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Middletown holds benefit tournament after encouraging 2024 season
Pictured: Anthony Nanfito (left) and Andrew Dunn led the Blue Dragons to a third-place showing in the conference championship tournament this spring. A golf tournament to benefit the boys and girls programs at Middletown High School will be held Sept. 28 at Portland Golf Course. The entry fee is $125....
Haddam-Killingworth Masters Swimmers Compete at Lake George Event
(August 23, 2024) — With dozens of astounding Olympic swims fresh in their minds, five members of the Haddam-Killingworth Masters Swim Club traveled to upstate New York, eager to compete in the Lake George Open Water Swim on Saturday, August 17, 2024. (Photo above: Left to Right: Ann Faust,...
8 Things To Do This Weekend: Chester Fair, free Shakespeare & Old Saybrook parade
Looking for weekend activities? We have eight ideas for you. Through Sept. 15, see Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville, a real crowd pleaser at the Ivoryton Playhouse. A cute story is accompanied by Buffett’s tunes. St. George Men’s Group Italian Festival with homemade food, a bocce tournament, music...
24-Year-Old Accused Of Pointing Fake Assault Rifle At Drivers On I-395 In Thompson, Putnam
The incident happened Friday night, Aug. 23, in Windham County. Connecticut State Police Troop D in Danielson received multiple 911 calls reporting a red-colored sedan that was being operated aggressively. The vehicle was allegedly tailgating vehicles on I-395 southbound in the towns of Thompson and Putnam while its operator was...
Hartford Athletic Fight Back to Claim Three Points Against Louisville City
Hartford Athletic achieved their first-ever victory over Louisville City, clinching a 2-1 win fueled by two goals from Mamadou Dieng and strong goalkeeping from Renan Ribeiro. After a challenging first half, which saw Louisville strike first despite being a man down, Hartford seized control in the second half, finding momentum after a red card was issued to City midfielder Adrien Perez. This match marks the fifth time the Latics have triumphed after trailing, highlighting their resilience as they continue to chase playoff positioning.
Hartford Take Down Louisville 2-1 Behind Dieng’s Brace
Hartford Athletic took down the first place team in the USL Championship tonight, coming from behind to secure a 2-1 victory over Louisville City FC in front of a sold out home crowd at Trinity Health Stadium. After a quiet opening, the pace of tonight’s match picked up in the...
CCSU names veteran sports journalist Aimee Crawford as Vance chair in Journalism and Mass Communication
NEW BRITAIN, Conn. — Central Connecticut State University has announced that veteran sports journalist Aimee Crawford will serve as the next Robert C. Vance Endowed Chair in Journalism and Mass Communication. Crawford begins in the position this fall. The university says the Vance chair funds the appointment of prominent...
UHart President Lawrence Ward, Class of 2028 celebrate new beginnings
WEST HARTFORD, Conn. — The University of Hartford campus is abuzz, as the new academic year has arrived. Many of those making their way to the university this weekend embarked on a new experience. Among them is first-year UHart President Lawrence Ward, who celebrated the beginning of his first school year on campus by welcoming members of the Class of 2028.
Annual Dream Ride in Farmington raise money for Special Olympics
FARMINGTON, CT (WFSB) - It was a very special day in Farmington, as the annual Dream Ride took over the roads. The event raises money for the Special Olympics. This year, a YouTube star even got involved. It’s a tradition for David Hill and his family. “We come here...
Global cultures come together in New Haven for the International Cultural Art Fusion Festival
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) – Arts in Connecticut double their capacity for their annual International Cultural Art Fusion Festival Saturday in Edgewood Park. The festival is a celebration of diversity within the state of Connecticut. Local artists and artisans from across the state came together to showcase their individual talents and communities. “We really wanted […]
Preston to hold public sessions on Poquetanuck Cove plans
Aug. 24—PRESTON — With the Norwich Hospital cleanup nearly complete, Preston is ready to take on its next big project. The town has secured $3.46 million in state grants thus far, has tentative approval for two additional $4 million grants and applied for $3 million more, all for a project to turn the Route 2A area in Poquetanuck from a speedway to nearby casinos or shoreline spots into an ...
Search warrant reveals large amounts of narcotics in Hartford
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — A handful of subdivisions at the Hartford Police Department worked together to seize large amounts of narcotics that were being sold in the Frog Hollow Neighborhood of the city. Investigators say that Friday at 86-88 Hungerford St., the Community Crime Suppression Team, Vice and Narcotics Unit, and Community Service Bureau coordinated […]
The 2024 Men’s Soccer Bobcats look to bounce back from a disappointing 2023 season.
The 2024 Men’s Soccer season is here, and this could be an important year for Quinnipiac as the team looks to keep the program heading in the right direction. After a difficult 2023 season, the Bobcats are back with some fresh faces to take another go at the MAAC.
Bastille Day Celebration Showcases French Brands
Brescome Barton, in collaboration with DORO Restaurant Group, hosted a Bastille Day celebration and farm dinner at Sub-Edge Farm in Farmington on July 14. Guests enjoyed tastes of French wine, beer and spirits, with spritz bars featuring Lillet and Grey Goose Essences, a cocktail bar with selections from Rémy Cointreau and Belle de Brillet, and wines including Château Pech-Latt Corbieres, Cave de Lugny Unoaked Chardonnay, Lucien Albrecht Cremant d’Alsace Brut and Whispering Angel The Beach Rosé. The DORO Restaurant Group team created fresh French-themed cuisine using produce from Sub-Edge Farm to pair with beverage choices, which guests enjoyed in tents set amid the farm’s grounds. The farm grows 10 acres of sustainable and organically farmed vegetables, fruits, flowers, and culinary herbs and humanely raises heritage breed pigs, pasture-raised broilers, laying hens and 100% grass-fed cows. It also takes part in a 100-share Community Supported Agriculture program.
The Pizza Files: Movie Premiere-Slice of America: Charred in the Florida Sun
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) – Connecticut’s Morning Buzz Reporter Jillian Andrews was joined by Colin M. Caplan, Pizza Guru and the driving force behind Taste of New Haven, and Gorman Bechard, Director of the upcoming film Slice of America: Charred in the Florida Sun. The duo shared insights into the movie, which highlights the journey of a New Haven native who brought the city’s beloved pizza to southern Florida. The film premieres at the New Haven Museum on September 11th, kicking off a month filled with pizza-themed events in New Haven.
Sunshine and warm temperatures continue into the weekend
The quiet and comfortable weather pattern we've been enjoying will continue into the weekend. Lots of sunshine, warm temperatures and low humidity can be expected for any outdoor plans you may have. A weak disturbance passing through the northeast tomorrow may help to produce an isolated shower or storm. Most...
Nonprofit helps Hartford students prepare for new school year
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Students in Hartford head back to school next week. Friday morning, they got to stock up on needed supplies, and much more, at the 4th annual Back to School Extravaganza. Hundreds lined up before the extravaganza even started. It’s proof that this event at Dunkin Park gets bigger every year. “More […]
A bit more humid on Sunday, perhaps a shower late in the day!
Overnight, it will remain clear and comfortable with a little patchy fog forming in a few spots. Sunday looks good! Partly sunny and a bit more humid. There could be an isolated shower during the afternoon or evening but not enough of a threat to change your plans! Some spotty thundershowers possible Monday afternoon. Dry […]
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