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AI being introduced into classrooms in South Windsor
For the first time ever, South Windsor teachers and students will have access to a new AI (artificial intelligence) platform in school called "Magic School." It’s a platform that teachers and students in "AI squads" tested during the last school year before rolling it out to everyone this school year.
Seymour church helping flood victims
SEYMOUR, Conn. (WTNH) — A nonprofit organization and a Seymour church are teaming up to help victims of last weekend’s floods. Team Inc. and Trinity Episcopal Church are accepting food, water and home goods to help those who were impacted by the historic flooding. “We just had an outpouring of support from the community,” said […]
Nyberg: Elsie Blumenthal Fetterman’s keys to a happy life
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Elsie Blumenthal Fetterman has 97 years of life experience and advice to give. The Connecticut native writes about her keys to leading a happy life, including hard work, a positive attitude and more in her new memoir “The Elsie Blumenthal Fetterman Story.” Fetterman sat down with Ann Nyberg to talk […]
Hold Your Breath! Air Pollution Measured
As truck after truck barreled through New Haven’s industrial port district Monday afternoon, the asthma-inducing particulate matter in the air at the corner of Connecticut Avenue and Alabama Street reached 29.5 micrograms per cubic meter (μg/m³). That compared to 16.4 outside Mitchell Library and 28 outside Tweed...
Essex’s Home Security Program Shows Early Signs of Success
The Knox Box program which was newly implemented by the Essex Fire Department has proven to be a success after just two weeks in operation, according to Fire Marshal John Planas. The ARPA-funded program is receiving more requests by residents to have the Knox Box devices installed at their homes...
Funding trickles into Naugatuck Valley, some wait to see what they're eligible for
Resources continue to trickle into the Naugatuck Valley following devastating flooding just over a week ago. Many are still waiting to find out what will be covered if anything and where sources of money are. “Now that a week has passed, you can really see the delayed damage,” Kaitlyn Kimball...
Enjoy Labor Day Weekend at the 112th Haddam Neck Fair
Submitted by Jackie MacKnight, Haddam Neck Fair Association. (August 26, 2024) — As summer winds down, the historic Haddam Neck Fair is set to return for its 112th year, promising a weekend packed with fun, tradition, and new surprises for the whole family. From Friday, August 30, 2024 through Monday, September 2, 2024, the fairgrounds will come alive with music, competitions, exhibits and the welcoming spirit that has made this one of Connecticut’s most cherished agricultural fairs.
HeArts For Justice Puts Youth First
Thirty vendors in a crescent surrounded a central green area. From the stage, a rotating selection of spoken word, music, and dancing was interspersed with an ongoing set from DJ Tunes. Off to the side of the stage, activities and crafts were available, including free tie-dyeing and a community banner. People of all ages darted around, chatting with vendors or people they recognized.
Spirits High For Albertus Move In Day
Kierra Gunnesson moved into her new room at Albertus Magnus College with all of the dorm staples: fans, blankets, outfits, and of course, her blue weighted dragon pillow to accompany her as she embarked on her new chapter of young adulthood. First-year students like Gunnesson and their parents lined up...
A&I Announces New Interim Director
New Haven’s International Festival of Arts & Ideas announced in a Monday press release that Shelley Quiala will step down as executive director to take on the role of senior strategist for the arts organization. Quiala’s transition is effective Oct. 1. Board Chair Reverend Kevin G. Ewing will replace...
Seymour To Tri-Town: Pay Up
SEYMOUR – Officials are asking a court to force the parties that own Tri-Town Plaza to cough up almost $74,000 owed to the town, according to a court filing. On Aug. 21, Seymour Town Attorney Richard J. Buturla filed paperwork that advances a complicated legal dispute, part of which involves the town and the shopping center.
Recovery groups across Berkshire County preparing for Saturday’s Overdose Awareness Day
In Berkshire County, 48 people died from opioid-related overdose deaths in 2023 — up from 2022, but below the decade-high watermark of 62 deaths in 2021. “Overdose Awareness Day, which is every August 31st is the world's largest annual campaign to end overdose. It's a chance to remember without stigma, those who have died and acknowledge the grief of family and friends that are left behind," said Gary Pratt of Rural Recovery, which operates the South County Recovery Center in Great Barrington.
Williams and McKnight battle for a Springfield state House seat
Massachusetts state Rep. Bud Williams represents the 11th Hampden District. The Democratic primary for state representative in Hampden's 11th district between incumbent Bud Williams and Springfield middle school teacher Johnnie McKnight is a week away, with voters hitting the polls on September 3. Williams said he feels "good" about his...
Greenfield Cooperative Bank Welcomes Debbie Esposito
GREENFIELD — Greenfield Cooperative Bank (GCB) announced the addition of Debbie Esposito to its team as senior vice president, Business Banking officer. In this role, she will be instrumental in driving the bank’s growth and development within the Franklin, Hampshire, and Hampden county markets. With more than two...
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