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🌱 Patch AM: Branford Police Blotter: Aug. 11 to Aug. 18, 2026

Spotted on the Branford calendar: Nurse Open House

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Hey hey Branford! Your one-stop source for local news is here. Continue reading for all the updates. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • See who Branford police charged in the past week
  • What Branford's 7,367 fire and EMS calls reveal about town readiness

Also on today's calendar: Nurse Open House and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do evil hens lay? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Fog in the morning and humid, with a high of 85 and low of 69 degrees.
  • Thursday: Humid with a shower or two, temps: high: 82, low: 63.
  • Friday: Partly sunny, with a high of 82 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Branford Police Blotter: Aug. 11 to Aug. 18, 2026 (patch.com) — Branford residents can see a detailed rundown of recent police activity, with multiple local individuals charged between August 11 and 18 for offenses ranging from larceny and DUI to trespass and harassment. The blotter highlights names, ages, hometowns, and alleged charges, while reminding readers that all listed are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
   

• Branford Fire Department's Annual Report For FY 2025-2026 Released, Shows 7,367 Calls For Service (patch.com) — Branford's fire department just released its 2025–26 annual report, showing 7,367 calls for service and highlighting growing pressure on the town's emergency response system. The report details fire, medical, and rescue activity, major training investments, inspections, and community outreach, including the positive impact of staffing the Indian Neck station. It's a snapshot of how well Branford is prepared when residents dial 911.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Obituary: Carol DeChello Massaro (Porto Funeral Homes) —Porto Funeral Homes Read on Patch
  • Kimberly Boucher Obituary: Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home, East Haven —Clancy Palumbo Funeral Home and Cremation Service Read on Patch
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  • Good morning!!!
    Any recommendations for a appliance repair in Branford area (Nextdoor Jefferson Road)
  • Hi, any recommendations for a trapper to remove a woodchuck from my property?
    It's doing a lot of damage. I'm in Branford. Thanks! (Nextdoor Brushy Plain Road)
  • Central Connecticut Coast YMCA posted a job opening for Camp Activity Specialist - Sports- (Soundview) in Branford. Apply here.
  • CRH plc posted a job opening for Utility Person in Branford. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Branford here.

🗞 Nearby News

East Haven

  • Fairfield RTM to hear updates on speed cameras before proposing changes (nhregister.com)
  • Technical Discussion: Brighter weather on the way before a round of showers (wfsb.com)

Guilford

  • EDGAR Filing Documents for 0001104659-26-097972 (sec.gov)
  • Seeking cost stability, Middletown manufacturer pays $3.5M for previously leased property (hartfordbusiness.com)
  • FY2026 EPS Estimates for Quantum-Si Lifted by HC Wainwright (marketbeat.com)

Ok Branford! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Deviled eggs (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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