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Hi there, Wallingford! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which recent arrests are headed to Wallingford court this fall?
  • How Sheehan's Harper Vanacore dominated on her Wallingford home course
  • Here's where big CT Lottery winners go in Wallingford

Also on today's calendar: Free Fraud Prevention Seminar Featuring Detective Houlihan of Wallingford Police Department and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do an island and the letter "t" have in common? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Periods of rain, with a high of 66 and low of 59 degrees.
  • Monday: Cloudy, temps: high: 69, low: 52.
  • Tuesday: Cloudy with a shower possible, with a high of 65 and low of 49 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Wallingford Police Blotter: Aug. 26 Through Sept. 2, 2026 (patch.com) — Wallingford police recorded a series of late-August and early-September arrests, including multiple DUI cases, larceny, assault, and protective-order violations, with court dates stretching into October and November. While those named are presumed innocent, the blotter offers a clear snapshot of recent public safety issues and upcoming court proceedings that Wallingford residents may notice in their neighborhoods and local courts.
   

2. Connecticut high school girls cross country top performances through Sept. 18 (nhregister.com) — A Sheehan High School senior from Wallingford, Harper Vanacore, is highlighted for winning the 37th Robert M. Neubauer Cross Country Invitational on her home course, clocking 20:16.2. The statewide roundup also showcases standout girls cross country performances from schools across Connecticut, giving local fans a sense of how Wallingford's top runner stacks up against other elite competitors.
   

3. CT Lottery Mega Millions, Lotto winning numbers for Sept. 18, 2026 (norwichbulletin.com) — If you hit a recent Connecticut Lottery drawing, you may be heading to the claims department at 15 Sterling Drive in Wallingford to collect, depending on your prize amount. The latest Mega Millions, Lotto, Cash 5, Play 3, and Play 4 numbers are listed, along with clear rules on where and how different prize levels can be redeemed.
   

4. Amazon Boosts Starting Minimum Wage (cbia.com) — Amazon workers at the Wallingford sorting center and other Connecticut sites will see starting pay rise to at least $20 an hour beginning Sept. 27, with average compensation higher once benefits are included. The company is also rolling out new grocery discounts at Whole Foods and a banking benefit, potentially improving day-to-day finances for many local employees and their families.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They are both in the middle of water. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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