🌱 Patch AM: Lane Closures Expected On Gold Star Bridge In Groton

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In today's newsletter:

• Gold Star Bridge work to slow I-95 traffic through Groton
• Mark your calendar for Groton’s curbside Christmas tree pickups

Also on today's calendar: Dream Big: School Choice Fair and 1 more event.

Today's riddle: What did one pirate say to the other? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Saturday: Cloudy with afternoon rain, with a high of 43 and low of 39 degrees.
• Sunday: Rain and drizzle in the a.m., temps: high: 46, low: 29.
• Monday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 40 and low of 32 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Lane Closures Expected On Gold Star Bridge In Groton (patch.com) — Drivers in Groton should prepare for lane and shoulder closures on the I-95 northbound Gold Star Bridge this Sunday and Monday as crews conduct geotechnical work for a major rehabilitation project. The Connecticut DOT warns that schedules could shift with weather, and state police will be on site while motorists are urged to slow down through the work zone.
   

• Info Released On Christmas Tree Collection In Groton (patch.com) — Groton residents are getting curbside Christmas tree pickup on three upcoming Wednesdays, with collections starting early in the morning. Trees must be placed at the curb by 7 a.m. without plastic bags, and the city is offering additional details online for anyone needing more guidance.
   

📸 Around Groton

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Groton

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★ Featured events ★

Saturday January 10

• Dream Big: School Choice Fair
  Marine Science Magnet High School, 130 Shennecossett Rd, Groton, CT, 06340,
  10:00 am

Saturday February 7

• SHE-Song.History.Energy-The Women of Music
  Garde Arts Center, 325 State St, New London
  8:00 pm
• SHE - Song. History. Energy. Iconic Women of Music
  Garde Arts Center, 325 State St, New London
  8:00 pm

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Other local events

Sunday January 11

• Mark Reichard Solo
  Elks Lodge 2163 , 700 Shennecossett Rd , Groton
  12:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Saturday January 10

• Dinosaur World Live
  Garde Arts Center , 325 State St , New London
  11:00 am
• Julian McCullough at Comix Roadhouse
  Comix Roadhouse , 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd , Uncasville
  6:00 pm
• Corey Rodrigues
  Garde Arts Center , 325 State St , New London
  8:00 pm
• Comedy Night at The Garde Arts Center
  Garde Arts Center , 325 State St , New London
  8:00 pm

Sunday January 11

• Brad Bensko
  Rocks 21 , 3 Williams Ave , Mystic
  11:00 am

Monday January 12

• Southeastern Connecticut Water Authority Regular Meeting
  Waterford, CT Calendar , 15 Rope Ferry Road BOE Conference Room upstairs , Waterford
  5:15 pm
• GLPA Board of Directors & Zoning Commission Meeting
  Anchor Dockside , 50 Beach Rd , Groton
  7:00 pm

Tuesday January 13

• Design Review Board Meeting
  Waterford, CT Calendar Waterford, CT 06385
  4:00 pm
• Library Board of Trustees
  Waterford, CT Calendar , Waterford Public Library conference room , Waterford
  6:00 pm

Wednesday January 14

• SCRRRA Board Meeting
  Waterford, CT Calendar , Southeastern Connecticut Regional Resources Recove 7 Hurlbutt Rd , Gales Ferry
  2:00 pm
• Economic Development Commission
  Waterford, CT Calendar Waterford, CT 06385
  5:00 pm

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Thank you 👏👏👏 to the local businesses for making Groton PatchAM possible:

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• Deans Mill Farm — (860) 245-5487
  Rustic-chic private farm venue in scenic Stonington, CT
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• California Closets — (203) 924-8444
  Custom Storage Solutions for the Whole Home
• Werrlein Companies — (860) 785-0125
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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Hello everyone,
  I’m currently looking for a licensed insurance broker or agent in Connecticut who can assist with Workers’ Compensation insurance for a small service… (Nextdoor Buddington Rd)

• Hersha Hospitality Management, LP posted a job opening for Spa Attendant in Groton. Apply here.
• General Dynamics posted a job opening for Welder Entry Level & Semi-Skilled in Groton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Groton here.

🗞 Nearby News

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• Here are 15 Connecticut CIAC high school gymnasts to watch in the 2025-26 season (thehour.com)
• Brick Golf Tech Manager Dies Suddenly At 27: Remembering Jake Rasmussen (dailyvoice.com)

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