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In today's newsletter:

  • Where you can easily drop food to help New Canaan neighbors
  • New Canaan tops Connecticut in new statewide school rankings

Also on today's calendar: When writing about Science is no longer just about reporting discoveries and 19 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do some birds fly south for the winter? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Warmer; a stray a.m. shower, with a high of 73 and low of 57 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Some sun, temps: high: 71, low: 63.
  • Wednesday: Partial sunshine, with a high of 78 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• New Canaan YMCA Celebrates One Year of Community Cupboard Food Pantry Satellite Drop-Off (newcanaansentinel.com) — New Canaan families facing food insecurity now have a stronger safety net thanks to the YMCA's Community Cupboard, which has collected over 2,000 food items in its first year. The program offers an easy, year-round drop-off spot at the Y's main entrance, with donations delivered to the New Canaan Food Pantry at St. Mark's to support hundreds of local households.
   

• West Hartford High Schools, School District Among CT's Best: Report (patch.com) — New Canaan families can take pride in local schools, with the town ranked No. 1 in Connecticut in Niche's 2027 statewide school and district report. While the article focuses on West Hartford's strong showing, it notes New Canaan's top overall placement based on academics, graduation rates, and parent and student reviews across thousands of schools.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • A Craigslist listing I had generated someone claiming to be looking for a professional service.
    I told him I don't do landcare services per se and recommended Nextdoor. Only he said to email him at his email to "Marc Langley"; that generated a… (Nextdoor Mill Pond)
  • ShopRite posted a job opening for ShopRite - Bagger (Grade A) Salary Range $16.94 - $18.50/hr in Stamford. Apply here.
  • Keter Environmental Services posted a job opening for AP Audit Supervisor in Stamford. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near New Canaan here.

🗞 Nearby News

Wilton

  • 280-unit senior living plan in Wilton withdrawn as developers seek fresh feedback (ctinsider.com)
  • Another shutout for Staples boys soccer (westportjournal.com)

Stamford

  • Certified Technicians and Ford OEM Parts Drive High Ratings (midvalejournal.com)
  • Archbishop of Canterbury Brings Message of Service, Trust and Human Connection to Connecticut (newcanaansentinel.com)

Norwalk

  • 5 Things To Know In Norwalk: Upcoming City Council Meeting, Family Fun Run And More (patch.com)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do some birds fly south for the winter?" — Because it's too far to walk..! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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