Meriden Daily: Good Samaritan + Marijuana Dispensary Proposal

Meriden CT

08 September, 2021

3:10 PM

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Welcome back, Meriden. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Thursday, Sept. 9. 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: Rain until evening. High: 74 Low: 58. Here are the top stories today in Meriden: Passerby helps pedestrian struck by van in downtown Meriden: A nursing assistant helped a pedestrian who was hit by a van near Cedar Park on Tuesday. (Meriden Record-Journal) Marijuana dispensary proposed for West Main Street in Meriden: The city's Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposal for a marijuana dispensary. (Meriden Record-Journal) Back-to-School Authority: Meriden finds new ways to bring students back to class (WFSB) Meriden blogger recommends local spots to view fall foliage (Meriden Record-Journal) Who's Hiring Throughout Meriden: This Week's Newest Job Openings (Meriden Patch) Today's Meriden Daily is brought to you by our friends at FTD, the most trusted name in flowers. FTD's network includes over 8,800 local florists in communities around the country. Send flowers to someone you care about today and get a 15% discount on your order. Click here to make someone feel awesome. Today in Meriden: B Cycle 9th, 12th Shop, 10th, 11th Academics (7:25 AM) Virtual Human Services Committee - City of Meriden Council & Board Meetings (5:30 PM) Virtual Library Building Committee - City of Meriden Council & Board Meetings (6:00 PM) Meriden Patch Notebook Meriden Humane Society: "Meet Kizmet and Valentine! They are our resident allergy sufferers but oh, so cute and loving. Both have allergies to food and various types of trees and both are on a special diet and medication. Since they have environmental allergies,..." (Facebook) Meriden Humane Society: "Babe Ruth had a long stint in the hospital and gave us some big scares, but we are thrilled to report he is well enough to come home! We are still in need of donations toward the cost of his medical bills." (Facebook) Midstate Chamber of Commerce: "Are you an entrepreneur, small business owner, or thinking of starting a business? Take advantage of this FREE Event! On Wednesday, September 29th, visit Il Monticello for our Entrepreneur and Small Business Resource Fair! This fair will..." (Facebook) Knights of Columbus Silver City Council No. 2, Meriden, Connecticut: "The Knights of Columbus will be holding our annual Tootsie Roll Drive after all of the masses this weekend at Our Lady of Queen of Angels Parish. We will be at the 4:00 p.m. Mass at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church and the 5:15 p.m. Mass ..." (Facebook) Meriden Soccer Club: "Please come support the Maloney Girls Soccer team at our annual car wash and can/bottle drive! The car wash is September 11th 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, stop by before or after In-Town Saturday. You can drop off your cans and bottles at the sch..." (Facebook) Our Lady Queen of Angels, Meriden CT: "The Knights of Columbus will be holding their annual Tootsie Roll Drive after all of the masses this weekend." (Facebook) Boys & Girls Club of Meriden: "If you sign your child up for our Afterschool Enrichment Program by September 15, all programs and activities for the 21/22 year will be included in your Membership ($50 p/yr.) and your weekly fees ($30 p/wk.). Children signed up after 9..." (Facebook) Our Lady Queen of Angels, Meriden CT: "Please save the date of September 24th for a Blood Drive at our Holy Angels Campus sponsored by the Knights of Columbus from 9:30am to 5 pm. The blood supply is very low, please consider donating!" (Facebook) The Cove Center for Grieving Children: "Express gratitude for what you have now as you go after the things you want. #wellnesswednesday #quoteoftheday #begrateful #givethanks #selflove #growth #griefawareness #griefjoueny #hope #healing #mentalhealthmatters #gratitude #lookfor..." (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: 19th Annual Cruise Night (September 9) 9/11 20th Anniversary Tribute (September 11) Oddfellows Playhouse Youth Theater Open House September 2021 (September 11) Welcome Back Jamboree! (September 12) Fore St. Pete's Sake -- 9th Annual Golf Tournament (October 1) Add your event You're officially in the loop for today! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with another update. If you're loving these newsletters, consider bringing some friends and neighbors on board. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Chris Rhatigan About me: Chris Rhatigan is a freelance writer and editor. He has previously worked for publications such as The New Haven Register and The Iowa City Press-Citizen. Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Meriden Daily? Reach out anytime to [email protected].