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🌱 Patch AM: How a Supreme Court ruling just saved Groton taxpayers big money
Make time for Mental Health Collaboration Series on the Groton Patch calendar
What's up Groton! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How a Supreme Court ruling just saved Groton taxpayers big money
Also on today's calendar: Mental Health Collaboration Series.
Find out what's happening in Grotonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Find out what's happening in Grotonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Wednesday: Breezy with clouds and sun, with a high of 32 and low of 28 degrees.
- Thursday: Cold with periods of sun, temps: high: 30, low: 15. ⛄️ Brr!
- Friday: Partly sunny, brisk and cold, with a high of 29 and low of 22 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• In the LymeLight: A Legal Victory and a Scholar-Athlete (lymeline.com) — Groton taxpayers just avoided a major unexpected bill after the Connecticut Supreme Court ruled that retired town police officers are not entitled to Health Savings Account contributions given to active officers. Old Lyme-based attorneys representing Groton say the decision clarifies public-sector labor agreements and could influence municipal budgets across Connecticut, while the column also spotlights a local student-athlete’s academic honor. 
📸 Around Groton
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Groton
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★ Featured events ★
- Mental Health Collaboration Series
Lighthouse Inn, 6 W Guthrie Pl, New London
2:00 pm
Sunday January 4
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Other local events
- Wild Nights - New Years Bash - Live at The Barn!
The Barn , 13 Fort Hill Rd , Groton
9:30 pm - Coffee & Yoga
Outer Light Brewing Company , 266 Bridge St , Groton
10:00 am
Wednesday December 31
Sunday January 4
📣 Groton Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Casual Bridge
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9:00 am - Indoor Cornhole with Dan Spellman
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9:00 am - Knitting and Crocheting Club
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10:00 am - Vacation Santa Visits Mystic Aquarium!
Mystic Aquarium , 55 Coogan Blvd , Mystic
10:00 am - Medicare Counseling at Senior Services
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10:00 am - Blood Pressure Check- Drop In
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11:45 am - TABLE TENNIS Open Play
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1:00 pm - Kids Countdown to New Year's at Mystic Seaport
Mystic Seaport Museum , 75 Greenmanville Ave , Mystic
2:15 pm - Chess Club for Kids!
Mystic & Noank Library , 40 Library St , Mystic
4:30 pm - New Year's Eve - Late Seating — The Shipwright's Daughter
The Shipwright's Daughter , 20 E Main St , Mystic
5:00 pm
Wednesday December 31
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Thank you 👏👏👏 to the local businesses for making Groton PatchAM possible:
- Mindsee.it — (646) 663-8317
Teach your kids they can achieve the impossible! - California Closets — (203) 924-8444
Custom Storage Solutions for the Whole Home - Deans Mill Farm — (860) 245-5487
Rustic-chic private farm venue in scenic Stonington, CT - Monaco Ford of Niantic — (860) 739-5437
Experience The Monaco Difference. Extra Value. No Extra Cost - Kinderplay — (860) 910-8363
New Play Space Located Right Here in Groton - Werrlein Companies — (860) 785-0125
Coming to the Mystic Area January 2026
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Charity donation —Edward R Johnson Read on Patch
- US Government Jobs posted a job opening for Recreation Assistant (Fitness/Sports/Aquatics Support) in Groton. Apply here.
- Big Y posted a job opening for Produce/Floral Clerk in Groton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Groton here.
🗞 Nearby News
New London
- Connecticut boys basketball top performers and games to watch (Dec. 29) (nhregister.com)
- CBS News rendered worthless by a MAGA handmaiden (dailyfreeman.com)
- Connecticut Sun Celebrate the Holidays by Giving Back (oursportscentral.com)
Waterford
- If You Love 'Bridgerton,' These 12 U.S. Spots Feel Just Like the Show (onlyinyourstate.com)
- Community aids Waterford school with flood recovery donation drive (wnyt.com)
- East Lyme Police Need Help Finishing Santa's Final Route After Finding Roadside Gifts (dailyvoice.com)
Ledyard
Ok Groton! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
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