Hello, friends! It’s Friday in Essex-Chester-Deep River and I’m back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what’s happening locally, including news about…
- New schedule for Shoreline East.
- Do you do business in Chester?
- Looking for a new job?
But first, today’s weather:
Sunny and delightful. High: 77 Low: 57.
Here are the top stories today in Essex-Chester-Deep River:
- As of September 5, Shore Line East will have an updated schedule, which will accommodate continuing construction for the Amtrak Fitter Interlocking Project. This is being done to improve Amtrak’s ability to perform track maintenance. Weekday and weekend schedules will be impacted. For a full schedule please click here. (Senator Norm Needleman via Facebook)
- Businesses in town take note! The town of Chester has issued a legal notice that states, “Pursuant to Section 12-40 of the Connecticut General Statutes, notice is hereby given that all persons conducting business in the Town of Chester must file a complete and accurate Declaration of all taxable personal property used in the conduct of their business as of October 1, 2023. Personal Property Declarations will be mailed to persons known to be conducting business in the Town of Chester. Whether or not you have received a Declaration, it is the business owner’s responsibility to file a Declaration (as defined in C.G.S. Sec. 1-2a) on or before Wednesday, November 1, 2023. Failure to file a Declaration which includes all personal property (and/or leased property), in the manner prescribed by law, shall result in subsequent penalties and tax liability for failure to file.” (Town of Chester via Facebook)
- Are you looking for a new and exciting job? Tweed New Haven Airport is holding a career fair on September 8th at 10 a.m. The fair will include information from Avelo and the TSA who are seeking to fill multiple open positions. Bring your resume and a smile! (Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services via Facebook)
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Today in Essex-Chester-Deep River:
Friday, September 1
From my notebook:
- Tri-Town Youth Services Bureau: “This looks great and it’s open to surrounding towns if you are able to make it there!” (Tri-Town Youth Services Bureau via Facebook)
- Essex Library: ” September is Library Card Sign-Up Month! Stop by the Essex Library Children’s Room to sign up for a library card and to complete a fun bingo challenge throughout the month. (To get a library card, must be an Essex resident and over…” (Essex Library via Facebook)
- Essex Library: “Stay & Play starts next week! Can’t wait to see you! Our children’s area has trains, toys, blocks, puzzles, and more for children of all ages to expand their curiosity, and try new things! ” (Essex Library via Facebook)
- Essex Library: “Games and Puzzles Day (for ADULTS!) Monday, September 18, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Drop-in event, no registration required. Why do kids get to have all the fun? Join us for a morning of games and puzzles.” (Essex Library via Facebook)
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— Karena Garrity
About me: Journalism is in my veins. I have been a community reporter for the better part of the past 20 years. I love my community and I am honored to be a part of Patch.com. You can reach me at; karena.garrity@patch.com.
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