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Coffee in hand, Shirley? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a Shirley native clinched Norwich's Friday night rugby win

Also on today's calendar: Classic Fall Festival at Waterdrinker! and 4 more events.

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

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Warmer, with a high of 71 and low of 51 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Partly sunny and nice, temps: high: 70, low: 62.
  • Wednesday: Partly sunny, nice and warm, with a high of 78 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Men's Rugby: Cadets power past Coast Guard in NCR Friday Night Lights matchup (norwichathletics.com) — Shirley's own junior Tyreeque Green helped seal Norwich University men's rugby's 28-17 win over the U.S. Coast Guard Academy with a late try and strong physical play. The match highlighted his attacking runs and tackles, plus key contributions from several teammates. Norwich now turns its focus to hosting the University of Maine next weekend.
   

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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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