Meriden Daily: I-91 Crash + Gun Charges + Back To School

Meriden CT

03 September, 2021

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Welcome back, Meriden. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Saturday, Sept. 4. Are you a local business owner or marketer in Meriden? Our premium local sponsorships will keep you at the top of inboxes around town every morning. Contact us here for the lowdown. First, today's weather: Clear throughout the day. High: 78 Low: 58. Here are the top stories in Meriden today: Police: 5-car accident shuts down southbound Interstate 91 near Meriden: A Friday afternoon crash closed down the southbound lanes of I-91. It was unclear whether there were any injuries. (Fairfield Citizen) Meriden Man Faces Gun Charges: Police: A city man is facing gun charges and police say they found him with a gun on South Broad Street. (Meriden Patch) Meriden educators working to stay positive heading into new school year after pandemic disruption: Summer is coming to an end and many are curious as to how this upcoming year will compare to last year. (WTNH.com)Meriden Police Blotter from Aug. 26 – 30. (Meriden Record-Journal) House With Charm Now Available In Meriden (Meriden Patch) Today in Meriden: Gallery 53's 12th Annual Photo Show (12:00 PM) Meriden Patch Notebook Meriden Humane Society: "Maddie Age: 6 1/2 years old Breed: Black Labrador Mix Size- Medium 50-70 lbs. Cats: No Dogs: No Kids: 12 years or older Meet Miss Maddie! This beautiful girl is as sweet as can be. Maddie loves to go for walks, this little lady could wal..." (Facebook) Meriden Youth Theatre: "Theater is back in Meriden! MYT shoutout in the Record Journal! https://www.myrecordjournal.com/News/Meriden/Meriden-News/upcoming-local-theatre-shows-to-check-out-and-auditions.html?fbclid=IwAR0tIDijvxsH2zIt73gPZpsZXpBmVY337Fmg--lnz_TDw..." (Facebook) Meriden Humane Society: "Mark your calendars for an wonderful event for the shelter! Come see Vanessa Squeglia connect with loved ones with proceeds going directly to the animals in our care. Please click on the link below to bring you to our event for more info..." (Facebook) Meriden YMCA: "Happy Friday! We're going for a walk on this beautiful morning. Are you looking for high quality affordable child care? Call Tina at 203.314.1738 to learn more about our child care programs. #meridenymca #fabulousfriday #childcare #infan..." (Facebook) The Cove Center for Grieving Children: "We want to take the time to express our gratitude for the Staples in Wallingford for its generous donation of art supplies to be used in our Family Program beginning this month. We look forward to working with children in person and coul..." (Facebook) Boys & Girls Club of Meriden: "Thanks a million to Gerald Lovelace and The Lab, Meriden's premier dance instruction destination. Not only did they hold an incredible dance performance/fundraiser for our kids on the Center Green during Hurricane Henri but then they cam..." (Facebook) Meriden Public Library: "Hello Fall! Meriden Public Library will close today at 5:00pm and re-open on Tuesday, September 6th, 2021 at 10:00am. We are closed Monday September 5th to observe the Labor Day holiday. Starting Monday, we move to our Fall Hours Schedul..." (Facebook) United Way of Meriden and Wallingford: "Thank you for your patience! We are currently working on resolving the technical issues with our office phones." (Facebook) Meriden YMCA: "Sign up now online or stop by the Y tomorrow and sign up for the #myt fall production of #legallyblondethemusical!" (Facebook) Midstate Chamber of Commerce: "Join the Midstate Chamber of Commerce and our H.O.L.A. Committee for our Taste of Salsa event on the Meriden Green! This event will celebrate Hispanic Heritage month by supporting those within our community! Come out for a night on the G..." (Facebook) Midstate Chamber of Commerce: "WE invite YOU to be a Friend of the Midstate Chamber of Commerce! This is OPEN TO EVERYONE to be a part of our 125th Anniversary. For $25 (plus processing fee), your name and/or company will be listed in the 125th Dinner & Awards Celebra..." (Facebook) Meriden YMCA: "Join us for the MYT Junior Company's fall show! This show is for students in grades 5-8. Register now online or by phone at 203.235.6386 if your membership is up to date, or in person at the Meriden YMCA. #frozenjr #meridenymca #myt #mus..." (Facebook) Meriden YMCA: "Lunch time in the infant room at the Meriden YMCA Early Learning Center at Johnson Ave." (Facebook) Meriden YMCA: "Are you ready for some ? Sign up now for Meriden-New Britain-Berlin YMCA NFL Flag Football! Call 203.235.6386 or 860.229.3787 to register. You can also register online through our website or in person at the Y. #TBT #NFL #FallFootball ..." (Facebook) Our Lady Queen of Angels, Meriden CT: "Message from Father Sievel: Haitian Health Foundation, Jeremie, Haiti is where we work each year (except during the Pandemic) The Flyer speaks for itself. Any help you provide will assist this work. Checks can be made payable to Haitian ..." (Facebook) Girls Inc. of Meriden: "Registration for our fall programs opens on Tuesday, September 7th. This session has many new offerings for girls of all ages from elementary through high school. Please have a look at our brochure and let us know of any questions on whi..." (Facebook) Meriden YMCA: "Labor Day Weekend Schedule: All of our facilities will be closed Monday September 6th except our Mountain Mist Outdoor Center which will be open 12:00 - 8:00 p.m. Enjoy the holiday weekend! #meridenymca #nbbymca #laborday" (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! 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