)
• Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce Tourist Information & Welcome Center: "So Good To See You In Mystic! Kelley's Pace is located among the quaint shops of Olde Mistick Village. The store, founded by 1957 Boston Marathon winner John Kelley, has a wide selection of running shoes, apparel, equipment and more. The..." (Facebook)
• Stonington Community Center: "When the garden gives you potatoes…you make French fries! YUM! @stoningtongardenclub #COMOkids #everythinghomegrown #COMOeducation #comochildrensgarden #growwhatyoueat #morethanaftercare #cookingwithkids" (Instagram)
• Stonington Community Center: "Our first School's Out! day is September 29. Kiddos will be exploring the science behind the season and showing off their chef skills in the kitchen - Did someone say apple pie and "COMO-made" ice cream?! #FeedbackFriday #SchoolsOut #COM..." (Instagram)
• Stonington Village Farmers' Market: "Join us outside from 9-12 on Saturday for the market at @thevelvetmill! Stonyledge Farm will have grass-fed beef including bones for broth and steaks to grill, butterfly, split-halves and whole roasting chickens, and woodland-raised pork..." (Facebook)
• Stonington Community Center: "Have you heard a rousing "COMO SOCCER STARS!" cheer coming from the soccer field lately? Our COMO Cubs & Bears have been having so much fun. Be sure to join in on the cheer next time you hear them! Session 2 of soccer starts in October, ..." (Facebook)
• La Grua Center: "Please note that gallery hours for this Sunday, September 19, are cancelled due to a private event taking place in the space." (Instagram)
• The Stonington Free Library: "TODAY! Stonington Free Library is sponsoring a book discussion of Educated by Tara Westover at Stonington Human Services on from 12-1. Call Human Services at 860-535-5015 or email ivyhope@stoningtonfreelibrary.org with any questions." (Facebook)

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