🌱 After More Than 3 Decades Liz Netsch Is Retiring + New Water Main

Hey, everybody! It's Wednesday in Essex-Chester-Deep River and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in town. In today's briefing, you'll find news about these stories and more...

• Liz Netsch is retiring.
• The housing market is never boring.
• New water main in Chester.

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Here are the top stories today in Essex-Chester-Deep River:

1. The Chester Parks and Recreation Department is losing its fearless leader. After 33 years as the director of Chester Park and Recreation, Liz Netsch has announced that it is time for her to retire and say goodbye. Her last day will reportedly be on May 12. According to Zip06.com, "Chester resident Aaron Page, a former teacher, camp counselor, and current president of the Chester Elementary School PTO [will be taking over the position]." Good luck, Liz! (Zip06.com)
2. "The local housing market is never boring, and there are a variety of homes to choose from these days. Let Patch be your go-to source for listings in and around the Essex-Chester-Deep River area. Keep reading to see what's been listed in your area. Want more photos and details? You can click on any property to learn more. Without further ado, here's a look at properties in the Essex-Chester-Deep River area. Happy house hunting!"(Essex-Chester-Deep River Patch)
3. Chester residents be warned that the week of May 8, Connecticut Water will begin installing a new water main on Kings Highway to replace the over 50-year-old pipe that is currently in place. According to Zip06.com, "About four-tenths of a mile (2,200 feet) of water main will be installed at a cost of approximately $1,400,000 in a project that is schedule to continue through August. Three fire hydrants will also be replaced as part of the project. The main and fire hydrants will provide additional fire protection for public safety and improved water quantity and quality to area residents. Work hours for the project will be from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. from Monday through Friday. The project is expected to be completed by Labor Day." (Zip06.com)

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Today in Essex-Chester-Deep River:

• Children's Book Week: Star Wars Scavenger Hunt (9:00 AM)
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From my notebook:

• Essex Steam Train & Riverboat: "We would like to welcome you to the Essex Steam Train platform 'speakeasy' where we will help you explore premium whiskey tastings curated especially for our 2nd annual event — back by popular demand! Whiskey and Blues!" (Essex Steam Train & Riverboat via Facebook)
• Tri-Town Youth Services Bureau: "Hot diggity dog, the kids have spoken, and we are shifting with their suggestions because we value their perspectives! We have added a SECOND session of Girls Empowerment Group but will only be holding one Creative Expression Camp." (Tri-Town Youth Services Bureau via Facebook)
• Town of Essex – Government: "Join us for the Annual Budget Town Meeting on Monday, May 8 at 7:30 p.m. For information go to www.essexct.gov." (Town of Essex – Government via Facebook)
• Tri-Town Youth Services Bureau: "National Prevention Week, May 7 to May 13, is a national public education platform bringing together communities and organizations to raise awareness about the importance of substance use prevention and positive mental health!" (Tri-Town Youth Services Bureau via Facebook)
• Town of Essex – Government: "Don't Trash Grass! Save Time and Money! Reduce Waste! Visit https://www.ct.gov/deep/cwp/vi... for more lawn tips!" (Town of Essex – Government via Facebook)
• Essex Library: "Terrific Toddlers & Twos: A Parent Discussion from 2-1-1 Childcare May 24 @ 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. Parents: Explore what makes toddlers unique and fun!" (Essex Library via Facebook)

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— Karena Garrity

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