COVID Test Distribution + Obits: Meriden News

Chris Rhatigan
·4 min read

Welcome back, Meriden. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Thursday, Dec. 30.

First, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy. High: 45 Low: 40.

Here are the top stories in Meriden today:

  1. Meriden To Distribute COVID-19 At-Home Tests To Residents: Thousands of rapid self-test kits will be distributed this week and next week. (Meriden Patch)

  2. Obituary: Alberto Méndez, 61, of Meriden (Meriden Patch)

  3. Obituary: Raymond F. Johnson Jr., 79, of Meriden (Meriden Patch)

  4. Man Charged With Firing Gun In Meriden Home: Report (Meriden Patch)

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Today in Meriden:

From my notebook:

  • Meriden Humane Society: "Chase was trapped as a stray in pretty rough shape when he came to us. Now he is in perfect health and is ready for his forever home! Chase loves to run the show and doesn't want to miss out on anything. Chase is FIV+ which does NOT requ..." (Facebook)

  • Meriden Fire Local 1148: "Local 1148 members will be assisting at the distribution site. Please read the important information from City of Meriden Health & Human Services Department below!" (Facebook)

  • Meriden Humane Society: "We still have some paw print masks in stock! Purchase yours today in our online store. While you are there check out the other swag we have available - all to support the animals! Store link in comments below." (Facebook)

  • Meriden Soccer Club: "Congratulations to MSC player Jayson Arichavala #mscproud" (Facebook)

  • Meriden YMCA: "We’re having a great day at the YMCA! Do you need child care for school vacation or snow days? We’re here to help your family. Call us at 203.235.6386 for details. #meridenymca #vacationfunday #schoolvacation #swimming #pooltime💦" (Facebook)

  • Midstate Chamber of Commerce: "Students and Parents! Mark your calendars and save the date for the Platt and Maloney Career Exploration Fair! This is a FREE event that will take place at Maloney High School on Thursday, February 24th, 2022 with a session in English fr..." (Facebook)

  • Meriden Humane Society: "Last chance to have your donation matched!" (Facebook)

  • Meriden Public Library: "Get ready to pamper yourself in the new year! Pick up a DIY foot soak kit from the front desk at the Meriden Public Library. You deserve it! Supplies are limited." (Facebook)

  • Meriden Youth Theatre: "Everybody wants to be a cat - and now you can too! We’re excited to announce ARISTOCATS KIDS as our first session production for our youngest actresses and actors! Together with our 2022 CITs, we’ll have a great time singing, dancing, sw..." (Facebook)

  • Meriden Soccer Club: "Congratulations to Miguel and Aleyna! #mscproud" (Facebook)

  • Midstate Chamber of Commerce: "Sharing on behalf of our member Nwaj Tech. Don't be SCAMMED." (Facebook)

  • Meriden-Wallingford Chrysalis, Inc.: "Do you have used items you need to get rid of but still want to help those in need? We can help you with that, bring your used items to Uptown Consignment and let them know you would like your items to benefit our agency!" (Facebook)

  • Midstate Chamber of Commerce: "Sharing for our member…📌 REMINDER: do business with our local business chamber members 📌" (Facebook)

  • Midstate Chamber of Commerce: "Shop Local - visit Dynamic HAIR & Dynamic Boutique (right next door)! Be sure to thank them for being a member of Midstate Chamber of Commerce!!" (Facebook)

  • Midstate Chamber of Commerce: "Sharing for our member, Sans Souci Restaurant" (Facebook)

  • Midstate Chamber of Commerce: "Check out STAR Studio, LLC in 2022!" (Facebook)

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— Chris Rhatigan

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

This article originally appeared on the Meriden Patch