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  • Why a Hartford drug sweep includes a Groton resident

Also on today's calendar: SHE-Song.History.Energy-The Women of Music.

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• 10 people arrested in Hartford drug sweep, police say (trumbulltimes.com) — A large Hartford narcotics sweep led to 10 arrests and the seizure of fentanyl, cocaine, cash, and a handgun, and one of those arrested is listed as being from Groton. While the operation took place in Hartford, it still connects back to Groton through that resident’s alleged involvement, highlighting how regional drug enforcement efforts can touch local communities.
   

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