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🌱 Patch AM: How a 9-car I-291 crash is changing your commute

And on the South Windsor Patch calendar - Tours, Lawn Games & Lemonade

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Good morning to you South Windsor! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a 9-car I-291 crash is changing your commute
  • Why South Windsor is a bold pick for the 2026 LL crown

Also on today's calendar: Tours, Lawn Games & Lemonade and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: Where do math teachers go on vacation? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: A shower or two; not as warm, with a high of 79 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Sunday: Sun and some clouds, temps: high: 76, low: 52.
  • Monday: Plenty of sun, with a high of 81 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• New Safety Measures Planned After 9-Vehicle I-291 Crash (patch.com) — Drivers in South Windsor should expect ongoing lane reductions and new safety measures on I-291 westbound near the Bissell Bridge after a nine-vehicle crash injured six people. State officials plan added warning signs, speed indicators and work-zone speed cameras while a long-term bridge rehabilitation continues, so commuters are urged to slow down and be prepared for sudden backups.
   

• 2026 CIAC boys soccer predictions: Picking state champions before the season begins (nhregister.com) — South Windsor boys soccer is being picked as a preseason favorite to win the 2026 Class LL state title after last year's semifinal run. With key returners like All-State midfielder Blake Lyons, his twin Riley, and standout goalkeeper Fran Linares, the team is expected to contend with traditional powers across Connecticut when the season kicks off September 8.
   

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🪧 Patch Classifieds

  • Rockville High School- Class of 1976 – 50th Reunion Gala Dinner
    Date & Time: Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM – 11:00 PMLocation: Georgina's Banquet Facility, Bolton, CT.... (More info)

💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Big Y Foods, Inc. posted a job opening for Custodian in Manchester. Apply here.
  • SPECTRUM posted a job opening for Retail Sales Specialist in Manchester. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near South Windsor here.

🗞 Nearby News

Manchester

  • I-TEAM: Man charged in Manchester fatal crash of 4-year-old got distracted driving ticket a month later (wfsb.com)
  • 3 people displaced after Manchester fire (fox61.com)

East Hartford

Windsor

  • Leaks, Failing AC Create Problems At Windsor Library (patch.com)

Ok South Windsor! 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: Times Square (Thank you Jean K. for sending it in!)
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