Meriden Daily: Free COVID Testing + Weapons Charges

Meriden CT

13 September, 2021

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Welcome back, Meriden. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Tuesday, Sept. 14. 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: Mostly cloudy throughout the day. High: 77 Low: 67. Here are the top stories in Meriden today: As COVID cases rise, Meriden looks to increase access to free testing: The city will open a free COVID-19 testing site in response to the growing number of cases. (Meriden Record-Journal) Guns hidden in fanny pack, sweatshirt thrown out as suspects flee Meriden police: Three men are facing multiple charges after they fled from police. (WFSB) Through resilience, hope, family from Puerto Rico found success in Meriden across generations: The family that came to Meriden from Puerto Rico shared their story recently. (Meriden Record-Journal) Feds: Former Meriden woman gets prison on child exploitation offense (New Haven Register) Meriden-Area Unemployment Rate Worsened In July: Feds (Meriden Patch) Today's Meriden Daily is brought to you by our friends at Ring, the home security company. Ring does a lot more than doorbells: check out their full suite of smart home products at Ring.com. And thank you Ring for helping to make local news happen in Meriden! Today in Meriden: Virtual Municipal Pension Board - City of Meriden Council & Board Meetings (5:00 PM) Virtual Public Works and Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting (5:30 PM) Meriden Aviation Commission - City of Meriden Council & Board Meetings (6:00 PM) Meriden Patch Notebook Meriden Humane Society: "Senior Saturday has turned into second chance Sunday! Often times our adopters come in to meet our kitties, with a list of prospective candidates. And other times those lists become obsolete, when other kitties steal your heart. We are s..." (Facebook) Meriden Humane Society: "Lola Age: 2.5 years old Breed: Lab Mix Size- Medium – 45-55 lbs Kids: 12+ Dogs: No Cats: unknown Meet the lovely Lola! This beautiful girl came to MHS in the nick of time from another shelter when her stray hold was up. Lucky Lola is now..." (Facebook) Meriden Soccer Club: "Great game today by the U10 boys tied (2-2) against Amity. Goals by JJ and Sean." (Facebook) Meriden Hills Baptist: "09.12.2021 SUN PM | Anxiety: Part 2 | Forged Men's Group Join our Forged Men's Group as we continue our discussion on Anxiety." (Facebook) Midstate Chamber of Commerce: "ATTENTION Entrepreneurs! This is your last chance to be part of Connecticut's longest-running pitch competition and favorite networking opportunity in 2021 - CTNext's Entrepreneur Innovation Awards/EIA. Applications for the Fall 2021 Pit..." (Facebook) Meriden YMCA: "The New Britain YMCA is offering Salsa and Bachata lessons for anyone ages 18 and over. Dancing is a fun and exciting way to keep in shape. Come dance with us! #nbbymca #salsa #bachata https://www.nbbymca.org/programs/Arts/adult-dance-le..." (Facebook) Our Lady Queen of Angels, Meriden CT: "Last weekend was the start of our 2021 Parish Annual Collection. If you have not yet sent in your pledge, please prayerfully consider your gift and return it to the main office, offertory box at Mass or by giving online through our websi..." (Facebook) Midstate Chamber of Commerce: "Mark your calendars! Visit 168 York Street Cafe on Thursday, September 30 for the Literacy Volunteers of Greater New Haven's Books and Brews Event! This used book sale will benefit the Literacy Volunteers. When you purchase a book, you w..." (Facebook) The Cove Center for Grieving Children: "Keeping it simple this Monday. We hope everyone takes some time today to set intentions & goals for the week ahead! #mindfulmonday #achieveyourgoals #mindfulness #mentalhealthmatters #suicidepreventionmonth #griefawareness #hope #healing..." (Facebook) Our Lady Queen of Angels: "Last weekend was the start of our 2021 Parish Annual Collection. If you have not yet sent in your pledge, please prayerfully consider your gift and return it to the main office, offertory box at Mass or by giving online through our webs..." (Instagram) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: Auditions for "A Midsummer Night's Dream" (September 15) Fore St. Pete's Sake -- 9th Annual Golf Tournament (October 1) Add your event If you're enjoying these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to follow along. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Chris Rhatigan About me: Chris Rhatigan is a freelance writer and editor. Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Meriden Daily? I'm all ears. You can contact me at [email protected].