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Hello again Naugatuck! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why an unresponsive driver was arrested at a Naugatuck school driveway
  • How a Naugatuck home inspection led to 16 cruelty charges
  • How a Naugatuck teen ace became a Yankees World Series hero

Also on today's calendar: Oktoberfest: A Fundraiser for Guilford VFW Post 7666 and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Cooler; a p.m. shower or two, with a high of 64 and low of 51 degrees.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and delightful, temps: high: 70, low: 42.
  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 62 and low of 37 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Driver Found Unresponsive Behind Wheel In School Driveway: Naugatuck Police (patch.com) — Police say a driver was found unresponsive in a running car blocking the main driveway to Andrew Avenue Elementary School in Naugatuck, then taken to the hospital and arrested. He faces reckless driving in a school zone and risk of injury to a child charges, and state child welfare officials are also investigating.
   

• Naugatuck Woman Charged With 16 Counts Of Animal Cruelty: Police (patch.com) — A Naugatuck woman faces 16 animal cruelty counts after police and animal control say they found sick puppies, unsanitary conditions, and no running water at her Celentano Drive home, which was condemned. She's also charged in connection with an alleged fake adult ad targeting a Naugatuck Animal Control officer, and remains held on multiple bonds.
   

• Yankees Birthday of the Day: Spec Shea (pinstripealley.com) — A Naugatuck-born pitcher who starred at Naugatuck High School went on to win World Series titles with the New York Yankees before returning home to serve as the town's longtime parks and recreation director. His story traces a journey from local prodigy to war veteran, major-league standout, and even Hollywood pitching consultant, while always circling back to his Naugatuck roots.
   

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  • Theater Review: 'Mystic Pizza' Tour at Waterbury's Palace Theater —Nancy Sasso Janis Read on Patch
  • Theater Review: 'The Mystery of Edwin Drood' at Center Stage Theatre —Nancy Sasso Janis Read on Patch
  • Comedian Yakov Smirnoff Appearing at the Kate October 17 —Nancy Sasso Janis Read on Patch
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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Woman charged with murder in Waterbury (newportdispatch.com)
  • Connecticut invests $7M to reduce chronic absenteeism amid 4-year decline (fox61.com)
  • Sponsored Content: Coolest Thing Made in CT – The Lee Company's Satellite Valve Wins 2026 Title (wtnh.com)

Cheshire

  • Sauce Maker Among New Businesses Registered In Cheshire (patch.com)

Ok Naugatuck! 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: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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