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Connecticut Retailer Announces It’s Finished, All Stores Will Close
It's all done for a once mighty Connecticut retailer. All of the Nutmeg State Bob's Stores are set to close their doors after a company announcement. Several companies in the Bob’s Stores and Mountain Sports portfolio will now move forward together in Chapter 11 bankruptcy court.Today’s court ruling consolidates the bankruptcy process for Bob’s and affiliated stores under the company umbrella.
The Route 8 Signs, They Are A-Changin’
VALLEY – The state Department of Transportation will begin replacing traffic signs and renumbering exits along the entirety of Route 8, starting on July 8. The DOT said the $9.9 million project will bring Connecticut closer to compliance with national uniformity standards. The project will include signage changes in Ansonia, Bridgeport, Derby, Shelton, Torrington, Waterbury, Beacon Falls, Harwinton, Litchfield, Naugatuck, Seymour, Thomaston, Trumbull, Watertown and Winchester.
These new laws just took effect in Connecticut for 2024
HARTFORD, Conn. -- Connecticut had several new laws take effect on July 1, 2024. From the school age cut-off to surveillance cameras meant to catch drivers who blow by buses, there are nearly 100 new laws to learn about.New laws for CT schools and busesConnecticut public schools will now be open to all children who turn five on or before Sept. 1 of the school year. Previously, it was Jan. 1 of the school year. Parents or guardians can request to have a child under the age of five assessed and admitted if school administrators determine they are ready. Towns can also start installing live video...
Connecticut flags to fly half-staff in honor of DOT worker killed
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Governor Ned Lamont Wednesday directed U.S. and state flags in Connecticut to be lowered starting Friday, in honor of the Connecticut Department of Transportation (DOT) employee killed while working in Wallingford last week. 26-year-old Andrew DiDomenico sustained fatal injuries after being struck by a vehicle while working on the Wharton Brook […]
Patrons swarm to beaches for Fourth of July festivities
MILFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — State beaches were busy on the Fourth of July as thousands of people enjoyed a wide range of outdoor activities along the shoreline. Surf, sand, sun and cookouts had folks fired up for the ‘Fourth. “[We have] hot dogs, hamburgers, ribs, chicken, pasta salad,” said Wanda Kelly, of New Haven. Other holiday […]
Did Your Connecticut Town Make the Top 9 Places to Live List?
Travel & Leisure recently released their list of the 9 Best Places to Live in Connecticut. Unlike many similar rankings based mainly on Google analytics, Travel & Leisure took a different approach by consulting Connecticut real estate agents to compile their Top 9 cities and towns. Let's dive into their...
Lane closures expected as DOT replaces signs along Route 8
CONNECTICUT (WTNH) — Lane closures will likely affect traffic on Route 8 next week as the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) replaces highway signs in multiple counties. Officials said traffic highway signing and exit renumbering will take place on Route 8 in the following towns beginning July 8: Sections of Route 8 will experience lane […]
Connecticut families can expect EBT payments within coming weeks
CONNECTICUT (WTNH) — After challenges with timelines, thousands of Connecticut families waiting for an EBT payment can expect to receive them several weeks earlier than expected. The initiative was supposed to rollout payments in June, then it was delayed to August, which left families struggling. The Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS) now says benefits should […]
Naugatuck State Forest under temporary alcohol ban imposed by DEEP for state recreation areas
NAUGATUCK, Conn — The Naugatuck State Forest has been added to a list of state recreation areas under a temporary alcohol ban imposed by the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, according to a release Tuesday. The ban on the Naugatuck State Forest, located in the towns of Naugatuck,...
'It’s outrageous, it's wrong and it's unacceptable.' | Connecticut Attorney General William Tong launches investigation into music festival gone wrong
HARTFORD, Conn. — After a hard rock music festival ended abruptly with few answers this past weekend, Connecticut’s attorney general is stepping up. Attorney General William Tong says it’s time for Capulet Entertainment to face the music. That’s the company which put on the third annual Capulet Fest last weekend.
Swimming areas at 3 state parks closed due to bacteria
HARTFORD, Conn — The swimming areas in three state parks are closed to swimmers Tuesday after indicator bacteria was found in the water. Day Pond State Park in Colchester, Wadsworth Falls State Park in Middlefield/Middletown and Wharton Brook State Park in Wallingford had their swimming areas closed. Indicator bacteria...
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