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🌱 Patch AM: Newington Zoning Board To Review Former Boston Market Redevelopment, Radio Tower And Warehouse Expansion

Also, don't miss New World Trio "Autumn Reflections" on the Newington Patch calendar

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

In today's newsletter:

  • Key Newington zoning decisions could reshape Berlin Turnpike and Alumni Road

Also on today's calendar: New World Trio "Autumn Reflections" and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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  • Monday: Warmer; a shower in the a.m., temps: high: 72, low: 52.
  • Tuesday: Showers late in the afternoon, with a high of 67 and low of 57 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Newington Zoning Board To Review Former Boston Market Redevelopment, Radio Tower And Warehouse Expansion (patch.com) — Newington residents are being asked to weigh in as the Town Plan and Zoning Commission reviews several significant proposals, including turning the former Boston Market on the Berlin Turnpike into an automotive service center and siting a new municipal emergency radio tower off East Cedar Street. The agenda also features a major loading dock expansion at the Alumni Road warehouse complex and a proposed move for Valhalla Fitness to the Berlin Turnpike, with public participation encouraged in person or virtually.
   

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Ok Newington! 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: "What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath?" — A dirty double crosser ! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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