Finding Money and Protecting Against Identity Theft

A look at what’s happening in Southington and on Patch today.

Get Out Moves to Fridays –

We know you are constantly looking for things to do at a reasonable cost and Southington Patch is here to help.

Suggestions have led us to improve our site and we are moving our feature “Get Out” to Fridays to help that last-minute planner. Be sure to tune in tomorrow to learn more about what’s happening this weekend for you and your family.

Find Money in Unexpected Places –

Many families are looking to tighten their belts and the Southington Public Library is looking to find way to help.

A program tonight hosted by the library and I&E, LLC, a firm which specializes in unbiased financial solutions through the philosophy of inform and empower, will provide residents with the tools they need to find more money in 2011.

The program runs from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and is open to the public.

Visit the Southington Library calendar on our website at www.southingtonlibrary.org or contact the Information Department at 860-628-0947 ext. 5 for further details or to register..

Don’t Just Watch Responses. Tell Us Your Thoughts! –

Southington Patch’s newest feature “You Said It” is an outlet for you to share you opinion. While we will find five local residents each week to get the conversation started, we also want to know your thoughts on the topic.

This week we are looking at the ever-popular Yankees-Red Sox rivalry. See the responses so far by clicking the link above and tell us your opinion today.

Protect Yourself Against Online Identity Theft –

The recent email breach of the national marketing firm Epsilon has brought a spotlight to online identity theft and Southington Patch, with the assistance of the Southington Police Department, is aiming to provide you with the information you need to avoid falling victim.

Get your tips, links and more with today’s story “How Does the Data Breach at Epsilon Affect You on a Local Level?”

Story of the Day: Cyber Knights Victory In Pictures –

Winning one regional championship is a feat that is not easily matched. Winning two consecutive regional competitions is an even more challenging feat – and one that the Cyber Knights of Southington High School recently claimed.

See a recap of their recent victory and a look inside what it takes to be successful in FIRST robotics competition with today’s viewfinder “Cyber Knights Dominance.”