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Investigation underway after back-to-back shootings in New Haven
Investigators are seeking information in connection with two non-fatal shootings in New Haven on Sunday. New Haven police said officers responded to a reported shooting on Quinnipiac Avenue just before 12:45 a.m. Sunday. A walk-in shooting victim arrived at Yale-New Haven Hospital shortly thereafter, police said. The shooting left the...
Municipalities Should be Posting Their Most Interesting Records
Greenwich First Selectman Fred Camillo is sore at people who, he says, make lots of requests for access to town records under Connecticut’s freedom-of-information law. “Some people are abusing the sy... Haven’t subscribed yet? Click here to register. CT Examiner is just $20 a year. And if...
Brian Cuddeback taking new approach to raising money for charity with golf
AVON, CT (WFSB) - Golf is a great way for local charities to raise money. Most of the time, it’s a golf tournament where players show up, pay the entry fee, and play some golf. But Brian Cuddeback has a different idea. He is known as the golf endurance...
Town Voids Ticket Issued to Local Woman for Parking in Town Hall Lot
The New Canaanite 2024 Summer Internship Program is sponsored by Karp Associates. In what was deemed a misread of the situation, town officials this month voided a ticket issued to a local woman for parking in the Town Hall lot. Members of the Parking Commission during their July 10 meeting...
Adams Lane Home Sells for $5,250,000
The following property transfer(s) were recorded recently in the Town Clerk’s office. For more information about each property from the assessor, click on the street address. To get the history of a New Canaan street name, click here. ***. July 11. 7 Maple St. $816,600. Estate of Mary F....
Oddfellows Bring Indie Music to Paradise Green
Come early, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. and visit Stratford’s Complete Streets Pop-Up on the Green. Learn all about the Complete Streets initiative to make Stratford a more Bike and Walking Friendly town. Opportunity to voice your thoughts on Complete Streets. Bring a lawn chair, snacks, beverage of choice...
Bridgeport Schools Schedule Change Meets Backlash from Unions, Parents
BRIDGEPORT — The announcement of a districtwide schedule change for Bridgeport Public Schools garnered staunch opposition from union leaders, parents and officials who demanded transparency and answe... Haven’t subscribed yet? Click here to register. CT Examiner is just $20 a year. And if you want to unsubscribe? That’s...
Volunteers Hope History Isn’t Lost in Stratford Army Engine Redevelopment
STRATFORD — The Stratford Army Engine Plant, once home to historic achievements like Igor Sikorsky’s first helicopter flight, visits from Amelia Earhart and Charles Lindbergh and the creation of iconic World War II fighter planes, is set to make history again. A group of developers have formed Point...
Stratford Summer Meals For Kids
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced their 2024 Summer Meals for Kids these centers will be open until the end of August. The locations for the congregate meals, which are healthy meals served in a group setting, will be at: Sterling House, Longbrook Park, Short Beach Playground, South End Community Center, Stratford Academy, Second Hill Lane.
Why Bridgeport? Searching Deep for the Reason Why Our City Keeps Finding Multiple Levels of Success
According to legendary football coach Bear Bryant of the University of Alabama, “If you believe in yourself and have dedication and pride - and never quit, you'll be a winner. The price of victory is high but so are the rewards.”. Coach Bryant’s words apply equally to individuals, groups,...
Big Lots closing three CT locations as questions loom about retailer's future
Big Lots is preparing to close dozens of stores, including several in Connecticut, as financial issues bring the retailer’s future into question. The discount retailer announced in its quarterly report last month that it expects to shutter as many as 40 of its stores nationwide by the end of the year.
Milford looks to ban future tobacco, vape and smoke shops from opening up
MILFORD, Conn. — Milford Mayor Anthony Giannattasio has constructed a proposal in collaboration with the director of health to stop new smoke, vape and tobacco stores from opening in the city. It comes after Giannattasio said it’s one of the top concerns residents have come to him with.
Marina Mabrey, Kayla McBride compete in WNBA All-Star events
Notre Dame had some representation to tip off WNBA All-Star festivities over the next couple of days. Two of the three events held Friday in Phoenix featured that representation. Regrettably, it didn’t result in any hardware. Marina Mabrey, who was traded from the Chicago Sky at her request earlier this week to the Connecticut Sun, competed in the Skills Challenge, the evening’s first event. You can’t see it that well in the video, but she fumbled a couple of times towards the end, costing her precious time: Marina Mabrey completes Round 1 in 35.7 seconds to stay in the running of the...
Event celebrates Amistad docking in New Haven
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — A historic ship has made port in New Haven. The Amistad Freedom Schooner has docked at Long Wharf, setting of celebrations of its history. “Really, the legacy of this led to a huge growth in the abolitionist movement thanks, in part, to their successful Supreme Court battle,” said Chris Menapace, […]
Parrella Pitches Education and Development for Senate Campaign
GROTON — A lifelong resident of southeastern Connecticut, Democrat Andrew Parrella said he will focus his State Senate campaign on education and development, but noted it was a Groton land use issue ... Haven’t subscribed yet? Click here to register. CT Examiner is just $20 a year. And...
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