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Busts lead to 32 arrests, seizure of dozens of guns, thousands of fentanyl bags
HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - A week of city-wide drug bust operations in led to dozens of arrests. Hartford police announced on Friday that they arrested 32 people and served 11 search warrants in their city. They said they targeted areas that were under investigation as a result of citizen complaints...
New Haven seeing an uptick in gun violence
NEW HAVEN, CT - (WFSB) - The Elm City has been dealing with an increase in shootings. Police and city officials addressed it during a new conference in New Haven on Thursday, which had been planned to discuss a recent arrest. Officials said that over the past 12 days, 16...
Stanfordville Farm Destroyed by Fire
A large fire swept through Kemmerer Farm last Thursday afternoon, causing extensive damage. The fire destroyed three barns, vital farming equipment and a significant portion of the family’s hay crop, their primary source of income. The Stanford Fire Company was dispatched to the 100-acre hay farm located at 391...
Devastating Drowning at Popular Summer Spot Near New York
More details are expected to come out regarding the downing at this popular vacation destination. There are so many things to do in the summer like go swimming, boating, hiking, and more. May New Yorkers agree that one of the most beautiful places to do all of that is at Candlewood Lake in Connecticut.
Big Y temporarily closes delis over Boar’s Head recall
(WFSB) - Boar’s Head Provisions Co. said that it is recalling a number of products over possible listeria contamination concerns. The U.S. Food Safety and Inspection Service announced the recall on Friday. As a result, Big Y announced that it temporarily closed its delis. The store said it planned...
CMP Exterior Certified as Woman-owned Small Business
Suffield, CT – CMP Exterior, LLC announced it has received two business certifications: Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) certification and Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) certification. WBENC certification is a widely recognized national certification program for women-owned businesses in the U.S. The federal government’s WOSB certification is issued...
Connecticut auto thefts increased by 33% in 2023: National Insurance Crime Bureau, AAA
HARTFORD, Conn. — For most people, a vehicle is a prized possession and an integral part of making ends meet. Therefore, it is critical that vehicle owners take simple steps to prevent their investment from ending up in the hands of thieves. However, as AAA reports that vehicle theft is on the rise across the United States, Connecticut residents should be on alert and take preventative measures to thwart criminals.
19-Year-Old Charged With Shooting New Haven Man On City Street
Bridgeport resident Maurice Beverly was arrested on Thursday, July 11, for the Sunday, June 23 incident in which a 23-year-old New Haven resident was shot on a city street in New Haven. According to Officer Christian Bruckhart of the New Haven Police, officers responded to the area of Whalley Avenue...
North Branford’s New Blight Ordinance Effective July 25
The North Branford Town Council approved a new Blight Ordinance at their regular meeting in June, following a public hearing on the proposed ordinance where several residents showed up to express support for the measure. The ordinance is intended to protect the well-being and property values of residents should they have properties near them that are seriously neglected or have unmitigated deterioration.
State board upholds decision to fire New Haven officer involved in Randy Cox case
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — City of New Haven officials are applauding a state decision that will bar an officer involved in the case of a man who became paralyzed while in police custody from getting her job back. “We are pleased that the Connecticut State Board of Mediation and Arbitration voted to uphold the […]
Branford Microfund Welcomes Three New Directors
Within the first quarter of 2024, nine loans totaling $24,800 were requested from the BranfordMicrofund to support individuals and families in Branford who are experiencing unexpected financial obstacles. The fund currently has 20 active loans, which shows the importance of their ongoing efforts to provide Loans for Neighbors in Need.
Lisa Hernandez Corcoran Named BPS Director of Elementary Education
The Branford Board of Education is pleased to announce the appointment of Lisa Hernandez Corcoran as Director of Elementary Education for the Branford Public Schools (BPS). Corcoran’s career spans over two decades with experiences as an elementary classroom teacher, literacy curriculum specialist and literacy consultant. Currently, Corcoran is the Director of English Language Arts and Humanities for the Groton Public Schools.
Walk with BLT, Learn to ID Plants at Jarvis Creek Farm
Come explore the Jarvis Creek Farm and its panoply of both wildflowers and invasive plant species during two guided walks, approximately 1.5 hours each, hosted by the Branford Land Trust from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 30 and Thursday, Aug. 1. Choose one walk or come to both!
Hydroponic farm expected to bring fresh produce for greater Hartford area
A new farm that will live in Hartford’s North End is taking shape. The goal is to end food insecurity in a food desert in the Hartford area. Levo International is leading the effort, teaming up with the City of Hartford, Hands-on Hartford and CarMax to make it all happen.
How New Haven's Fair Rent Commission is helping other communities
For more than 50 years, New Haven’s Fair Rent Commission has intervened on behalf of city tenants. The city’s Fair Rent Commission helped Kat Calhoun of New Haven, after she reported several code violations and a proposed 20% rent increase. “We had a lot of, you might say,...
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