BOE Member Steps Down + 3-Alarm Fire: Meriden News

Meriden CT

15 October, 2021

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Welcome back, Meriden. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Saturday, Oct. 16. First, today's weather: Increasingly windy. High: 75 Low: 50. Here are the top stories today in Meriden: Longtime Meriden educator steps down from Board of Education: A longtime educator in the district has stepped down after two years on the board. (Meriden Record-Journal) 1 Killed In 3-Alarm Fire In Hamden: One person was killed, and several residents were displaced after a three-alarm fire at an apartment building in Hamden on Thursday night. (Hamden Patch) BREAKING: Newington police investigation underway at motel: Officers responded to the Carrier Motor Lodge Thursday night. (WFSB) PHOTOS (Meriden Record-Journal) Today in Meriden: Meriden Patch Notebook United Rhythms Dance Studio: "Best Dance Studio! Thank you to all who voted for United Rhythms and thank you to my amazing teachers! Lyzbeth @lyzbethmusic_lanena Jenn @jenniferbuonfiglio Marsha @nyocha_1109 Devon @devon.alers Nate @nate.markman Priscilla @priscillaba..." (Facebook) Platt Panther Football: "Platt hosts Hall tonight at Falcon Field! Kickoff is at 6:30 PM." (Facebook) Knights of Columbus Silver City Council No. 2, Meriden, Connecticut: "Our new sign now welcomes all to the Blessed Michael McGivney Prayer Garden. Excellent work by Macri SIgns." (Facebook) Girls Inc. of Meriden: "This week our girls had a blast with The Chocolate Chip Bakery learning to decorate their very own Mini Cookie Monster Cake. This is one of several events that are part of our NEW Teen Passport Program which gives girls in middle and hig..." (Facebook) Midstate Chamber of Commerce: "Congratulations to our members, Moran's and Thompson Chocolate!" (Facebook) Midstate Chamber of Commerce: "Join us in welcoming this new chamber member and business in our community! Ribbon cutting with Deputy Mayor Cardona will take place at 5:30pm sharp." (Facebook) Meriden YMCA: "Happy National Dessert Day! Here are some ideas from Food Network. https://www.foodnetwork.com/healthy/packages/healthy-every-week/healthy-desserts/healthy-dessert-recipe-ideas" (Facebook) United Rhythms Dance Studio: "Saturday mornings at 11:00! Get yourself moving with Rose and Jenn's dance fitness class! Great way to work out-sweat-dance -and laugh!! Love our Saturday mornings! Join us tomorrow! #fitness #noexcuse #doit #justdoit #dance #health #fee..." (Facebook) Meriden YMCA: "#TBT Throwback to 2016 Indoor Soccer! Indoor Soccer is back at the Y starting November 6th for players ages 4-9 years old. Registration is open now. Call us at (203) 235-6386 to register. #meridenymca #indoorsoccer #mnbbysports" (Facebook) Meriden YMCA: "Do you need to renew your lifeguard certification? The New Britain YMCA is hosting a recertification class this Sunday October 17th. A limited number of spots are available. Call (860) 229-3787 for more information. #americanredcross #li..." (Facebook) The Salvation Army - Meriden, CT: "Poverty in the U.S. increased in 2020 due to the pandemic's effect on the economy and soaring unemployment. The Salvation Army works to support those facing poverty everyday with rent and utility assistance. Tune in to The Salvation Army..." (Facebook) Meriden YMCA: "Purchase a beautiful holiday wreath and support our Meriden-New Britain-Berlin YMCA Seals Swim Team. Orders are due 10/29. All items will be ready for pick-up at the downtown Meriden Y on Saturday, November 20th from 1 - 5 p.m. and Sunda..." (Facebook) Midstate Chamber of Commerce: "FUN - sharing for our member!" (Facebook) Midstate Chamber of Commerce: "Sharing for our member, Women & Families Center. WFC Open DOHR Employment Training Program - what a COOL way to support this organization. Here's the link: https://womenfamilies.networkforgood.com/events/32511-doobie-brother-s-5oth-reuni..." (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: Celebrate Boss's Day With 15 Percent Off Flowers And Gifts (October 16) Midstate BNI Visitors Day (October 22) Add your event If you're loving 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? You can email me at [email protected].