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🌱 Patch AM: State Rep. Comey, State Sen. Cohen Secure $850K State Bonding to Wrap Short Beach Traffic-Calming Work

Happening soon: String of Pearls Big Band - Dinner and Dancing! on the Branford Patch calendar

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Hello again Branford! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • New state funds will finally finish Short Beach safety upgrades
  • Why Yale's new drama chief chose to settle right here in Branford

Also on today's calendar: String of Pearls Big Band - Dinner and Dancing! and 11 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid; a stray morning shower, with a high of 86 and low of 64 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 79, low: 55.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 75 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• State Rep. Comey, State Sen. Cohen Secure $850K State Bonding to Wrap Short Beach Traffic-Calming Work (patch.com) — Branford's Short Beach neighborhood is set to see long-awaited safety upgrades after State Rep. Robin Comey and State Sen. Christine Cohen secured $850,000 in additional state bonding. The funding will complete traffic-calming work along Route 142, adding safer crosswalks, sidewalks, lighting, and signage to better protect families, cyclists, and pedestrians. Local and state leaders say the project will finally move to completion after years of planning.
   

• Award-winning director makes her debut as new head of Yale Rep, David Geffen School of Drama (courant.com) — The new head of Yale's drama school and Yale Rep is settling into a rented home in Branford while she takes on one of Connecticut's most influential arts jobs. Her leadership will shape future seasons, facilities, and training for theater professionals, potentially drawing more creative energy, audiences, and collaborations that Branford residents can enjoy just a short drive away in New Haven.
   

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  • Branford Community Foundation & Branford Public Schools Announce Matching Challenge Grant to Support New Fund —Branford Community Foundation Read on Patch
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  • Did know camping in the left lane is against the law?
    Safety is more than speed, it's also awareness not entitlement of only some of the rules apply. . Seems like a good place to ask this question… (Nextdoor Branford Point)
  • Yesterday, I posted a desk for sale in the furniture section and few minutes later I got informed that it sold and that the buyer paid…..
    How can a buyer pay without contacting me directly? I think the sale was bonus and now I don't know how to get rid off the black tab « Mark sold » at… (Nextdoor Pine Orchard)
  • Walgreen Company posted a job opening for Photo Specialist in Branford. Apply here.
  • TJX posted a job opening for Backroom Associate in Guilford. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Branford here.

🗞 Nearby News

East Haven

  • What To Know About Weekend's Fall Festival, Road Race Traffic, Parking, Road Closures: East Haven Police (patch.com)

North Branford

  • These 11 Connecticut Towns Empty Out On Weekdays And Locals Are Not Telling Everyone Why (takingthekids.com)

Guilford

  • Community Celebrates Trowbridge Recreation Center Grand Opening, Trowbridge Square Park Revitalization (patch.com)
  • Gov. Lamont directs flags to half-staff for 9/11 anniversary (wtnh.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: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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