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Northern lights may be visible over Connecticut this week. Here's when to look for them
Here's another chance to see the Northern Lights, also known as Aurora Borealis, this year. Predictions made recently from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) indicate that New England could again witness the Northern Lights this week. The agency stated on its website this week that "geomagnetic storm watches are out"...
How Connecticut athletes fared at Paris Olympics on Day 5: Ilona Maher, USA rugby win bronze medal
Former Quinnipiac star Ilona Maher became the first Connecticut athlete to win a medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics on Tuesday, helping lead the U.S. women’s rugby sevens team to bronze for its best finish since the sport was introduced to the Games in 2016. Team USA had never even reached the Olympic semifinals before this year, but the squad upset Great Britain 17-7 on Monday in its first ...
Stop & Shop temporarily closes delis as Boar's Head expands recalled products
CONNECTICUT, USA — Stop & Shop temporarily closed their delis Tuesday as Boar's Head expanded their nationwide deli meat recall due to the potential presence of a dangerous bacteria known as listeria. According to a Stop & Shop spokesperson, the deli meat company informed them of the expanded recall...
Walmart shoppers urged to use cash as thieves use ‘shimmers’ to steal info at checkout – bank accounts exposed for days
SHOPPERS already have enough to look out for when in stores, but now experts are warning about “shimming.” You’ve probably heard of “skimming,” which is when hackers steal your info using technology that reads your cards when it swipes at the cash register. But have you heard of a new, similar method to steal your […]
Bally Sports networks reach agreement to return to Comcast
SOUTHPORT, Conn. (AP) — Most Comcast subscribers will be able to watch their favorite sports teams again after it reached an agreement with their distributor. Comcast and Diamond Sports announced Monday that 15 regional sports networks will be available on Thursday after being blacked out for three months. The Bally Sports networks were no longer available to Comcast subscribers on May 1 due to a contract dispute. Under the agreement, subscribers to Comcast’s Xfinity Ultimate TV package will gain access to the Bally RSNs. Additionally, Xfinity Ultimate TV customers will be able to stream Bally’s content on the Bally Sports app. Comcast is Diamond Sports’ third-largest distributor. Diamond Sports has been in Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings in Texas since it filed for protection last March. It has a reorganization plan before the court, but details are still being worked out.
Capitol Report: Connecticut Democrats and Republicans weigh in on Biden out, Harris in
This week on Capitol Report, Connecticut Democrats and Republicans respond to President Joe Biden ending his 2024 reelection campaign and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic presidential nominee.
Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo Rock Foxwoods with Timeless Hits
Pat Benatar in the 1980s was tough on the outside and tender on the inside. A genuine rocker, she blazed through hard-hitting songs with a voice that moved effortlessly between soulful belting and cr... Haven’t subscribed yet? Click here to register. CT Examiner is just $20 a year. And...
FDA Recalls Ground Cinnamon Distributed In NJ Over Lead Contamination
Both Advance Food International, Inc. of Maspeth, NY, and American Spices, LLC. of Ozone Park, NY, recalled the products. Shahzada's Cinnamon powder was distributed to retailers in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Massachusetts between Jan. 1 and May 24. AFI's powder was distributed across the NYC area between Dec. 1, 2023 and May 15.
Possible Health Risk Reason Popular Kitchen Item Recalled In MA
Another recall alert from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and this one directly impacts Massachusetts residents. This recall involves a popular, commonly used kitchen spice. The FDA reports via a media alert that ALB-USA Enterprises, Inc. of Bronx, NY is recalling ALB Flavor brand Cinnamon Powder. The powder...
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