🌱Cold, Snow In Winter Forecast + Public Hearing In Deep River

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First, today's weather:

A p.m. shower in places. High: 81 Low: 62.

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

1. According to the town of Deep River website, the Town Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, August 18 at 7 p.m. via Zoom Videoconference, for the following:

• Continuation of hearing for a special permit for conversion of an existing barn into 600 square feet retail space for 11 Union St. Applicant: Jennie Maneri.
• Continuation of hearing for modification of an existing special permit for Solid Waste Volume Reduction Facility/Transfer Station at 400 Commercial Drive. Applicant: Eastern Transfer Station.
• Text amendment application to revise Sections 4.23 and 7B.17 regarding “social clubs,” Applicant: Scandinavian United Society.
• Text amendment application to add new Section 4.16.8 (“Prohibited Uses”) to prohibit Cannabis Retailer and Hybrid Retailer businesses in all zoning districts; Applicant: Deep River Planning and Zoning Commission.
• The public may speak and submit written communications until the close of the public hearing. for additional details e-mail zoning@deepriverct.us. (Town of Deep River)

2. It may be a little early to already be talking about the winter forecast here in the Nutmeg State, however, the Farmer's Almanac is calling for some cold temperatures this winter season so enjoy the sunshine while you can. According to an article written by Patch Staffer Rich Kirby, "if the farmers are on the money, plan on it being bitterly cold after the first of the year. The almanac calls for [the] first flake [of] fall the second weekend in November. Wet snow is expected Thanksgiving week in the run-up to Turkey Day, with skies clearing and temps dropping on the big day itself. The forecasters call for a period of light snow, then rain, in the first week of December, triggered by storms moving up through the Appalachians. There'll be glimpses of light snow in the state in the beginning of Christmas week, but that will turn to rain around before Christmas Eve, according to the Almanac. The forecast for the last week of the year is a miserable one: a mix of rain, snow and cold temperatures. January is nearly a complete write-off in Connecticut and much of New England, according to the Farmers." So I guess we should brace ourselves for some pretty severe winter weather, and then some! After all, this is New England! (Patch)

3. Though the economy has taken a tumble, don't let that deter you; many local employers in the Essex-Chester-Deep River area are still looking to fill openings on their staff. Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time work, we've got you covered. Each week, Patch and ZipRecruiter put together a list of the latest local jobs listed in the region. Here are some of the top jobs currently available in Essex-Chester-Deep River and across greater Connecticut. (Essex-Chester-Deep River Patch)

From my notebook:

• Essex Library: "Miss Nicole has been hard at work this past week improving the young adult side of the library! The shelves are neat and tidy and ready for you to start taking books out. New books now have a dedicated shelf for display." (Essex Library via Facebook)
• Ivoryton Library Association: "Children of all ages are invited to join African-American storyteller, Momma J, for an afternoon of stories that will allow you to smile, laugh and wonder. Call the Ivoryton Library to register for the event. 860-767-1252" (Ivoryton Library Association via Facebook)
• Ivoryton Library Association: "Bioluminescence! This program examines creatures that glow, the causes and effects of bioluminescence and the ways in which understanding it can benefit us. Pre- Register for link by email ebartlett@ivorytonlibrary.org" (Ivoryton Library Association via Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Essex Village: "Hi! Looking for a plumber to install some toilets… Would welcome recommendations! Thanks!" (Nextdoor)

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— Karena Garrity

About me: I am a native of Connecticut, who currently resides in the Tri-Town community of Chester, Deep River and Essex. I have been a community reporter for the better part of the past 20 years. I love my small town community and I am honored to be a part of Patch.com. You can reach me at; karena.garrity@patch.com.

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