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Morning Farmington! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Farmington's river foliage is boosting a beloved paddling business

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Today's riddle: How do billboards talk? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Sun through high clouds, with a high of 66 and low of 43 degrees.
  • Sunday: Some rain in the afternoon, temps: high: 62, low: 54.
  • Monday: Some rain in the morning, with a high of 70 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Fall foliage along Farmington River brings business to Collinsville Canoe & Kayak (fox61.com) — Collinsville Canoe & Kayak in Farmington is seeing a strong fall season as vivid foliage along the Farmington River draws paddlers from around Connecticut and neighboring states. Owner Sue Warner expects rentals to continue into early November, with visitors praising the colorful leaves and calm conditions. Locals still have several weeks to enjoy peak river views by boat.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "How do billboards talk?" — Sign language (Thank you Ellen S. for sending it in!)
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