🌱Message Of Hate In Deep River + Chester First Night

Good morning, Essex-Chester-Deep River! I'm here in your inbox per usual to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town.

First, today's weather:

A morning shower; cloudy. High: 76 Low: 55.

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

1. According to what has been posted on the Deep River Town website, Wednesday morning, the Town of Deep River woke up to a message of hate written on the Town message board. Thankfully, the message was quickly taken down. However, there is great concern that messages such as this are being written at all! And, in response to this matter, the town leaders will be working with schools, Tri-Town Youth Services Bureau, churches, local legislators and neighboring communities to arrange for conversations and programs directed toward education, communication, and healing. If you have information at all about this incident please call 860-526-6027.(Town of Deep River)
2. It's June, and the unofficial start of summer, and you know what that means in the town of Chester. First night will be held tonight in downtown Chester. Shops and businesses will be open with special sales and snacks. Stop by, enjoy the evening with friends and family and check out something new in Chester. (Facebook)
3. The Chester budget for fiscal year 2022-2023, which is $15,329,800, has been approved. It reportedly represents a 3.15 percent increase over the current town budget and calls for an unchanged mill rate. (Zip06)
4. On Saturday from 2 to 10 p.m., Middletown will reportedly hold the state's largest Pride celebration. “My mission is to save lives, make sure that everyone has the same human rights as everyone else and can live to their most fulfilling life experiences,” said LGBTQIA+ Commission member and Pride march organizer Laura Timmons in an article in the Middletown Press. In its first year, the 2019 Pride observance drew 15,000 people downtown, this year, the hope is for an even larger number. Middletown Pride, includes a march, showcase concerts, rally, and numerous other themed activities throughout June. (Middletown Press)

Today in Essex-Chester-Deep River:

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From my notebook:

• Deep River Farms: "How to drink a latte. 1. Contemplate. 2. Enjoy the aroma. 3. Dive in!! Thanks Felix." (Deep River Farms via Facebook)
• Essex Steam Train & Riverboat: "Are you ready for a summer adventure on the beautiful Connecticut River? We are! Book your private charter for up to 40 people today! We are excited to share our newest riverboat addition with you." (Essex Steam Train & Riverboat via Facebook)
• Chester CT Historical Society: "Where We Ate; Where We Eat" - our new exhibit opens June 3, from 5 to 7-ish p.m. with beverages and snacks. The exhibit focuses on the restaurants of Chester - past and present." (Chester CT Historical Society via Facebook)
• Essex Board of Trade: "Welcome Surfridge! Our newest member fills a much needed beer shaped spot in our hearts. This place has it all: Beer, great food, music, outdoor space and great vibes. Stop by as soon as you can!" (Essex Board of Trade via Facebook)
• Town of Essex – Government: "2022 Connecticut Child Tax Rebate" (Town of Essex – Government via Facebook)
• Essex Library: "There's no better time to pick up an LGBTQ+ book than Pride Month! Need help finding somewhere to get started? Here are some great lists of great LGBTQ+ books:" (Essex Library via Facebook)
• Tri-Town Youth Services Bureau: "Welcome to Pride Month neighbors! For the month of June, we will focus on celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community and sharing community education content! “Equality means more than passing laws. The struggle is really won in the hearts." (Tri-Town Youth Services Bureau via Facebook)
• Deep River Public Library: "Look at the absolutely beautiful art from the students at the Steward Outdoor School! Miss Elaine visited last month and shared her book, Anglerfish: The Seadevil of the Deep." (Deep River Public Library via Facebook)
• Essex Library: "Summer travel season is coming. Whether you're ready to plan that trip abroad or feel more comfortable with a staycation, summer is the time for fun. As a reminder, the Essex Library is NO LONGER ABLE to process passport applications." (Essex Library via Facebook)

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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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