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Also on today's calendar: Wallingford Senior Center Tag Sale and 9 more events.
And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Patricia D.!
Today's riddle: What did the tractor say to the plow? 🤔 (Answer below!)
• Wallingford Police Blotter: Aug. 17 Through Aug. 25, 2026 (patch.com) — Wallingford residents can see a detailed rundown of recent police activity between Aug. 17 and Aug. 25, including arrests of several local residents on charges ranging from DUI and harassment to assault and risk of injury to a child. The blotter also notes arrests of people from nearby towns for alleged larceny, identity theft, and other offenses, along with their bond amounts and upcoming court dates.
• Wallingford Students Named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists (patch.com) — Wallingford families can celebrate several standout students from Lyman Hall High School and Choate Rosemary Hall who have been named National Merit Scholarship semifinalists, placing them among the top scorers nationwide. These students now move on in the rigorous process to compete for thousands of scholarships to be awarded next spring, based on academics, recommendations, essays, and test scores.
• CT Lottery Cash 5, Play3 winning numbers for Sept. 10, 2026 (norwichbulletin.com) — If you've got a winning Connecticut Lottery ticket, you may be heading to Wallingford, where the main claims office on Sterling Drive handles many larger prizes. The latest Cash 5, Play3, Play4, and Millionaire for Life numbers are listed, along with clear instructions on where and how different prize amounts can be claimed.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hold me close John Deere. (Thank you Jenny H. for sending it in!)
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