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FIRST ALERT: Storms move through region on steaming hot day
Severe thunderstorm warnings were issued for parts of Connecticut, western Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine on Tuesday afternoon and evening, but they have since expired. See all severe thunderstorm warnings in your area here. Our hot and humid airmass is here to stay for a while. Plus, there is still...
Connecticut Cities to Build EV Stations With Federal Funds
(TNS) — Nine Connecticut municipalities, including Danbury and New Milford, have been granted conditional awards from the state Department of Transportation to build out electrical vehicle charging stations in their communities to better support commuters driving electric vehicles. "Investing these funds toward making additional EV chargers readily available for...
GUIDE: Cooling centers open to get out of Connecticut’s extreme heat
CONNECTICUT (WTNH) — Cooling centers are opening throughout the state Tuesday to give residents relief from another hot and humid day. On Monday, Gov. Ned Lamont (D-Conn.) activated the state’s extreme hot weather protocol for the second time this year. The protocol is in effect through 5 p.m. on Wednesday. As a part of the […]
Bob’s Stores to Close All 21 Remaining Locations After 70 Years in Business
Meriden, Conn. — Bob’s Stores is closing all locations and liquidating its inventory as part of the Chapter 11 bankruptcy restructuring petition filed on June 18. The Meriden-based clothing retailer, which is a subsidiary of GoDigital Media Group, was unable to secure the financing needed to maintain operations.
Building Bridges Across State Lines Is Set to Transform Education in Connecticut
The American public education system is unique to each state, shaped by differences in demographics, legislation, past and present community involvement, and more. Every state has its own challenges to overcome, as well as its bright spots. It’s critical that our public schools are shaped to fit their specific communities to ensure students, families, and […]
Mass. high school security guard arrested on gun trafficking charges
A Springfield, Massachusetts, man who was arrested on firearms trafficking charges was released on a low bail in order to go back to work in a local school, Hampden District Attorney Anthony Gulluni stated Tuesday. Pablo Correa, 44, was arrested by the Hampden District Attorney S.A.F.E. Unit and Hampden County...
ShopRite to host job fair on July 27
NEW JERSEY – ShopRite will host hiring fairs on Saturday, July 27 for candidates looking for career opportunities and valuable experience in retail. The walk-up job fairs are taking place from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at store locations throughout New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Delaware and Maryland.
When will the heat wave end in NYC? Take a look at the forecast.
NEW YORK - The heat wave is continuing across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut Tuesday as the hot, sticky weather lingers. It has been four straight days of it so far, and we're in for more. A heat advisory is in effect for much of the area through 8 p.m. Wednesday. The heat index will make it feel like anywhere from 95-104 degrees. What's more, an air quality alert is in effect from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. for New York City, Northeast New Jersey, the Hudson Valley and Southwest Connecticut due to ground level ozone. Wednesday morning will be warm and...
Hot temperatures continue in CT this week. Here's what to know
A heat advisory is in effect until Wednesday evening as the state experiences higher than normal temperatures. Gov. Ned Lamont activated the state’s extreme hot weather protocol Monday, with forecasts calling for the heat index "feels like" temperature to be in the upper 90s to 100 degrees. Thursday and...
Big Lots expects to close dozens of stores, possibly in Connecticut
CONNECTICUT (WTNH) — Big Lots expects to close between 35 to 40 stores this year, according to a U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) filing from the company last month. Company leaders said inflation and their inability to compete under economic pressures have led to a substantial doubt in their ability to continue. Big Lots […]
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