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In today's newsletter:

  • Hazmat team, DEEP respond to hazardous materials call at Newington home
  • Newington man extradited from Canada to face child sex charges
  • Can Newington boys soccer turn last year's heartbreak into a title?

Also on today's calendar: Spellwork Basics and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the chicken go to the gym? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Sunshine and humid, with a high of 84 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny, a shower or two, temps: high: 79, low: 59.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 76 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. 'Hazmat Concern' Draws Newington Firefighters, DEEP To Local Home: NVFD (patch.com) — Emergency crews in Newington responded Thursday to a hazardous materials concern at a Robbins Avenue home near Vivian Street, drawing firefighters, a regional hazmat team, and DEEP officials. Residents and drivers were urged to avoid the area while crews investigated, though officials have not yet disclosed the substance involved or reported any injuries or evacuations.
   

2. Newington Man Faces Child Sexual Assault, Child Porn Charges: Police (patch.com) — Newington police say a 24-year-old town resident has been extradited from Canada after a lengthy investigation into alleged sexual assault of a minor and possession of child sexual abuse material. Following cooperation with federal and Canadian authorities, the man now faces multiple serious charges, is held on a combined $1 million bond, and is due in New Britain Superior Court.
   

3. 2026 CIAC boys soccer predictions: Picking state champions before the season begins (nhregister.com) — Newington boys soccer is being picked as a preseason favorite to win the 2026 Class L state championship, after coming one game short of the CIAC final last year. With star midfielder Jack Vendetti returning and a tough CCC schedule ahead, the Nor'easters are expected to contend with programs like Berlin, Middletown, and Wethersfield for postseason glory.
   

4. Gwen Samuel Requests Formal State Ruling On Fairness Of Connecticut's Public Campaign Financing Rules (connecticutcentinal.com) — An independent candidate running to represent Newington and nearby towns in State Senate District 9 is challenging how Connecticut's public campaign financing rules treat non-major-party contenders. She's asking state elections officials for a formal ruling on whether current rules unfairly tie her eligibility to past vote totals of a Democratic candidate, potentially limiting options for Newington's independent-minded taxpayers and voters.
   

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    Friday September 4
  • School Picture Day
    Berlin High School 139 Patterson Way, Berlin, CT 06037
    7:30 am
  • Summer Music Series featuring BAP PACK
    Connecticut's Old State House , 800 Main St, Hartford, CT 06103\
    12:00 pm
    • Saturday September 5
  • Fine Arts Department Bonding - Auditorium and Choir Room
    Hall High School W Hartford, CT 06117
    8:00 am
  • Lenny's Dead Showcase
    Hole in the Wall Theater 116 Main St, New Britain, CT 06051
    7:30 pm

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