Gary Turco

Due to an anticipated stretch of high temperatures, the state is activating its Extreme Hot Weather Protocol, effective at noon on Sunday, June 22. The protocol will remain in effect through at least 8 p.m. on Wednesday, June 25.

This is the first time this year that the protocol is being activated. The current forecast calls for temperatures to exceed 90 degrees over this period, with a heat index that could range from between 100 to 105 degrees.

The purpose of activating the protocol is to ensure that the most vulnerable populations receive protection from the hot conditions. While enacted, a system is set up for state agencies, municipalities, and other partners to coordinate with United Way 2-1-1 to make sure that information regarding cooling centers is available statewide, providing a location for those in need of relief.

Cooling centers will be available throughout the state. Anyone in need of a place to get out of the heat can locate their nearest cooling center by calling 2-1-1 or viewing the list that will be published online at 211ct.org.

The final public workshop for the Newington Town Center Master Plan will be held on Thursday, June 26, at 6 p.m. at the Newington Town Hall, 200 Garfield St., in the Town Council Chambers.

This meeting will have a presentation followed by a question and answer session with the project team. The presentation will include:

• The purpose of the Newington Town Center Master Plan
• A recap of community feedback
• A review of the proposed conceptual Master Plan