R-J news report Thursday, June 18

Report from the R-J newsroom on Thursday, June 18

Platt and Maloney High Schools hold graduation ceremonies tonight. Look for a full page of graduation coverage, including plenty of photographs in Friday’s Record-Journal.

As of 10:20 a.m., Maloney and Platt officials had not decided whether to hold the ceremony indoors or outdoors. Check out our website, MyRecordJournal.com for the status of the graduation ceremonies.

Federal agents and local police are involved in a warrant sweep in the area today, looking for people wanted on criminal charges. Look for the full story in tomorrow’s Record-Journal.

Also in Meriden, the union representing employees who work at Falcon Field during games and events is expected to vote today on whether to protest the use of volunteers to do work at the field.

In Wallingford, we will be following up on last night’s big announcement by Town Council Chairman Mike Brodinsky that he will not seek another term.

In Southington, look for a story on a well-known drive-in restaurant with a new owner.

In sports we will be taking a look at how rain has effected Wallingford’s Wint Filipek tennis tournament


Upcoming in the Record-Journal

In Sunday’s Record-Journal look for a story on dads deployed overseas on Father’s Day.

On MyRecordJournal.com
I just watched the video interview of Lyman Hall valedictorian Jacqueline Pitcher. I like her thoughts on the importance of balance in life. Check it out when you have a chance.

Tonight look for hundreds of photos out of the Maloney and Platt High School graduation ceremonies.