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Today's riddle: Where do math teachers go on vacation? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Wallingford Police Blotter: Aug. 7 Through Aug. 16, 2026 (patch.com) — Wallingford residents can see a detailed rundown of recent police activity, including multiple arrests between Aug. 7 and Aug. 16 on charges ranging from DUI and reckless driving to larceny and weapons offenses. The blotter lists each person's age, hometown, alleged charges, bond amounts, and upcoming court dates, offering a clear snapshot of current public safety concerns in town.
2. 'Unique Property' Hits The Market In Wallingford (patch.com) — House hunters in Wallingford may be intrigued by a Northrop Road property that combines a three-bedroom home with a separate commercial building on 1.75 acres. The listing highlights a peaceful pond, mixed-use zoning, and existing rental income from a month-to-month commercial tenant, offering both residential comfort and investment potential.
3. CT's 1st Proton Therapy Center Opens In Wallingford (patch.com) — A new proton therapy cancer treatment center has opened in Wallingford, giving local patients access to advanced radiation care that can better protect healthy tissue, especially for children. Staffed by Yale New Haven Health and Hartford HealthCare physicians, the Connecticut Proton Center features state-of-the-art treatment and clinical spaces and is expected to serve patients from across the state and region.
4. CT Lottery Cash 5, Play3 winning numbers for Sept. 3, 2026 (norwichbulletin.com) — Wallingford residents holding winning Connecticut Lottery tickets can claim many prizes directly at the CT Lottery Claims Department on Sterling Drive in town, or at local retailers for smaller amounts. The piece lists the Sept. 3 Cash 5, Play3, Play4 and Millionaire for Life numbers, and explains where and how to redeem winnings depending on prize size.
5. Local football teams gearing up for season openers (norwichbulletin.com) — High school football fans will see Wallingford host Killingly on Thursday, Sept. 10, when Sheehan opens its title defense in a Connecticut Football Alliance matchup. The column also previews other early-season games for Norwich Free Academy, Griswold/Wheeler, Thames River and the Valley Panthers, highlighting coaching storylines and tough schedules around eastern Connecticut.
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