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🌱 Patch AM: What will Stratford’s new 10-home Broadbridge Avenue project look like?

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Morning Stratford! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What will Stratford's new 10-home Broadbridge Avenue project look like?
  • Why a Stratford man faces charges after sleeping in a stolen car.

Also on today's calendar: 3rd Annual Pancake Karaoke Breakfast and 21 more events.

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Cooler; a p.m. shower or two, with a high of 63 and low of 55 degrees.
  • Monday: Pleasant; breezy in the p.m., temps: high: 71, low: 44.
  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 63 and low of 41 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Stratford OKs 10-home plan for Broadbridge Avenue after rejecting 18-townhouse development (ctpost.com) — Stratford's Zoning Commission has approved a plan for 10 single-family homes on Broadbridge Avenue, after previously rejecting a denser 18-townhouse proposal for the same 1.6-acre site. One home will be designated affordable under state housing law, resolving the developer's appeal and shaping how that Stratford neighborhood grows and addresses local housing needs.
   

• 2 men found sleeping in stolen car in Trumbull; 3 arrested, police say (ctpost.com) — Police say a 19-year-old Stratford man and a Bridgeport man were found sleeping in a stolen car in Trumbull, where officers also recovered items believed taken from unlocked vehicles. In a separate case, a teen was arrested in a car reportedly stolen from Stratford, highlighting how local vehicle thefts can quickly spill into neighboring communities and lead to court dates and significant charges.
   

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  • Heaven Sent Thrift Shop at Stratford United Methodist Church - Oct. 5, 2026 —Chris Muller Read on Patch
  • Stratford EMS September 2026 Statistical Infographic —Stratford EMS Read on Patch
  • STRATFORD EVENT TOMORROW, 10/3 - something for all - adults, youth, pets
    Lordship Community Church, 179 Prospect Drive, Stratford, hosts its outdoor Apple Festival/Vendor Fair on Saturday, October 3, 2026, 9 AM to 3 PM, … (Nextdoor Lordship)
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    They're holding an Open House on Wednesday, October 7th from 2:00–5:00 PM. You can tour the facility, learn about programs, activities and clubs,… (Nextdoor Historic William Perry House)
  • Walmart posted a job opening for Stocking Team Associate in Stratford. Apply here.
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🗞 Nearby News

Bridgeport

  • Man shot while standing outside of birthday party in Bridgeport, police say (nbcconnecticut.com)
  • Bridgeport-Stamford Inventory Surges While Prices Stay Above $750K (newsbreak.com)
  • 8 Things to Do This Weekend: New Haven Chalk Art Festival, Connecticut Auto Show and more (wtnh.com)

Trumbull

  • Connecticut high school girls cross country top performances (Sept. 24-Oct. 1) (ctinsider.com)

Ok Stratford! 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: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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