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🌱 Patch AM: Plans For Historic Restaurant Chain To Set Up In Glastonbury Plaza Clear Regulatory Hurdle

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Hello Glastonbury! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Colony Grill clears key hurdle for new Somerset Square location
  • Crash damage shuts Hebron Avenue and cuts power to residents
  • How Jayden Korber powered Glastonbury’s narrow win over Southington

Also on today's calendar: New Year's Eve Celebration: Sharing a Compassionate Intention and 1 more event.

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Today's riddle: I think I’ll wear only one boot today. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Wednesday: Breezy with variable clouds, with a high of 32 and low of 26 degrees.
  • Thursday: Breezy with a few flurries, temps: high: 30, low: 11. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Friday: Brisk and cold with some sun, with a high of 27 and low of 18 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Plans For Historic Restaurant Chain To Set Up In Glastonbury Plaza Clear Regulatory Hurdle (patch.com) — Glastonbury residents could soon see a new Colony Grill move into the former Coldwater Creek space at Somerset Square, after the town’s Architectural and Site Design Review Committee offered unanimous support. The plan includes a new rear entry, outdoor dining, and a black-themed canopy, with final approval now resting with local planning and zoning officials.
   

• Busy Road In Glastonbury Re-Opens After Hours Of Crash Repairs (patch.com) — Drivers in Glastonbury faced a major disruption after a crash knocked down a utility pole on Hebron Avenue, cutting power to more than 100 residents and closing the road for hours. Eversource crews and state transportation officials worked through the evening to restore electricity and safely reopen the busy stretch between Weir Street and Pembroke Terrace.
   

• Connecticut boys basketball top performers and games to watch (Dec. 29) (ctpost.com) — Glastonbury junior guard Jayden Korber poured in 24 points to lead Glastonbury’s boys basketball team to a tight 58-55 win over Southington, earning recognition among Connecticut’s top performers. The roundup spotlights standout stat lines from players across the state and notes an upcoming marquee matchup between East Catholic and St. Bernard.
   

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  • Any recommendations for a plumber who can extend the laundry connection from the basement to the in-law suite?
    I already have an electrician for the connection. (Nextdoor Glastonbury Center)
  • Connecticut firefighters battled a two-alarm fire at an abandoned three-story apartment building in Hartford's South End, operating defensively.
    8:03AM on Dec 30: Connecticut firefighters go defensive to battle a two-alarm abandoned apartment fire. (Nextdoor )
  • Busy Bees North America posted a job opening for Child Care Associate Center Director in Glastonbury. Apply here.
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