August 21, 2025
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Clinton, Westbrook, & Old Saybrook Vol. XXVIII Iss. 34
Army’s Legacy to Host Opening at Renovated Shelter By Eric O'Connell Staff Writer
After months of major renovations, Army’s Legacy Animal Rescue and Sanctuary will host a public opening event on Saturday, Sept. 28, from noon to 3 p.m. at 647 Horse Hill Road in Westbrook. An RSVP is requested by Sunday, Sept. 15. Army’s Legacy is an all-volunteer organi-
zation dedicated to the rescue and adoption of dogs and cats. Its mission is to ensure each animal is cared for and placed in a loving home. The group recently took over the facility at 647 Horse Hill Road, previously operated by the Valley Shore Animal Welfare League (VSAWL). The two organizations officially merged in January. Since the merger, significant renovation work has taken place on the property, and
the building has remained closed to the public. That will change next month with a soft-opening event on Wednesday, Sept. 25. The Sept. 28 event will feature food trucks, games, music, tours, a Q&A session, and opportunities to meet some of the animals. “It’s all going to be fun and very familyfriendly,” said Rebekah DeMatteo, vice See Army’s Legacy page 8
Matt Walton is a familiar face in a new place......................................2
Books on Main Harper Weiss, 8, and her sister Hadley, 6, receive books from reference librarian Brian Walls at the Henry Carter Hull Library’s new satellite location, Henry on Main, on Aug. 16. Located at 10 West Main Street, the site offers used books, DVDs, puzzles, printing, copying, newspapers, programs, book clubs, and occasional tech help. It is open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
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National Success The CT Ballers, the Over-60 Basketball Group, recently earned a bronze medal in a national competition....11
A Delightful Time "My Fair Lady" at the Ivoryton Playhouse proves you don’t need a large cast or orchestra..............20
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