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Having a fun romp in JMar
JMar, a resort wear brand founded by Connecticut fashion personality Jessi-Mar Ewart, recently launched. Model Emma Woodward recently took to the grounds of Harkness Memorial Park in Waterford to romp around in some of the colorful garments. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN.
How Connecticut is leading the charge in sustainable wind energy
Those who have taken trips to the New London, Connecticut, area over the past year may have noticed a foreboding outline on the horizon. One of my friends, a Lord of the Rings fan, even compared it to the Eye of Sauron. Slowly, this strange structure is transforming into “Revolution Wind.” It is set to […] The post How Connecticut is leading the charge in sustainable wind energy appeared first on Rhode Island Current.
Stop & Shop closing underperforming stores in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut: See list
Stop & Shop said Friday it will close 32 underperforming grocery stores in the Northeast U.S. by the end of the year.The chain, which is owned by the Dutch supermarket company Ahold Delhaize, said it will close 10 stores in New Jersey, eight stores in Massachusetts, seven stores in New York, five stores in Connecticut and two stores in Rhode Island.The company said employees at affected stores would be offered other jobs within the company. Asked by The Associated Press how many people are employed at the 32 stores, Stop & Shop wouldn't say.Stop & Shop President Gordon Reid said...
Update: Flood watch affecting 4 Massachusetts counties until Saturday evening
On Saturday at 11:44 a.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated flood watch in effect until 8 p.m. for Norfolk, Suffolk, Bristol and Plymouth counties. The weather service describes, "Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible." "Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and...
Connecticut politicians respond to Himes’ call for Biden to drop out of race
Editor’s Note: News 8 reporter Mike Cerulli was a paid college intern for Himes for several months in 2020. HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Rep. Jim Himes (D) became the latest high-profile Democrat and the first member of Connecticut’s Congressional delegation to publicly call for President Joe Biden to exit the Presidential race on Thursday evening. […]
Gov. Lamont activates hot weather protocol for 2nd time in a week
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Connecticut’s extreme hot weather protocol will go into effect for the second time within a week, and the third time this year, according to a Friday announcement from Gov. Ned Lamont. The protocol will last from noon Sunday through 8 p.m. Wednesday. “We just had a heat wave over the first […]
Report: Higher speeds a major factor in accidents across state, police cracking down
BRANFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — A Connecticut State Police Speed Safety program is continuing to target aggressive and dangerous drivers. The program, announced in February, was aimed at reducing the number of fatalities on state roads. News 8 Investigative Reporter, Jeff Derderian rode along with State Police and got an update on the program. From February until […]
Connecticut contractor cited over fatal trench collapse
The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration said Thursday it cited a Connecticut construction contractor after a worker was killed in a December 2023 trench collapse. OSHA cited Easton-based Sound Construction Inc. for two “willful” and five “serious” violations and proposed $394,083 in penalties. The employee...
Stop & Shop reveals list of closures. See if your store is on it
Stop & Shop has released a list of 32 stores they are planning to close this year. And the footprint of the Northeastern supermarket chain in Connecticut, with 5 stores slated to close in the state. The company said the stores will close by Nov. 2. “Stop & Shop is...
Connecticut Congressman Jim Himes calls on President Biden to drop out of race
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Connecticut Congressman Jim Himes (D) has called upon President Joe Biden to step aside from his presidential campaign. Himes is the first member of Connecticut’s Congressional delegation to publicly do so. “The 2024 election will define the future of American democracy, and we must put forth the strongest candidate possible to […]
July Business of the Month – Massih Law
Even before he put his name on the door, John Massih knew what he wanted his law firm to be. Believing that legal knowledge and expertise are the baseline, he focuses on giving his clients more. And that more is service. “We do what we say we are going to do, every time. Our clients know what to expect before it has happened. Transparency and doing what you say you will do creates trust and happy clients,” John said.
Watch Out! Connecticut Cops Find Another Skim Device on ATM
On Wednesday July 3rd, the Fairfield, Connecticut Police Department issued a warning to the public about a skim device they found which records credit card informaion. The FPD posted the alert to their official Facebook page writing:. "A skimming device was found on an ATM at the Mobil Gas Station,...
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