2 Teens Accused Of Robbery: Police + COVID Vaccine Rates

Chris Rhatigan
·6 min read

Welcome back, New London. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Thursday, Dec. 9.

First, today's weather:

Sun mixing with clouds. High: 39 Low: 29.

Here are the top stories today in New London:

  1. 2 Teenagers Accused Of Armed Robbery In New London: Police: The Monday afternoon incident resulted in the 62-year-old victim suffering injuries that are not a threat to his life. (New London Patch)

  2. New London County COVID-19 vaccine tracker: 73% of people fully vaccinated: Here are the COVID-19 numbers for the county. (Norwich Bulletin)

  3. 6 endangered sea turtles recovering at Mystic Aquarium after rescue (The Greater New Milford Spectrum)

  4. Ledge Light to Hold Free COVID Vaccine Clinic Friday, Appointment Required (lymeline.com)

  5. Eastern Connecticut Ballet offers filmed and live 'Nutcracker' (theday.com)

  6. New London father pens children’s book inspired by son about diversity, kindness (WTNH.com)

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Today in New London:

From my notebook:

  • Naval Submarine Base New London: "Sailors from Naval Submarine School and SUBASE New London CMC Voland supported the City of Norwich and Norwich Area Veterans Council’s Pearl Harbor remembrance ceremony at the city hall of Norwich today, December 7, 2021. The ceremony wa..." (Facebook)

  • U.S. Coast Guard Academy: "#USCGA recently wished fair winds and following seas to CAPT Esan Simon, the Academy's Medical Director, as he transferred out of his billet here. Before he left, Captain Simon spoke out about his stories, both personal and profe..." (Facebook)

  • US Coast Guard Academy Swimming & Diving: "We're all just hoping "Brodolf the red nose Gainzdeer" doesn't eat too many Christmas cookies during this holiday season." (Facebook)

  • Coast Guard Academy Lacrosse: "BEARS ON ICE: just saw another great article on the OFFICIAL Coast Guard Athletics website discussing the Hockey Team and mentioning COAST GUARD ACADEMY MEN'S LACROSSE player Cadet 4/c Kyle Jacobson (Midfield/Waterford, CT/Waterford): IC..." (Facebook)

  • Mitchell College: "Mitchell College Players can’t wait to bring you…Vietnam 101: The War on Campus, this Friday, Saturday and Sunday in person on the Clarke Center stage – or via livestream for our out-of-town theatre fans! Info and advance tickets at m..." (Facebook)

  • Naval Submarine Base New London: "CSS3 Andrew Fernandez assigned to PCU Hyman G. rickover (SSN 795) teamed up with Executive Chef Michael Ponzio of the Union League Club of Chicago to prepare a special meal for Chicago Fire Dept. Engine Co. 1 fire responders during a vis..." (Facebook)

  • The Williams School: "Everyone brought their holiday best (or worst!?) for some fabulously festive holiday sweaters! Loving the fun at snack this morning, looking forward to more holiday fun this afternoon with cookie decorating in the student center during 9th!" (Facebook)

  • ISAAC - Interdistrict School for Arts and Communication: "Our 6th grade music students worked hard on home made instruments...and they actually play!!! Great job Dragons!" (Facebook)

  • Naval Submarine Base New London: "Seeking a COVID-19 Booster Vaccination? For those eligible patrons, appointments can be conveniently made at the SUBASE Clinic - NMRTU GROTON. Go on-line via the DHA Scheduling Portal or call the Immunization Clinic at 860-694-4811." (Facebook)

  • Higher Edge: "“A hero is an ordinary individual who finds the strength to persevere and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles.” - Christopher Reeve Couldn’t be prouder of our super heroes for hitting submit!! #HigherEdge #morethancollegeplanning #..." (Facebook)

  • Public Library of New London, CT: "Check out the Book Nook for a great deal on a book bundle! Perfect for gifts and stocking stuffers!" (Facebook)

  • New London Public Schools: "Come join us for a delicious meal on December 15, 2021! We can't wait to see you!! #NLPS #United inExcellence #Community Meals" (Facebook)

  • FRESH New London: "Throughout our FRESH youth program, students experience many different ways to be self-sufficient with the food we grow. Plant dyeing was a workshop meant to show youth how to make color with plants. We gathered materials from our own ga..." (Facebook)

  • Mitchell College: "Let's pack the house tonight, Dec. 8, at 7:30pm (in a responsible, masked, socially distanced way, of course!) to cheer on our Men's Basketball team against Coast Guard Academy! #GoMariners #GameDay #YarnallAthleticCenter https://www.the..." (Facebook)

  • Mitchell College: "Just 3 more days until the Mitchell College Players bring you our fall play…Vietnam 101: The War on Campus! All performances are in person on the Clarke Center stage – or via livestream – December 10 & 11 at 7pm and December 12 at 2pm. ..." (Facebook)

  • ISAAC - Interdistrict School for Arts and Communication: "Our students are learning how to make their own instruments in general music, creating music mash ups in Music Tech, and creating a painting piece in art...such a creative crew :-)" (Facebook)

  • Mitchell College: "Looking for a course to build and enhance your critical analysis and technology skills? Mitchell College January MiniMester courses are open to the public, and our “Information Tech Literacy” course with instructor Sharon Sisitzky is b..." (Facebook)

  • Cultural Coalition- Culturesect: "Great ‘Culture Connects’ Stonington event tonight at Rio Salado Restaurant with the Town of Stonington, CT, Stonington 1649/Economic Development Commission and members of the creative community. Continuing to explore the formation of one..." (Facebook)

  • ISAAC - Interdistrict School for Arts and Communication: "When our Dragons aren't creating art, they are working hard on their academics! This makes math look so easy..." (Facebook)

  • CB Jennings Elementary School: "Come join us for a delicious meal on December 15, 2021! We can't wait to see you!! #NLPS #United inExcellence #Community Meals" (Facebook)

  • Connecticut College Athletics: "Conn College squash senior Lili Vazquez was named NESCAC Performer of the Week! Vazquez registered a 2-0 record without dropping a set from the No. 4 position to help the Camels register victories over Vassar and Haverford last weekend. ..." (Facebook)

  • Lyman Allyn Art Museum: "We are excited to introduce our newest monthly program, Open Collection Days! Once a month, visitors will be able to see Museum staff at work behind-the scenes. Collections staff will engage with visitors while working on research projec..." (Facebook)

  • Custom House Maritime Museum: "Support the Custom House Maritime Museum. It's easy -- just visit our SHOP! We're open from 1-5 PM, Wednesday through Sunday, and Saturdays from 10 AM to 5 PM. https://www.facebook.com/CustomHouseMUSEUMSHOP" (Facebook)

  • Public Library of New London, CT: "Here are 3 spanish fiction books ready for adoption as part of our Adopt-a-Book fundraiser. Give the gift of reading and support your local library. Visit www.plnl.org/aab2021 for a complete list of books available for adoption." (Facebook)

  • Connecticut College Student Engagement Office: "Student Engagement is having a DIY Winter Village Event tomorrow night at 8PM in Cro’s Nest! Get in the holiday spirit by creating your own Winter Village with us! See you there " (Facebook)

  • Public Library of New London, CT: "Register for our next Cook-Along with Snap4CT on December 15th and receive a free kit of ingredients to use during our session! Ingredients will be available to pick up during the library's regular business hours on the day of the sessio..." (Facebook)

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— Chris Rhatigan

About me: Chris Rhatigan is a freelance writer and editor.

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This article originally appeared on the New London Patch