Week In Review: Heat Wave, Housing Development, Marijuana Decriminalization

This week marked the first major heat wave of the season. On Wednesday the hot, humid weather reached the upper 80s and on Thursday the temperature was in the 90s. The hot weather deteriorated air quality and .  A Quinnipiac University School of Medicine professional gave some tips to beat the heat that you may want to keep handy.

It’s getting to closer to high school graduation time. Patch sat down with Stonington High School Class of 2011 and learned about her plans for the summer, the future and the people she credits with her success. Next week we’ll have a profile on Valedictorian Jennifer Brant.

In state news this week, Connecticut became the 14th state to Locals weighed in on the issue throughout the week on Stonington-Mystic Patch. What do you think?

Residents are also debating a proposed 68-unit attached About 40 neighbors showed up for the Planning and Zoning Commission public hearing on the application voicing concerns that included units being sold as investment properties and blasting that could affect abutting structures. Discussion on the application will continue at the next Planning and Zoning Commission meeting on June 21.

A Child’s Garden Montessori School in Stonington had a special guest several days ago. Emily Lynch attended the original , Italy in the 1920s. Lynch shared her experiences with the class.

Were you lucky enough to catch a rare glimpse of the gardens of ? Gardens By The Sea was Friday and Saturday but if you missed it Stonington-Mystic Patch will have a photo gallery on Tuesday.

And don’t forget the at the Olde Mistick Village continues today. Stop by from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and have a taste of a dish from around the world created by a local restaurant.  

We covered lots more this week and throughout the weekend, so search the site for other stories, follow us on Facebook and Twitter for the latest updates and check out our calendar to see what's happening next week in town.