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Jaconski, Jones Named 2024 NECBL All-Stars
LYNN, Mass. — The North Shore Navigators will have two representatives playing in the 2024 New England Collegiate Baseball League (NECBL) All-Star Game, which is set for next Sunday, July 23 at historic Muzzy Field in Bristol, Conn. Navigators outfielder/first baseman Jesse Jaconski (Penn State) will be in the...
Skimming devices found in 2 Connecticut Big Y stores
CONNECTICUT (WTNH) — Big Y representatives Monday announced they’re investigating after a skimming device was found on check-out terminals in multiple Connecticut stores. Representatives said it was June 29 when they realized skimming devices were attached to a single terminal in both the Naugatuck and Plainville stores. They said they are working with state and […]
Fence posts dot the forest
A recent Middlebury Land Trust (MLT) hike went through the Tuttle Woods preserve. Keen observation brought up a mystery: what were the concrete posts that marched off in both directions from the trail, a short way off the entrance on South Street, and who put them there? Remnants of wire wrapped around some of them.
Reward offered after 2 dogs left tied to pole in Manchester
MANCHESTER, Conn. (WTNH) — Desmond’s Army is offering a reward for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of whoever is responsible for abandoning two dogs in the pouring rain over the weekend. The animal law advocacy group is offering a $5,000 reward. Manchester Animal Control officials said video footage showed a man walking the […]
Multiple suspects arrests after home invasion in Groton
GROTON, CT (WFSB) – Groton police have arrested several individuals following a home invasion early Sunday morning at the Branford Manor apartment complex. The City of Groton Police Department received multiple calls around 3:23 a.m. reporting an individual being assaulted with a bat and the display of a firearm at an apartment within the complex.
Water main break closes lane on Route 5 in Wallingford
WALLINGFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Wallingford police say one lane is closed following a water main break in front of the Walmart on Route 5 Monday morning. Police confirmed the scene was active as of 7:15 a.m. but could not say how long the road would need to be closed. DAD’s Restaurant posted on Facebook around […]
2-year-old OK after being found unconscious in Southington pool
SOUTHINGTON, Conn. (WTNH) — Southington police say a 2-year-old is okay after being found unconscious in a pool Sunday. Police said emergency crews were dispatched to Autumn Drive, where they were told an adult was administering CPR to the roughly 2.5-year-old child. The child had regained consciousness and was crying when crews arrived, according to […]
NCAA Basketball: NCAA Tournament First Round-Auburn vs Yale
Mar 22, 2024; Spokane, WA, USA; Auburn Tigers forward Johni Broome (4) drives to the basket against Yale Bulldogs guard Bez Mbeng (2) during the first half of a game in the first round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament at Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Search continues for 2 swimmers reported missing in Candlewood Lake Monday night
DANBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — Emergency crews resumed their search Wednesday for two swimmers missing after jumping into the water at Candlewood Lake Monday night. Officials with the Danbury Fire Department said two males were reported missing after jumping off a boat in the area of City Island between 10:15 and 10:30 p.m. Monday. They were […]
Woman arrested in connection with shooting death of man in Bloomfield
BLOOMFIELD, CT (WFSB) - A 60-year-old woman was arrested on charges in connection with the deadly shooting of a man in Bloomfield that happened over the weekend. Police said Bridgette Smith of Hartford was charged with tampering with physical evidence and criminal possession of a pistol. The shooting happened on...
Flanders offers program on honeybees
Flanders Nature Center & Land Trust will offer a brand-new program, “Conversation with a Beekeeper,” Saturday, July 20, at 2 p.m. in the Flanders South Barn at 596 Flanders Road in Woodbury. This program is an introduction to the life of the honeybee and its keeper. Equipment management,...
Chicken Joint Owned By Shaq Opening In Bridgewater
Big Chicken, which was founded by NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal, a Newark native, is opening in Bridgewater on Thursday, July 18 at the Village at Bridgewater Commons. To celebrate the grand opening, the first 34 fans in line will get free Big Chicken food and drinks for a year, up to $10 a week. Shaq famously wore #34 while dominating the NBA during his time with the Orlando Magic, Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat.
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