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🌱 Patch AM: Why Groton’s data center fight is shaping debates in other towns

And check out Wild Mushroom Festival on the Groton Patch calendar

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Hi there, Groton! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Groton's data center fight is shaping debates in other towns

Also on today's calendar: Wild Mushroom Festival and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did one wall say to the other? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Mostly cloudy and breezy, with a high of 64 and low of 51 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Mostly cloudy and windy, temps: high: 66, low: 50.
  • Thursday: Mainly cloudy and windy, with a high of 67 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• CT town turns against data centers: 'Yes, please' becomes 'No way' (courant.com) — Groton is highlighted as one of several Connecticut towns where residents have already pushed back against large data center projects, inspiring Beacon Falls neighbors now organizing petitions and lawn signs. The Beacon Falls fight underscores how quickly public opinion has shifted from welcoming data center tax revenue to worrying about noise, environmental impacts, and transparency from local officials.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • My view coming in from night fishing on the Sound!
    Night time is so relaxing. Landing at Bayberry. (Nextdoor Groton New London Airport)
  • Can anyone recommend an insured handyman or handywoman in Groton?
    Looking for someone reliable for some home repairs. Thank you! (Nextdoor Groton Bank Thames River)
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🗞 Nearby News

New London

  • Things To Do with Kids in New London County (mommypoppins.com)
  • Reward Set at $25,000 in 2024 Colchester Hit-And-Run (ct.gov)

Waterford

  • Waterford Mott grad Kalieb Osborne leads UConn over Southern Miss 48-20 (theoaklandpress.com)

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: I'll meet you at the corner! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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