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Hey there, Naugatuck! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Naugatuck man faces 15-count federal indictment in child exploitation case
  • Police seek tips after assault at New Haven Road McDonald’s
  • Which Naugatuck students just made WCSU’s prestigious Dean’s List?

Also on today's calendar: 250th Celebration.

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

Weather forecast:

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  • Saturday: Cloudy with afternoon rain, with a high of 41 and low of 35 degrees.
  • Sunday: Increasing amounts of sun, temps: high: 46, low: 24.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and colder, with a high of 39 and low of 25 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Indictment Charges Naugatuck Man With Producing, Possessing Child Pornography: Feds (patch.com) — Naugatuck residents are being alerted that a 22-year-old local man has been federally indicted on multiple child exploitation charges after investigators say he coerced an 8-year-old and many other minors online. Authorities report thousands of illicit images and videos were found on seized devices, and the defendant is currently free on bond under strict monitoring and internet restrictions.
   

2. Police Seek ID Of Suspect In Assault At McDonald's In Naugatuck: PD (patch.com) — Naugatuck police are asking for help from local residents after an assault at the New Haven Road McDonald’s left one person with a head injury and the suspect fled in a gray car. Anyone who recognizes the person involved or has information is urged to contact Naugatuck police or use the department’s confidential tip line.
   

3. Naugatuck Students Named To WCSU Fall 2025 Dean's List (patch.com) — Naugatuck residents can celebrate several local students who earned a spot on Western Connecticut State University’s Fall 2025 Dean’s List, spanning majors from music education to psychology. WCSU awards the honor to full-time students who complete at least 12 credits with a 3.5 semester GPA and no incompletes.
   

4. Here are 25 CIAC girls indoor track and field athletes to keep an eye on for the 2025-26 season (ncadvertiser.com) — One of the state’s top returning indoor track stars is Naugatuck High senior Lauren Kropo, last year’s GametimeCT Indoor Track Female Player of the Year. She swept three events at the Class L championships, set class records in the 300 and 600, and added two State Open golds, putting Naugatuck firmly on the statewide track map.
   

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    Thursday January 15
  • 250th Celebration
    Dunkin', 35 Bridge St, Naugatuck, CT, 06770
    5:00 pm

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