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Hi Tolland! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • See the latest Troop C arrests affecting towns around Tolland
  • How much restitution is Tolland seeking in the Diamantis corruption case?
  • Can Tolland boys soccer climb back up the statewide rankings?

Also on today's calendar: LIVE WEBINAR: Building Your Child's Independence: Executive Function Coaching at Home and at School and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why should you never iron a 4-leaf colver? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Pleasant with sunny intervals, with a high of 71 and low of 56 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly cloudy and warm, temps: high: 77, low: 61.
  • Friday: An afternoon shower possible, with a high of 80 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Troop C Log: The Latest Connecticut State Police Arrests In Tolland County (patch.com) — Connecticut State Police Troop C, based in Tolland County, has released a new arrest log detailing recent charges across several local towns, including Willington, Mansfield, Somers, Ellington, Vernon and Stafford. The report emphasizes that all listed charges are allegations and not findings of guilt, but offers residents a snapshot of current public safety activity in the broader Tolland area.
   

• Feds seek restitution and Diamantis' home ahead of sentencing (wfsb.com) — Tolland's town manager is formally seeking restitution in the high-profile corruption case involving former state official Kosta Diamantis, saying the town was financially harmed by his school construction scheme. Hartford, New Britain, Tolland and the state all filed for damages as federal prosecutors move to seize Diamantis' Farmington home ahead of his sentencing and the loss of his pension.
   

• GametimeCT boys soccer rankings, week 3 (Sept. 29): Bethel joins the Top 10 (nhregister.com) — Tolland High boys soccer has slipped to No. 6 in GametimeCT's statewide rankings after a 1-1 tie with Naugatuck, but remains firmly in the Top 10. The Eagles face a tough upcoming stretch against East Hartford, RHAM, E.O. Smith and South Windsor, giving local fans several key matchups to watch as the season heats up.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • i'll be making illustrations like these to print onto "affirmation greeting cards" with a blank insides to add your own personal message.
    they're a great way to send someone a sweet reminder and positive energy. who here would be interested in something like this? (Nextdoor Tolland Ct)
  • The Town of Tolland CT is sponsoring a free metal/bulky waste pick-up during the first full week of October (week of October 5th).
    This is the week (and a few days before) to check out the stuff people put out on the curb! (Nextdoor Tolland Ct)
  • Tolland Public Schools posted a job opening for Substitute Custodian (Per diem position) in Tolland. Apply here.
  • Subway posted a job opening for Sandwich Artist 11-Am -3-Pm Sandwich Artist 5-Pm -9-Pm in Bolton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Tolland here.

🗞 Nearby News

Rockville

  • CT man accused of causing crash with injuries after running red light in Mansfield (courant.com)
  • Hebron woman gets animal cruelty case dismissed after judge suppresses evidence (greenwichtime.com)

Ellington

  • October In Ellington: Fall Fun, Festivals & More (patch.com)

Mansfield

  • 'Bad' Bunny — Rabbit Blamed For Crash In Mansfield (patch.com)

Ok Tolland! 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: You don't want to press your luck! (Thank you Tee E. for sending it in!)
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