🌱 Frankenfish Are Real And They Are In CT + The Bobcat Had Rabies

Morning, neighbors! It's me, Karena Garrity, your host of the Essex-Chester-Deep River Patch newsletter. Here's all the local news you need to know right now, including:

• Have you heard of a Frankenfish?
• Do you like to cruise for chicks?
• Rabid bobcat.

But first, today's weather: Partly sunny and very warm. High: 86 Low: 68.

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

1. Have you seen a Frankenfish? This odd fish with an even odder name has reportedly been spotted in Connecticut and it's not a good thing. According to the Patch article written by Rich Kirby, "[The Frankenfish is a harmful, invasive species of fish with sharp teeth and python-esque skin that can travel over land for days outside of water. It's [been spotted] in Connecticut, and 14 other states and the District of Columbia. (Patch)
2. Looking for a fun and exciting way to cruise for chicks on the Connecticut River? The RiverQuest has got you covered. According to CT Insider, "The Cruising for Chicks boat ride is set to take off from the Connecticut River Museum on July 8 at 10 a.m. and will be around two hours to two and a half hours long. The boat will take guests to see osprey nests and watch young birds take some of their first flights. Aside from ospreys, guests might have a chance to spot other native birds like bald eagles, hawks and ducks. (CT Insider)
3. It has been confirmed by the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection that the bobcat that attacked a camp counselor on Selden's Island last Friday did in fact have rabies. This disease is treatable in humans. The DEEP warns that if you come into contact with a wild bobcat make load noises, leave slowly and don't run. (KAKE)

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Today in Essex-Chester-Deep River:

Thursday, July 6

• Grove Street Story Time! (10:00 AM)
• Sounds of Nature with DPNC (Ages 4-12) (3:00 PM)
• What to Do With a Blank Page? A Writing Workshop with Nancy Tandon (4:00 PM)
• Adult Crafting: Mixed-media Collage (5:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Rotary Club of Chester, CT: "The best part of the holiday captured in these beautiful photos by Katherine and Markey! Happy Fourth of July! See the photos at https://runsignup.com/Race/Photos/CT/Chester/ChesterRotarysFourontheFourth" (Rotary Club of Chester, CT via Facebook)
• Tri-Town Youth Services Bureau: "Community members, we need you... to fill out our Suicide Prevention needs assessment. The link to this survey can be found in the comments." (Tri-Town Youth Services Bureau via Facebook)
• Deep River Public Library: "Deep River Library has gone to the dogs! Learn about pet safety and then visit with a therapy animal to practice how to be kind, caring and safe around our four-legged friends! Registration is required." (Deep River Public Library via Facebook)
• Essex Library: "Next week! Signing Rocks: Animals & Colors Online via Zoom, July 11, 3-3:45. Play games and activities that are fun while learning various signs in ASL! This is an excellent class for beginners, intermediate learners and can also be enjoyed by individuals with more advanced skills." (Essex Library via Facebook)

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— Karena Garrity

About me: Journalism is in my veins. I have been a community reporter for the better part of the past 20 years. I love my 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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