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Hello Groton! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Groton woman wins $15.1 million after surgery leaves her blind
  • How to spot scammers spoofing the Groton police phone number
  • USS Idaho's first deployment ends with a homecoming in Groton

Also on today's calendar: Friday Fish & Chips in the Borough and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Mostly cloudy and humid, with a high of 71 and low of 63 degrees.
  • Friday: Partly sunny and humid, temps: high: 76, low: 57.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and less humid, with a high of 71 and low of 49 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Jury Awards $15 Million To Groton Woman After Devastating Surgery Outcome (patch.com) — A Groton woman has been awarded $15.1 million after a jury found Yale-New Haven Hospital negligent in a surgery that left her functionally blind. The verdict recognizes the profound impact on her life and has drawn a measured response from the hospital, while resonating deeply with residents following Groton-related legal news.
   

2. Scam Callers Spoofing Groton Police Phone Number (patch.com) — Groton residents are being warned that scammers are spoofing the City of Groton Police Department's non-emergency phone number and falsely claiming people have arrest warrants. Police stress they will never demand payment over the phone and urge anyone receiving suspicious calls to hang up and call the department directly to verify. Locals are reminded to dial 911 only for emergencies.
   

3. Idaho's namesake submarine returns home following first deployment (ktvb.com) — A Navy fast-attack submarine, the USS Idaho, has returned to Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton after its first four-month operational deployment in Europe. The homecoming brought sailors back to local families and highlighted Groton's ongoing role in building and basing Virginia-class submarines. For residents, it's another reminder of how closely the community is tied to the submarine force and national security missions worldwide.
   

4. Top high schools in Connecticut ranked for 2027: LIST (wtnh.com) — Groton families can celebrate that Marine Science Magnet High School of Southeastern Connecticut earned an A+ and a spot among Niche's top 20 public high schools statewide. The rankings weigh academics, diversity, activities, and resources, and also showcase how Groton's standout magnet stacks up against highly rated schools across Connecticut.
   

5. Miller Posts Best Round in Program History, Wins KSC Invitational in Wild Finish (keeneowls.com) — College golf fans will see regional attention on Groton soon, as the Little East Conference championship is set for October 13–14 at Shennecossett Golf Course. Keene State's standout sophomore just set a program scoring record at their home invitational, and his team now turns its focus toward upcoming tournaments leading into the Groton-hosted championship.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Remember last summer when we had the chance
    To find each other, started makin' romance? But it didn't come off, 'cause you found another Without one hand of the clock, what good is the other? (Nextdoor Buddington Rd)
  • Up town, down town
    Little Willy, Willy drives them wild with his run-around style Inside, outside Willy sends them silly with his star-shine shimmy shuffle smile (Nextdoor Buddington Rd)
  • Hersha Hospitality Management, LP posted a job opening for Sales and Catering Coordinator in Groton. Apply here.
  • American Cruise Lines, Inc. posted a job opening for Crew Member in Groton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Groton here.

Ok Groton! 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: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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