Football Championship + Health Department Stretched Across Sites

Meriden CT

14 December, 2021

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Welcome back, Meriden. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Wednesday, Dec. 15. First, today's weather: A p.m. shower in places. High: 45 Low: 44. Here are the top stories in Meriden today: Maloney Captures First-Ever State Football Championship: An incredible performance by Josh Boganski led the Spartans to a 35-21 win over Windsor in the Class L finals. (Meriden Patch) Months after flooding, Meriden health department still stretched across sites (Meriden Record-Journal) Small business program targets diverse communities (Meriden Record-Journal) EDITORIAL: Challenges for youth in prison require solutions (Meriden Record-Journal) EDITORIAL: Going above and beyond academics at Maloney High School in Meriden (Meriden Record-Journal) Today's Meriden Daily is brought to you in part by our friends at GoodRx — the best way to save money on your prescriptions. GoodRx helps you locate the lowest prices for medications at local pharmacies, so you're not overpaying. Works for pet medications too! To see how much you can save, go to GoodRx.com. Today in Meriden: From my notebook: Meriden Animal Control-Saving Paws: "Thank you so much to everyone who has donated towards Rubi's care! We appreciate your help so much! Rubi is currently at our vet office and will be receiving her surgery to remove the mass today. Please send good thoughts Rubi's way!" (Facebook) Meriden Animal Control-Saving Paws: "*URGENT : MISSING DOG W/ MEDICAL ISSUES!!! Please contact the number provided on the flyer immediately with any sightings or info! If you cannot get ahold of the number provided and you have this dog, please contact the Meriden Police De..." (Facebook) Meriden Humane Society: "Meet our sweetheart of a senior, Ellen. Her holiday wish is to go home with a family who won't abandon her. Ellen is a sweet and loving senior who would love to find her way to your lap! Ellen has lived with other cats and would do well ..." (Facebook) Meriden Youth Theatre: "Dress rehearsals for Legally Blonde are underway! Reserve your tickets today!" (Facebook) Boys & Girls Club of Meriden: "Thank you to Mike, Michael, Ryan, Meghan and Todd, the 3M employees who came out to the Club and helped us with our "Project Learn" homework help program and our "Food For Thought" daily meals program. They were wonderful with our member..." (Facebook) The Cove Center for Grieving Children: "Today, we remember all the lives lost too soon at Sandy Hook—the twenty first graders and the six brave educators—and wish healing to all of those affected by this immense loss. The family and friends of many of those who died have creat..." (Facebook) Midstate Chamber of Commerce: "The Department of Public Health will be holding a vaccination clinic for ages 5 & up this Thursday, December 16th from 1pm to 7 pm. This event will take place at 284 Washington Street in Wallingford. Minors receiving the vaccine MUST hav..." (Facebook) United Way of Meriden and Wallingford: "WOW!!! A huge, THANK YOU, to our Wallingford Rotary Club friends for generously donating $5,615 to our UW through their participation in the Liberty Bank Foundation Thanksgiving Food Drive project so we can continue providing food to Wal..." (Facebook) United Rhythms Dance Studio: "Now enrolling new students! United Rhythms Dance Studio -Meriden has new classes beginning for all levels. Classes start at the age of 2-Adult. Call 860 614 7337 to get started! #hiphop #teens #adults #kids #ctkids #dancers #dance #merid..." (Facebook) The Cove Center for Grieving Children: "Here's your Tuesday tip: Make lists! We know this is a hectic time of year and hopefully some of these things are checked off your list already . To keep track of all your activities try to write everything down so you have more time to..." (Facebook) Meriden YMCA: "Get your tickets to this weekend's shows at https://meridenyouththeater.com/myt.ludus.com." (Facebook) The Salvation Army - Meriden, CT: "There's still time to make Christmas bright for children in need! https://tinyurl.com/MeridenAng... You can also adopt an angel at most Walmart Stores around the country. Together, we can ensure that #HopeMarchesOn for families in..." (Facebook) Meriden YMCA: ""If it doesn't challenge you, it doesn't change you." The Y offers a variety of fitness classes for all levels and personal training to help you reach your wellness goals. Come check us out! #meridenymca #mondaymotivation" (Facebook) Meriden YMCA: "Did you place your bids yet? The deadline is December 20th! The Seals Swim Team is having their second annual holiday fundraiser with amazing auction items including the very hard to find PS5! Items include: 1. Nintendo Switch bundle 2. ..." (Facebook) Meriden YMCA: "What's better than a 50/50 drawing? How about a 70/30 drawing! That's right, we are offering a chance to win $700! Who couldn't use that at Christmas time? This auction item will be $10 a number with 100 spots. To enter, please go to the..." (Facebook) Meriden YMCA: "Up next in our Seals Swim Team holiday raffle is the Blackstone 4-Burner Liquid Propane Flat Top Grill. This 36 in. griddle will instantly upgrade your porch or patio. All of that space on the griddle means you can prep multiple foods at..." (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Taculto Tacos — (Visit website) Add your business here Events: "Last Chance" Electric Bike Sale! (Branford, CT) (December 18) Holiday Bazaar & Festival 4 Luke (December 18) Franklin Johnson Mansion Annual Victorian Open House (December 19) Wallingford Symphony Orchestra Holiday Concert (December 19) Auditions: Alice in Wonderland ! (December 20) Brighten The First Day Of Winter With 15 Percent Off FTD's Sunniest Blooms (December 21) Add your event Loving the Meriden Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers Send me a news tip or suggestion at [email protected] You're officially in the loop for today. See you all tomorrow for another update! — 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.