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π± Patch AM: Substantial Amount Of Meth Seized After Several-Week Investigation, Man Arrested: Stamford Police
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Good morning Stamford! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Stamford motel raid nets large meth haul and multiple charges
- Long-vacant Fairway site in Stamford lands new restaurants and school
- See which Stamford gas stations are cheapest today
Also on today's calendar: Seven Acres Montessori Virtual Prospective Parent Event and 29 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 66 and low of 53 degrees.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 76, low: 52.
- Friday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 70 and low of 51 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Substantial Amount Of Meth Seized After Several-Week Investigation, Man Arrested: Stamford Police (patch.com) — Stamford police say a several-week narcotics investigation led to the seizure of more than a quarter-kilo of crystal meth, plus fentanyl and pills, from a local man staying at the Red Carpet Inn and living on Cove Road. The 48-year-old suspect faces multiple drug and drug-factory charges, posted a $100,000 bond, and is due back in Stamford court later this month.
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2. Chipotle, Jersey Mike's To Open In Former Fairway Space In Stamford (patch.com) — After more than six years sitting empty, the former Fairway supermarket space on Canal Street in Stamford's Harbor Point is set to be transformed with new Chipotle, Jersey Mike's and Primrose School locations. A fitness club and a potential new grocery store are also planned, promising fresh dining, childcare and shopping options for Stamford residents.
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3. Here Are The Cheapest, Most Expensive Places To Get Gas In Stamford (patch.com) — Drivers in Stamford are paying more for gas than the state, regional and national averages, with regular fuel averaging $4.55 per gallon locally. A detailed list of 16 Stamford stations shows where prices are lowest and highest, helping residents decide where to fill up around Hope Street, High Ridge Road, West Main Street and other busy corridors.
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4. Boys Soccer Power Rankings (Oct. 6): A new team joins the Top 10 (ctpost.com) — Stamford High's boys soccer team holds firm at No. 7 in this week's statewide power rankings, keeping pace with FCIAC rival Trumbull. The list highlights how Staples and Greenwich remain on top, while Avon and Bethel surge. It's a good snapshot of where Stamford stands in the state title conversation.
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5. Connecticut moves to protect 108,000 Medicaid enrollees ahead of new rules (hartfordbusiness.com) — State leaders came to Stamford to explain looming Medicaid work requirements that could affect many local HUSKY D enrollees and other residents. Stamford officials highlighted a new HUSKY Stay Covered Task Force, partnering with Stamford Health and community groups to help people understand exemptions, navigate verification, and avoid losing coverage as federal rules tighten on January 1.
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📸 Around Stamford
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Stamford
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★ Featured events ★
- Seven Acres Montessori Virtual Prospective Parent Event →
Via Zoom, 34 Whipple Road, Wilton, CT,
10:00 am - Your Final Application Review Starts Here →
Online Webinar,
7:00 pm - Pre-Demolition/Moving Sale →
112 Roseville Rd, Westport
9:00 am - Psychic Fair →
293 Sound Beach Ave, Greenwich
11:00 am - Ian McKeever: Going Forth, Painted Panels & Other Works →
Heather Gaudio Fine Art, 382 Greenwich Ave, Greenwich
4:00 pm - Bruce Springsteen Evening Prayer: Land of Hope and Dreams →
St. Francis Episcopal Church, 2810 Long Ridge Rd, Stamford
5:00 pm - Opening Night: A Celebration of Broadway at FCC Darien →
14 Brookside Rd, Darien
5:00 pm - Darien Cars & Coffee →
25 Old Kings Hwy N, Darien
7:00 am - Blessing Of The Pets →
Union Memorial Church, 58 Church St, Stamford
12:00 pm - The History of Jazz in 80 Minutes →
The First United Methodist Church, 59 E Putnam Ave, Greenwich
2:00 pm - When Science Reporting Becomes Crisis Reporting →
Wilton Quaker Meeting, 317 New Canaan Rd, Wilton
6:15 pm - High Tea and Cabaret 2026 →
St. John's Episcopal Church, 628 Main St, Stamford
3:00 pm - Golden Hour Tours →
The Glass House, 199 Elm St, New Canaan
5:30 pm - Author Talk & Book Signing with Dr. Betsy Holmberg, Psychologist and Writer for Psychology Today →
Christ Church Greenwich, 254 E Putnam Ave, Greenwich
7:00 pm - Campaigning Class For Next Wave of Women in Politics →
Westport, Conn. location provided upon registration,
10:00 am - You are Invited to the CAS Open House! →
1186 Newfield Ave, Stamford
12:00 pm
Thursday October 8
Saturday October 10
Sunday October 11
Monday October 12
Saturday October 17
Thursday October 22
Saturday October 24
Sunday November 1
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Other local events
- Lindy Swing & Hustle Dance Workshops →
Dance With Maria
12:00 pm - Paint the Town Pink Girlfriends Luncheon →
The Italian Center, 1620 Newfield Ave, Stamford
12:00 pm - Live at Evergreen: Joe Corsello on Drums →
884 Newfield Ave, Stamford
2:00 pm - Brad Williams: The Tall Tales Tour →
Stamford Palace Theatre, 61 Atlantic St, Stamford
8:00 pm - The Pumpkin Patch at St. John's Lutheran Stamford →
884 Newfield Ave, Stamford
10:00 am - The Stamford Moms New Parent & Baby Expo →
CoCreate - GE Appliances Micro Mfg. Plant & Showroom, 47 John St, Stamford
10:00 am - Paint the Patch Pink →
Designs By Lee Inc, 129 Interlaken Rd, Stamford
11:00 am - Boys & Girls Club Teen Center Open House →
Boys & Girls Club of Stamford - Mary C. Rich Clubhouse & Gary Wendt Teen Center, 347 Stillwater Ave, Stamford
12:00 pm - Land of Hope and Dreams: Saturday Evening Prayer featuring the songs of Bruce Springsteen →
2810 Long Ridge Rd, Stamford
5:00 pm - Marshall Charlof & The Purple Experience →
Stamford Palace Theatre, 61 Atlantic St, Stamford
8:00 pm - Columbus Day School →
1170 Shippan Ave, Stamford
9:00 am - Music & Memories Studio - with Beth Styles & Jason L. Terry →
Temple Beth El, 350 Roxbury Rd, Stamford
10:30 am - Statewide Conversation Addressing Compassionate Health Care in the Age of AI →
1073 N Benson Rd, Fairfield
8:00 am - Seven Acres Montessori Virtual Prospective Parent Event →
Via Zoom, 34 Whipple Road, Wilton, CT
10:00 am - Artists' Reception for Jason Pritchard "New England By The Sea" At the Mayor's Gallery →
888 Washington Blvd, Stamford
5:00 pm - Book Talk with World Explorer, Historian, Photographer & Author, Robert McCracken Peck →
Christ Church Greenwich, 254 E Putnam Ave, Greenwich
7:00 pm
Wednesday October 7
Friday October 9
Saturday October 10
Monday October 12
Tuesday October 13
Wednesday October 14
Thursday October 15
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly?" — Stationary (Thank you David H. for sending it in!)
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