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  • How Wilton became a Class M field hockey favorite this fall

Also on today's calendar: When writing about Science is no longer just about reporting discoveries and 12 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do some birds fly south for the winter? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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  • Monday: Warmer, with a high of 72 and low of 50 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Partly sunny and beautiful, temps: high: 71, low: 61.
  • Wednesday: Nice and warm with some sun, with a high of 77 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• The 2026 Connecticut high school field hockey midseason report: Top teams, players and surprises (sheltonherald.com) — Wilton High's field hockey team is now a top-five contender in Class M and highlighted as one of the favorites after an overtime win against Branford. A midseason statewide rundown also notes Wilton's 2015 state title and compares this year's Warriors to power programs like Darien, Staples, and Hand, giving local fans context on how strong their team looks heading into November.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do some birds fly south for the winter?" — Because it's too far to walk..! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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