Cheshire Today: March 2026 News in Cheshire, Connecticut
- Cheshire Today Staff
- Mar 2
- 5 min read
Updated: Mar 11
Monday, March 2, 2026
Welcome to your daily roundup of news, sports, and community events for Cheshire, CT 06410.
Here is what is happening in the "Bedding Plant Capital of Connecticut" as we begin the first week of March.
Top Local Headlines
Rising Gas Prices at the Pump: As of Monday morning, March 2, local stations like the Zmart on Route 10 (see image 0) are seeing prices fluctuate. Energy experts warn of a potential 10- to 30-cent per gallon increase over the next week across Connecticut, driven by seasonal shifts and recent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
Bagel Shop Temporary Closure: A community favorite, the Cheshire Bagel Shop, has announced a temporary closure due to owner health concerns. Residents are sharing well-wishes on local community pages as they await its reopening.
U.S. Presidential Scholar Candidates: Three Cheshire students have been named candidates for the prestigious 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. Congratulations to Cameron M. Puhl (Hamden Hall), Suchita Srinivasan (Cheshire High), and Changyi Zhou (Cheshire Academy).
Mail Delivery Delays: Local reports continue to surface regarding home mail delivery issues, with some residents claiming inconsistent service over the past few months.
Town Government & Finance
FY 26-27 Budget Hearings: The Town of Cheshire has released its operating budget schedule. A Public Hearing is set for Wednesday, March 11, at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers (see notice).
Department Presentations: Throughout March, various departments will present their budgets to the Town Council:
March 23: Board of Education
March 24: Parks & Recreation, Library, and Human Services
March 31: Public Works and Engineering
Tonight’s Meetings: The Zoning Board of Appeals is scheduled to meet tonight, March 2.
Community Events & The Arts
Read Across America Week: The Cheshire Public Library kicks off its week-long celebration of Dr. Seuss today with themed giveaways and a book raffle (see image 2).
Youth at The Yellow House: Registration is open for March programs, including "Miniature Models & Tiny Treasures" starting March 3 and "March Madness Basketball Night" for grades 6-8 on March 28.
Cheshire High School Musical: Mark your calendars for March 26–29. The CHS Drama Department will present their spring musical (rehearsals are currently in full swing).
Theater Games Night: On March 26, the Cheshire Town Players will host a "Theater Games Night" at 1741 Pub & Grill (Middlefield), featuring improvisational comedy and performances.
Sports Update
Unified Sports Basketball Tournament: Dynamic Energy The fourth and final image fulfills the "Sports Update" requirement. Captured during a high-energy basketball game in a packed gym (e.g., CHS West Gym), this dynamic photo explicitly anchors the "Unified Sports" theme. Diverse athletes (some with disabilities playing with peer partners) are actively engaged in play. The environmental cues are bright and action-oriented: a referee makes a call, a large, cheering crowd wears Cheshire Rams red and white colors, and a prominent banner in the background clearly reads
CHS Basketball: The Cheshire Rams boys’ varsity team recently wrapped up their regular season play with hard-fought games against North Haven and Shelton.
Unified Sports: The PHE Unified Sports Basketball Tournament is scheduled for March 18 in the CHS West Gym (see image 3).
Spring Sports: A mandatory student meeting for spring athletics is set for March 30 in the CHS Auditorium.
Swimming Success: Nearby, the Choate Boys’ Swimming and Diving team recently secured 1st place in the Founders League Championships.
Library Highlights (March)
Finding Your Dream College: March 3 (6:30 PM)
Genealogy Monthly Group: March 10 (2:30 PM)
Pop-up Library at the Senior Center: March 11 (11:00 AM)
Live Concert: Inner Groove: March 21 (2:00 PM)
In Memoriam
The community mourns several residents who passed recently:
Anthony S. Gwiazdowski Jr. (87): A Navy veteran and retired corrections officer. Calling hours are March 3, with a funeral on March 4.
Elizabeth "Betty" Wernicki (97): Services are scheduled for March 6 and 7.
Robert L. King (80): A lifelong Cheshire resident and Vietnam veteran.
Susan Bormolini: A longtime local resident; services are being private per family request through Alderson-Ford.
Raymond Henry Kuharski Jr. (58): Known for his ties to the Cheshire community before moving to the Southington area. He passed away after a courageous battle with a brief illness.
For a closer look at the local headlines for Wednesday, March 4, 2026, here is the expanded detail on the sports, community safety, and upcoming events shaping the week in Cheshire.
### Local Politics & Community Safety
Cheshire Academy Safety: On Monday, March 2, the campus briefly entered a shelter-in-place status after reports of unauthorized visitors inside a campus building. Cheshire Police conducted a sweep and determined there was no threat to students or staff. The order was lifted within hours, and the school has since returned to normal operations.
Town Management Excellence: Town Manager Sean Kimball received a stellar annual performance review from the Town Council. Highlights of the past year include a 2.74% growth in the Grand List ($110.6 million increase), the highest non-revaluation growth in over 30 years. Much of this is attributed to the Stone Bridge Crossing development. Kimball also recently launched the "Cheshire Town Square" digital newsletter to streamline town communications.
Scouting America Changes: Following a new deal with the Pentagon, Scouting America (formerly BSA) will discontinue its "Citizenship in Society" merit badge and dissolve its DEI committee to maintain its relationship with the U.S. military. A new Military Service merit badge will be introduced, and registration fees will be waived for military families.
### Entertainment & Upcoming Events
The Writers’ Factory (March 6): Head to Ball & Socket Arts this Friday at 7 p.m. for an intimate session with Pat Mottola, Cheshire’s Poet Laureate, and Chelsea Dodds. Mottola will discuss her collection A Town Like That, which explores small-town vulnerability, while Dodds will read from Nothing Good Will Get Away.
Vintage Book Sale (March 8): Reread Books & More continues its mission of supporting neurodiversity with a special one-day sale this Sunday. It’s a great opportunity to find rare titles while supporting local vocational training.
Underwater Egg Hunt (March 21): Registration is filling fast for the annual event at the Cheshire Community Pool. Children hunt for weighted eggs in the water for prizes; time slots begin at 1:00 p.m. and are divided by age and swimming ability.
Daily Reminder
Daylight Saving Time begins this Sunday, March 8. Don’t forget to "Spring Forward" one hour!
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