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In today's newsletter:

  • How a rare flesh-eating bacteria could affect Waterford’s beach season
  • How Millstone’s future could shape Waterford’s electric reliability and costs

Also on today's calendar: Art In Waterford Artists' Reception and 8 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, James V.!

Today's riddle: What gets wetter & wetter as it dries? 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Rain early in the morning, with a high of 55 and low of 43 degrees.
  • Friday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 60, low: 42.
  • Saturday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 56 and low of 44 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Flesh-eating bacteria case reported in Connecticut (wfsb.com) — A recent Connecticut case of Vibrio vulnificus, a rare but potentially flesh-eating bacteria linked to warmer coastal waters, has state health officials urging caution for swimmers and shellfish lovers. With Long Island Sound in mind, Waterford resident Gary Anhalt says the news makes him think twice about summer beach days, as experts advise avoiding swimming with open cuts and being careful with raw seafood.    

• The Electricity Future for New England: Uncertainty and High Prices (energycentral.com) — New England’s electricity future directly affects Waterford because Millstone, located in town, is now one of only two remaining nuclear plants powering the region. The piece explains why high prices, winter reliability concerns, limited gas pipelines, and slow renewable growth leave the grid vulnerable, while officials cautiously explore new nuclear technologies without firm commitments.    


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  • Well the crows have been MIA for a few weeks and I assumed they had babies♥️ I was right .
    Glad they have come back. Fledgings are learning (Nextdoor Waterford)

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Groton

  • Local Event: The Mama Follies: A Lighthearted Tribute to Motherhood! (patch.com)

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