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‘Camp Justice’ encourages future careers in Connecticut’s criminal justice system
ROCKY HILL, Conn. (WTNH) — State prosecutors are bringing dozens of teenagers into their offices in Rocky Hill. Not because the students did anything wrong. In fact, they are doing something very right. They are learning all about the criminal justice system at what the State Division of Criminal Justice calls “Camp Justice.” “Obviously, there […]
Applications open for 2024 class of the Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Nominations for the 2024 class of the Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame are open now through September, Gov. Ned Lamont (D-Conn.) announced Monday. The Hall of Fame recognizes veterans who have continued making positive impacts on their community after leaving military service- especially in the areas of education, public service, the […]
Connecticut Families: NAUGKIDS allows kids to ride historic train for free this summer
THOMASTON, Conn. (WTNH) — All aboard the Naugatuck Railroad for a unique adventure through the river valley! “I think history is important and this is a really unique opportunity because you get to experience this in Connecticut on a historic line that helped build this entire county at one time,” said Orion Newall, manager of […]
Missing: Have You Seen This 25-Year-Old Poughkeepsie Woman?
New York State Police issued an alert on Tuesday, July 23, following the disappearance of Dutchess County resident Maria Ortiz, of Poughkeepsie. Police noted that "Maria is small in stature," and has brown eyes, black hair, and of a thin build. The images shown above are the only ones available...
News from Total Pest Control, King Pest Solutions and Debug Pest Control
Total Pest Control, based in Southington, Conn., recently completed the acquisition of Target Pest Control in Hartford County, Conn. The move strengthens Total Pest Control’s residential footprint in Hartford County and expands its service area into Tolland County, Conn. “I was looking for a company that would reflect Target’s...
Culinary competition heats up at the CIA in Hyde Park
HYDE PARK- Production crews are cooking up some hot new content in Dutchess County said to be on Netflix’s future menu of culinary-based content. The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) is playing host to a high-profile cooking competition where the prestigious campus has joined forces with an all-star production and distribution team.
The Green Teen program of Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County cuts ribbon on community garden
MILLBROOK- On a beautiful afternoon at the Dutchess Community College (DCC) campus, the Green Teen Programs of Beacon and Poughkeepsie showcased the fruits, but more so the vegetables, of their labor with the Ribbon Cutting of the new Community Garden. Many supporters attended, including Dr. Peter Grant Jordan, President of DCC; Assemblymember Jonathan G. Jacobson; Brandon Gonzalez, Office of Congressman Pat Ryan; Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino, and Mayor of the City of Poughkeepsie, Yvonne Flowers.
Trendy Stuffed Bagel Company Officially Opens 2nd Hudson Valley Location
A Hudson Valley bagel companies much talked about 2nd location has officially opened. Left over ingredients for a New Years Eve party helped Ali Chetkof and Jeremy Rhodes create the latest popular food trend in the Hudson Valley. The couple, originally from Ulster County, moved back to the region from...
Orthopedic Associates Surgery Center earns joint replacement accreditation
Avon, Conn.-based Orthopedic Associates Surgery Center has become one of just 33 ASCs in the nation to earn the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care's advanced orthopedic certification for total joint replacements. Orthopedic Associates Surgery Center is managed by ASC management services organization Constitution Surgery Alliance, according to a July...
Great Kids: Simsbury child makes playground changes for brother
SIMSBURY, CT. (WFSB) - A 6-year-old from Simsbury loves the playground at Weatogue park - but she hates that her brother can’t join her in all the fun. In this weeks Great Kids, Olivia Schueller shows us no matter your age – you have the power to make big changes.
Avon golfer helps raise money for Gifts of Love
(WFSB) - Gifts of Love is a Connecticut nonprofit that helps families with short term financial needs. A golfer from Avon has come up with a unique, and inspiring way to help Gifts of Love meet their financial needs. “The most important shot in golf is the next one,” said...
New Report Outlines Challenges of LGBTQIA+ Community in Greater Hartford
HARTFORD, CT – A new report shows that despite advances in the rights that LGBTQIA+ residents in Greater Hartford enjoy, they still face greater challenges than their heterosexual and cisgender counterparts in areas ranging from financial stability to housing insecurity. The report, titled LGBTQIA+ Resident Wellbeing in Greater Hartford,...
Danielson ousted in Legion state tourney opener
The American Legion baseball season can be an arduous journey, especially for a young team. The postseason can also be unforgiving. Three Zone 6 teams were eliminated on the first day of the American Legion state baseball tournament: Tri-Town was edged by Glastonbury, 4-3; Moosup forfeited to Ridgefield; and Danielson fell to Simsbury. Zone...
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