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You won't want to miss String of Pearls Big Band - Dinner and Dancing! on the Cheshire Patch calendar

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

In today's newsletter:

  • Cheshire resident quietly claims $25,000 lottery scratch ticket prize
  • How Cheshire's beloved assistant coach is battling cancer and coaching on

Also on today's calendar: String of Pearls Big Band - Dinner and Dancing! and 12 more events.

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

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: A morning shower; very warm, with a high of 86 and low of 59 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 78, low: 50.
  • Saturday: Nice with sunshine, with a high of 76 and low of 64 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Cheshire Resident Wins Big Lottery Prize (patch.com) — A Cheshire resident has scored a $25,000 prize on a Cash Royale scratch ticket, according to the Connecticut Lottery. The winning ticket was sold at DaDa Liquors in Waterbury, and the winner's identity remains private under a new state law allowing anonymity.
   

• 'This is what keeps me alive': Cheshire assistant football coach eager to be back on field amid cancer battle (wtnh.com) — Cheshire residents will see a familiar face on the sidelines Friday as longtime Rams assistant coach Mike Ciotti returns to West Haven's field while continuing an 11-year cancer battle. Players and coaches say his "eat the bear" mantra is inspiring the whole team, and Ciotti credits football, family, and integrative cancer care with keeping him focused and hopeful.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Quinnipiac University PA Student Lauren Kane Elected to 2026–27 AAPA Student Academy Delegate —Paula Fowler Read on Patch
  • Quinnipiac University Professor Advances Geriatric Physiotherapy Education in Kenya —Paula Fowler Read on Patch
  • Airgas, Inc. posted a job opening for Second Shift Manager in Cheshire. Apply here.
  • Dunkin' posted a job opening for Crew Member in Prospect. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Cheshire here.

🗞 Nearby News

Meriden

  • Meriden arson suspect arrested in New Mexico after four years (myrecordjournal.com)
  • Wednesday's Warrior: Meriden woman shares cancer journey through blog to comfort others (wtnh.com)

Wallingford

  • Powerball Launches NFL-Themed Weekly Game In Connecticut (patch.com)

Southington

  • Scam Artists Target Southington Apple Harvest Festival (patch.com)

Ok Cheshire! 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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