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In today's newsletter:
- Police seek tips after $1,300 cologne theft at Waterford CVS
- Could a fake emergency call trick your Waterford grandparents this season?
- Can Waterford’s boys’ swim team bounce back after losing ECC champions?
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Today's riddle: The doctor told me to drink carrot juice after a hot bath. - Did it help? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Find out what's happening in Waterfordfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Wednesday: Breezy with periods of sun, with a high of 43 and low of 27 degrees.
- Thursday: Periods of sun, temps: high: 47, low: 44.
- Friday: Very windy; morning rain, with a high of 54 and low of 27 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Man Swiped $1,300 Worth Of Cologne From Waterford Store, Police Say (patch.com) — Waterford police are asking for the public’s help after a man reportedly stole about $1,300 in cologne from the CVS on Boston Post Road, then fled on a moped. Officers released photos of the suspect, described his clothing, and provided contact information for tips from residents. 
• Police Warn About 'Grandparent Scam' In Waterford (patch.com) — Waterford police are warning residents, especially seniors, about a fast-rising “grandparent scam” where callers pose as relatives in emergencies and demand money. Officers urge residents to verify calls with family, never share personal or banking details, avoid gift cards or crypto payments, and contact local police if something feels suspicious.
• H.S. boys' swimming / 2025-26 preview capsules (theday.com) — Waterford High’s boys’ swim team, paired with Ledyard, is rebuilding after losing two ECC champions but returns a motivated core aiming to improve on last year’s 3–7 record. Coach Amy Poulton highlights strong returning swimmers and a hardworking roster in a broader preview of ECC boys’ swimming.
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10:00 am - Brain Flex for Memory Skills and Cognitive Training
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10:30 am - Ukrainian Opera Singer and Holiday Folk Songs at Senior Services
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12:00 pm - Canasta
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12:30 pm - TABLE TENNIS Open Play
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Thursday December 18
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🗓 Events Nearby
- YA Arts & Crafts Club for Grades 5-8
East Lyme Public Library , 39 Society Rd , Niantic
3:30 pm - After School Art Club 5-8yrs
Doodles Kids Art Lab , 55 Pennsylvania Ave , Niantic
4:15 pm - Finance Committee
Ledyard Calendar , 741 Colonel Ledyard Hwy , Ledyard
5:00 pm - Community Relations Committee For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Organizational Meeting
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6:15 pm
Wednesday December 17
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🗞 Nearby News
New London
- Blaze Rips Through New London Garage, Destroying 2 Vehicles (patch.com)
- What to know about homelessness in New London County (norwichbulletin.com)
- Menorah lighting in New London marks Hanukkah with message of light amid global uncertainty (theday.com)
Niantic
- Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; A CHORUS LINE Leads Best Musical! (broadwayworld.com)
Groton
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