Litchfield, CT – Residents are invited to join the Connecticut State Police this weekend for the annual Troop A and Troop L Police Cadet Food Drive, happening Saturday, November 15, and Sunday, November 16, at the Litchfield Stop & Shop. Cadets and troopers will be on site both days from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. collecting donations for families in need.
According to the Connecticut State Police, all food collected will be distributed to local food banks and community programs ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. The department encourages residents to stop by, meet the cadets, and contribute non-perishable items to help support those facing food insecurity across the region.
The annual drive has become a holiday tradition for the Litchfield community, bringing together residents, officers, and cadets to give back during the season of gratitude. Organizers say every contribution helps make a difference for local families preparing for the holidays.
Community members are encouraged to stop by throughout the weekend and say hello to the troopers and cadets working at the event.
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