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Local artist preparing for big art show in Greenwich
Clara Nartey has called West Haven home for 20 years, and now her work is set to grab an even bigger audience. Nartey has her own show scheduled for Nov. 16 in Greenwich at Heather Gaudio Fine Art. She created a permanent installation at Yale School of Management and participated...
Fight inside New Haven bar leads to shooting, 2 injured: police
A fight inside of a bar in New Haven early Saturday morning led to a shooting and two people were injured, according to police. Officers responded to Noa in the 200 block of Crown Street around 1 a.m. for a report of gunshots. Callers said there was a fight inside...
UConn College Democrats launch a new coalition in preparation for the upcoming election
The executive team of UConn College Democrats has launched a coalition called UConn Students for Harris with a goal to mobilize support for the candidate and encourage voter registration. Thomas Craig, the president of Stamford College Democrats, collaborated with the Storrs campus team to create this coalition. Their plans primarily...
French Film Series Turns Institute Library Into Le Cinema
The Institute Library became le cinema Thursday night as its French film series — “Bonsoir, Mes Ami(e)s!” — began with Beauty and The Beast (also known as La Belle et la Bête), the renowned 1946 film by Jean Cocteau based on the fairy tale originally published in the 1700s. The three-film series is being presented in conjunction with Best Video and is being hosted and curated by John Hatch, who recently organized a successful Italian movie series at the Chapel Street institution.
Hollywood Producer Planning Another Major Movie Shoot in Greater Danbury
Movie producers and directors love filming in Connecticut. According to Wikipedia, as of 2023, 135 movies have been filmed or partially shot in Connecticut. According to the Newstimes, Hollywood producer Jonathan Black is gearing up for his third project, with filming planned for Danbury, Newtown, Bethel, and New Milford. During an interview with the Newstimes, Black said,
Pets of the Week: Neville & Dudley
BRANFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Here are a couple of ‘hogs who are looking for a home! Meet Neville and Dudley! These hedgehog brothers are our Pets of the Week. They are about 10 to 12-weeks-old. Even though they are a sweet pair, they do require a family that understands hedgehog care. Hedgehogs live to be […]
Sparrow Bar & Restaurant Opens in New Milford With Delicious Global Menu
Nestled in the hills of Litchfield County’s charming New Milford’s Bank Street is Sparrow Bar and Restaurant. John Bourdeau who’s been a fixture in the restaurant scene since opening Lucia Ristorante right next door, Main Street Grill in Watertown, and The Owl Wine & Food bar in nearby New Preston, has teamed up with Chef Mike Sorenson, formerly at the acclaimed Foundry Restaurant in Newtown. Here Bourdeau hangs up his chef’s hat and leaves the menu entirely up to Sorenseon who has created an eclectic, global selection with influences from South America to Asia. You won’t find specials on the menu as it tends to get changed up every few days.
Naugatuck homeowner stunned by package thief dressed as an Amazon worker
A warning about more thieves stealing packages. It’s a problem happening across the state. The most recent in Naugatuck and caught on camera. Police say someone posed as an Amazon worker and snatched a box from someone’s front porch. In this Naugatuck neighborhood in the area of Aetna...
Huskies Sweep LIU in 2024 Season Opener
STORRS, Conn.- The UConn Volleyball Team opened their 2024 season on a high note against Long Island University, sweeping the Sharks in 3 straight sets Friday night at the revamped UConn Volleyball Center in Storrs. The Huskies got off to a rapid start in the first set, as junior outside...
Late Night Cannabis Drive-Thru Now Available in Rhode Island
Your late-night cannabis fix has arrived in Rhode Island. Mother Earth Wellness in Pawtucket has extended its drive-thru hours, making it the first dispensary in New England to offer late-night hours. Mother Earth Wellness in Pawtucket. Mother Earth first opened on Esten Ave in 2022 and has continued to be...
Griswold dog rescue is "All Paws On Deck" for mother dogs: What celebrity gave them a grant
Curiosity about pet adoption and a desire for a more meaningful job lead a local woman to improving the lives of many dogs who might have otherwise been put down. Susan Burgess was looking for a puppy in 2020, and wondered what happened to mother dogs in shelters. While puppies were in high demand at that time, it turned out that many mother dogs at kill shelters get euthanized, she said. ...
Incoming UConn freshman Sarah Strong leads Team USA to gold in FIBA 3x3 U18 World Cup
(WFSB) - Incoming UConn freshman Sarah Strong is already making strides on the court for her country. She led Team USA to the gold medal at the 2024 FIBA 3x3 U18 World Cup in Hungary. The team went 7-0 in the tournament and beat Japan on Friday for the gold...
#13 Field Hockey Battles Back, But Drops Opener at UConn, 5-4, in Overtime
STORRS, Conn. – The Saint Joseph's field hockey team opened its 2024 season on Friday afternoon, dropping an overtime barnburner at UConn, 5-4. HOW IT HAPPENED. • The hosts opened the scoring less than two minutes into the game as Juul Sauer sent in a shot from the left wing.
Huskies Win OT Thriller Over #13 St. Joseph's
STORRS, Conn. – The UConn women's field hockey team opens the 2024 season with a thrilling 5-4 overtime victory. Senior Sophia Ugo pitched in two goals including the game winner with two minutes remaining in overtime. The Huskies came out firing scoring two minutes into the start of the...
NHPS begins school year with a $2.3 million budget deficit, $11.8 million unfunded
As students returned to class in New Haven on Thursday, New Haven Public Schools are starting the school year with an unusually large budget deficit. After requesting a $17 million increase in city funds to maintain the previous year’s programs, the New Haven public school system received only a $5 million increase to the previous $203,263,784 budget. In June, the Board of Education approved a tentative budget that sees New Haven Public Schools enter the year with a $2.3 million deficit. The deficit must be made up through staffing changes as the year progresses.
WATCH: Animal rescue reunites nursing mother with her puppies in Waterbury
An animal rescue organization has reunited a nursing mother with several of her puppies in Waterbury Thursday night. The dog was found in the area of Lincoln Street, and was likely dumped after giving birth. BARC CT, an animal advocacy and rescue organization, helped the Pitbull reunite with five of...
Football Opens Season With Two Home Games
The 2024 Campaign for Pace Football will begin at home for Week 1 and 2. The Setters are set to play the East Stroudsburg University Pirates next Thursday, September 5th, at 7:00 pm. That game is followed by another one early in the week, the University of New Haven Chargers, a fellow Northeast-10 team. The Chargers and Setters kick off Friday, September 13th at 7:00 pm.
Proclamation: Madison Salutes Our Heroes
WHEREAS, the members of the Exchange Club of Madison were so affected by the events of September 11, 2001 that they were moved to design a public ceremony of honor which has been held for the last three years; and. WHEREAS, The Salute to Madison’s Heroes is a reverent tribute...
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