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

In today's newsletter:

  • How will Sheehan's title-defending Titans start their season Thursday night?
  • Did yesterday's winning lottery numbers send Wallingford players to Sterling Drive?

Also on today's calendar: Learn to Skate classes beginning Tuesday, 9/8 & Sunday 9/12. and 11 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the fish blush ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Mostly sunny and warmer, with a high of 80 and low of 56 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 84, low: 61.
  • Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 81 and low of 71 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Sheehan Titans open title defense, Wethersfield Eagles building confidence (wfsb.com subscription) — Wallingford football fans can watch Sheehan High School's reigning Class S state champion Titans open their title defense at home against Killingly on Thursday, Sept. 10. The story also looks at Wethersfield's preparations, but the spotlight stays on Sheehan's tough schedule and hopes for another deep playoff run.
   

• CT Lottery Powerball, Cash 5 winning numbers for Sept. 5, 2026 (norwichbulletin.com) — If you bought a Connecticut Lottery ticket, you can now check the Sept. 5 Powerball, Cash 5, Play 3, Play 4, and Millionaire for Life winning numbers and see if you've won. Wallingford residents who hit a prize of $600 or more may need to visit the CT Lottery High-Tier Claim Center or headquarters at 15 Sterling Drive in town.
   

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    I don't know what to do. I need help somebody help me cause these things are everywhere. (Nextdoor Downtown Wallingford)
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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Two CT men arrested during illegal fishing operation. Police find over 50 undersize blue crabs (courant.com)

North Haven

  • Fine Fettle Dispensary Agent in North Haven, CT (syracuse.com)
  • Bazzana singles home winning run in 10th inning as Guardians top Tigers 4-3 to sweep doubleheader (nhregister.com)
  • Connecticut's Kid Governor Tessa Hallinan and Cabinet members visit libraries as part of statewide tour (northhavennews.com)

Ok Wallingford! 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: It saw the ocean's bottom! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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