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“Teachers Village” Grows In The Heights
For financial reasons, Justin Cross lives with his mom and Ubers, an expense he can ill afford, all the way across town from the Hill to his early childhood education job in Fair Haven Heights. Eric Gill commutes from Waterbury, where he shares a single room with a brother and...
Motorcyclist hospitalized with serious head injury after crash in Watertown: Police
WATERTOWN, Conn. — A man riding a motorcycle was left with a serious head injury after colliding with a car in Watertown Tuesday, according to the town's police department. Police said that at 1:20 p.m., first responders including police, the fire department and EMS went to the area of Litchfield Road and Killorin Road after receiving a report about the crash.
Middletown man headed to maximum security hospital over 2021 murder
MIDDLETOWN, Conn. (WTNH) — Middlesex Judicial District State’s Attorney Michael A. Gailor announced Tuesday that a panel committed 21-year-old Eugenio Vela III, of Middletown, to the jurisdiction of the Psychiatric Security Review Board for up to 30 years. According to evidence presented at trial, on May 20, 2021, Vela stabbed a woman more than 20 times […]
Laundry Love of Greater Danbury (LLGD)
As a chapter of a national non-profit, Laundry Love of Greater Danbury (LLGD) funds the washing of clothes and bedding for low/no income families and individuals in Danbury. Through partnerships with community agencies and White Street Wash laundromat, LLGD is brightening the lives of hundreds of residents through love, dignity, and detergent. Thanks to the generosity of many area organizations, LLGD provided over 3,600 loads of laundry last year.
Three charged in the death of Northeast Kingdom woman found inside toolbox
TROY, Vt. — Vermont State Police have charged three people in the murder of a northern Vermont woman earlier this year. VSP said it arrested Aaron Camp of Derby and Terron "Josh" Pendleton of Waterbury, both 34, on charges related to the killing of Kayla Wright back in February.
14 new EMTs to serve Bridgeport and Fairfield following American Medical Response graduation
Fourteen new graduates will be serving Bridgeport and Fairfield as emergency medical technicians with the help of the Earn While You Learn program by the American Medical Response Inc. On Wednesday, Bridgeport’s AMR celebrated the graduating class on their accomplishments. Bill Schietinger, regional director for AMR, said the EWYL...
One of City's Oldest Parks Getting Massive Makeover with Work Set to be Finished in Month of September
A major makeover of one of the city’s oldest recreational venues is in full swing and should be complete before the end of summer. According to Bridgeport Parks and Recreation Director Joe Shuttleworth, several major projects at Compton Park are progressing nicely, and some are complete. Most recently, a major part of one of the biggest parts of the makeover – redoing the basketball courts – saw a huge step taken.
Unfortunate News from Monday's Vehicle Blaze in City as Deputy Chief Pigg Confirms Several Pets Killed
Although the three individuals involved in a motor vehicle fire Monday on Interstate 79 in Bridgeport were transported for medical care, there were some fatalities. Unfortunately, Bridgeport Fire Department Deputy Chief Greg Pigg confirmed that four animals were lost in the accident. Pigg said there were three dogs and a cat there were killed as a result of the incident.
Fire officials, state police involved in close call on I-91 after car veers into work area
Firefighters and state troopers working in Rocky Hill on Monday night became the latest example of the need for improved roadway safety after a car breached an active scene off of Interstate 91. The Rocky Hill Fire Department said it responded just before 10 p.m. Monday to a reported vehicle...
Heatwaves challenge businesses and outdoor events
WEST HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) – Local businesses hosting outdoor events and dining are feeling the impact of the third heatwave this year in West Hartford. Max Burger, known for having the largest patio in the area, has had to adjust by reducing the number of tables to ensure the comfort of their staff amidst the intense heat.
Avon’s Connor Harris selected to play in Sunday’s NECBL All-Star Game
GROTON, July 16, 2024 – The Mystic Schooners scored six runs in the bottom of the eighth inning to beat the Valley Blue Sox, 8-3 on Tuesday night in New England Collegiate Baseball League action at Fitch High. Avon High graduate Connor Harris got the start for Mystic (18-14)...
Police looking for suspects who nearly hit officer while fleeing traffic stop
The search is ongoing for two suspects accused of nearly striking an officer with their car in Glastonbury over the weekend. According to Glastonbury police, the unidentified suspects were traveling in the area of Cotton Hollow Preserve on Sunday when police stopped their vehicle. Police said the suspects then almost...
No one injured after fire at homeless encampment in Wethersfield
WETHERSFIELD, Conn. (WTNH) — No one was injured after a fire broke out at a homeless encampment in Wethersfield on Tuesday. The encampment, which was located on Hartford Avenue under Route 5 and 15, was destroyed in the fire. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by the Wethersfield Volunteer Fire Department.
Hartford teachers union losing confidence in school district leadership
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — The Hartford Board of Education is expected to decide on a contract renewal for the superintendent by the end of the summer. Superintendent Leslie Torres-Rodriguez has been the head of the school district since 2017. She led the district through the COVID-19 pandemic, learning loss and, most recently, navigating a $50 […]
Angel of Edgewood working into the night delivering AC units to those in need
HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - The Hartford based organization Angel of Edgewood has been working to distribute air conditioners to those who don’t have it. More donations have been coming in, but help is still needed. These air conditioners are going to the elderly and those who are most vulnerable...
Shooting At Waterbury Apartment Complex Leaves 1 Dead, 1 Wounded
The incident occurred in New Haven County around 6:20 a.m., Tuesday, July 16, in Waterbury at 47 Armand Drive. According to Lt. Ryan Bessette of the Waterbury Police, a report of gunshots sent officers to an apartment complex where they found a 65-year-old man injured inside his unit. A second...
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