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🌱 Patch AM: Middletown Police Department Arrests: July 24-31, 2026

Be sure to catch Calling all Altos, Tenors and Basses to join Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords on the Middletown Patch calendar

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

In today's newsletter:

  • See who was recently arrested in Middletown and for what
  • How to reserve your seat at Cat Tales' pasta fundraiser
  • Middletown man faces new charges tied to Willimantic home invasion case

Also on today's calendar: Calling all Altos, Tenors and Basses to join Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 78 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 82, low: 58.
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 78 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Middletown Police Department Arrests: July 24-31, 2026 (patch.com) — Middletown residents can review a newly released police arrest log covering July 24 through July 31, 2026, detailing charges filed during that period. The information is part of the public record and reflects allegations only, not findings of guilt, offering transparency into recent police activity in town.
   

• Cat Tales Pasta Dinner Fundraiser 9/25 (patch.com) — Middletown residents can support local rescue Cat Tales at a pasta dinner fundraiser on Friday, September 25 at the Elks Club on Maynard Street. For $30, guests get a full catered meal, raffles, and door prizes, with extra chances to win by bringing cat food or paper towels. Reservations are handled online or by mailing a check to Cat Tales' Middletown PO box.
   

• Warrant Says Middletown Man Charged With Attempted Murder In Willimantic Break-In Called Victim From Prison (patch.com) — A man from Middletown is accused of violating a protective order by calling a protected person from prison after being charged in a violent home invasion in Willimantic. State police say he already faces serious felony counts, including attempted murder and home invasion, and remains held on a $1 million bond. The case continues in court next month.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • 12th Annual 'Driving for Drafts' Charity Golf Tournament —Noreen Favreau Read on Patch
  • Cat Tales Pasta Dinner Fundraiser 9/25 —Cat Tales Non-Profit Rescue Read on Patch
  • CT FCRV Volunteers at Terryville Lions Country Fair —Daniel Tinter Read on Patch
  • Tractor Supply Company posted a job opening for Team Member in Middletown. Apply here.
  • National Health Care Associates Inc. posted a job opening for Dietary Aide in Middletown. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Middletown here.

🗞 Nearby News

Meriden

  • Marcello Rufrano Back To Victory Lane In SK Modified At Stafford Speedway (racedayct.com)

Rocky Hill

  • 2 Police Officers Shot, Suspect Dead After Exchange Of Gunfire: Police (patch.com)

Ok Middletown! 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: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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