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🌱 Patch AM: Connecticut Labor Department Releases July 2026 Unemployment Numbers — See How Tolland Stacks Up

Also check out Meditation: The Secret to Living a Joy Filled Life on the Tolland Patch calendar

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Good morning to you Tolland! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • See how Tolland's July jobless rate compares to Connecticut
  • Crandall Park courts transformed into a true Tolland practice hub
  • Tolland-based troopers detail how $55,000 allegedly vanished from Hebron nonprofit

Also on today's calendar: Meditation: The Secret to Living a Joy Filled Life and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Where do math teachers go on vacation? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Some sun with a shower or two, with a high of 76 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 74, low: 51.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and beautiful, with a high of 79 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Connecticut Labor Department Releases July 2026 Unemployment Numbers — See How Tolland Stacks Up (patch.com) — Tolland residents can see how the town's job market compares to the rest of Connecticut, with July 2026 unemployment figures showing Tolland running more than a full point better than the statewide rate. The report breaks down the local labor force, employment, and unemployment totals, helping residents understand how many neighbors are working and how many are still looking for jobs.
   

• New Crandall Court Complex In Tolland More Than Just Some Hoops — It's A Practice Facility (patch.com) — Tolland hoop fans now have a refreshed practice destination at Crandall Park, where the main court sports a new surface in Tolland High School colors and upgraded lighting. A side hoop gives players space to keep warm or work on skills like free throws while waiting for games, turning the area into a true practice facility.
   

• Former accountant at Hebron nonprofit accused of embezzling over $50K (wtnh.com) — State police based in Tolland have charged a former accountant at Hebron's AHM Family and Youth Services with allegedly embezzling more than $50,000 over roughly a year. Investigators say tuition and program funds meant for local families were diverted into her personal account and spent largely on retail purchases, following an internal review that uncovered discrepancies.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Have you nominated a Good Neighbor yet?
    Nominations close Monday, September 14th: https://nextdoor.com/gnd National Good Neighbor Day is Monday, September 28th, and this year Nextdoor is… (Nextdoor )
  • Still going!
    I'm 52 today and I'm all wrapped up but I'm holding on. (Nextdoor Tolland Ct)
  • Big Y posted a job opening for Custodian in Tolland. Apply here.
  • YMCA of Greater Hartford posted a job opening for Personal Trainer in Ellington. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Tolland here.

🗞 Nearby News

Ellington

  • Ellington Bookkeeper Admits Stealing $750K From CT Law Firm, Could Serve Decades In Prison (dailyvoice.com)

Vernon

  • Road Milling And Paving projects On Tap For 4 Areas Of Vernon (patch.com)
  • Cell Phone Stop Turns Into Drug Arrest In Vernon (patch.com)
  • Nearly 100 drivers in Vernon may have illegally passed school buses during first 3 days of new program (fox61.com)

Storrs

  • UConn Launches New Centralized Hub For 'Reporting Concerns' (patch.com)

Ok Tolland! 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: Times Square (Thank you Jean K. for sending it in!)
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