Thursday: Humid; a stray morning shower, with a high of 85 and low of 66 degrees.
Friday: Mostly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 78, low: 55.
Saturday: Nice with sunshine, with a high of 76 and low of 65 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• $1.3M In State Funding Approved For Bunnell Track Replacement Project (patch.com) — Stratford is set to get a full replacement of the Bunnell High School track after the State Bond Commission approved $1.3 million in funding. Local leaders say the project will ease the burden on taxpayers while restoring a safe, modern facility for Stratford Public Schools athletes, youth teams, and residents who rely on the town's only track.
• Bridgeport, Stratford's Success Village begins transition back to resident control (ctpost.com) — Stratford households living in the Success Village co-op are beginning a transition back to resident control after a court-appointed receiver stabilized heat, hot water, and major debts. A new advisory board of residents will help plan self-governance, even as the community faces costly steam pipe repairs and an ongoing federal investigation tied to former leadership.
• Paul L. DelPo (newhavenindependent.org) — An 82-year-old Army veteran who spent three decades working at Sikorsky Aircraft in Stratford has died, leaving behind his wife, two sons, and several grandchildren. Remembered for his love of fishing, travel, and family time, he also cherished New England trips and camping, and will be deeply missed by relatives across Naugatuck and Woodbridge.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Heaven Sent Thrift Shop at Stratford United Methodist Church reopens this Thursday, Sept. 10 at 9:30 am —Chris Muller Read on Patch
Stratford United Methodist Church - Rally Day and ASP Sunday Worship September 13, 2026 —Chris Muller Read on Patch
Our Lady of Peace Parish Thrift Shop —Pam B Read on Patch
Arts Alliance of Stratford will be at Art in the Park; Oct 3rd, 10-3pm; Greg Ackley Park; Lordship, Stratford, CT. Across from Our Lady of Peace Church at the intersection of Prospect Dr and Stratford… (Nextdoor Lordship)
Better than ever- As a longtime Lordship resident, I love the shore. After the long weekend I noticed that Russian Beach was cleaned better than ever! Thanks to all!… (Nextdoor Lordship)
TCC Wireless (T-Mobile) posted a job opening for TCC - CT Stratford - PT - Retail Sales Representative in Stratford. Apply here.
MyJobsCorner posted a job opening for Furniture Assembler Jobs: Hiring Immediately! Full Time / Part Time - $18-$47/Hr in Bridgeport. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Stratford here.
🗞 Nearby News
Bridgeport
Penn State DuBois to host Latin Music Night with Rick Reyes on Sept. 16 (psu.edu)
Tree Pruning Services in Bridgeport: A Beginner's Guide to Tree Care (wordpress.com)
Benefits of Removing Dead Branches in Bridgeport, CT (wordpress.com)
Milford
Milford Releases Bulk Waste Pickup Schedule For Fall 2026 (patch.com)
Trumbull
Local Event: REGISTER NOW - FREE Trial Classes - Ages 3-Adult - Rockwell Dance Center in Trumbull (patch.com)
Ok Stratford! 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: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!