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GAF Roofing Modified Masters Event Postponed At Stafford Speedway
With a forecast calling for the possibility of severe weather in the evening, Stafford Speedway management made the decision to postpone tonight’s scheduled GAF Roofing Modified Masters event. The event will now be run on Friday July 26. The Modified Masters event will be part of a card that...
Neighbors Turn Out For “Dr. Robinson Way”
Dr. Ann Garrett Robinson knows how to advocate for a street corner name. In 2022, she made sure that New Haven’s first known Black resident, Lucretia, would have a place among official city signage. On Monday, she returned to City Hall to join 20 friends and neighbors in calling...
Hartford Taste Event Impact Overview
The Hartford Taste event was a remarkable success, significantly helping the local business community and enhancing the impression of our region as a vibrant, active community. Over two days, the event attracted an impressive attendance of more than 40,000 people (up 200% in two years) providing a unique platform for over 60 small businesses, including dozens of music and artistic creatives, to showcase their products and services. These businesses benefited from free marketing and extensive media coverage, greatly amplifying their reach. Moreover, the participating businesses were all compensated, offering crucial financial support that enables many to invest in their growth, enhance their operations, and secure a more stable future.
Legals Notices - 7-18-24
ATTENTION: Are you holding Hylton Hundt Salon gift certificates pre-dating 2017? We invite you to use them before September 1, 2024, after which time they will be remitted into the custody of NYS as abandoned property. Please call 518-789-9390 for an appointment. 07-18-24 07-25-24 Notice of Decision. Town of Salisbury.
Campbell’s remains sought at gravesight
A state-contracted archaeologist and his two-person team used a ground-penetrating radar on July 2 to determine if the centuries-old remains of British Adjutant William Campbell are buried in a hollow on “Monument Path” near Wade Street in the city’s Allingtown neighborhood. David E. Leslie, the principal of...
Police arrest final suspect in January burglary at a Milford gas station
MILFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — A third and final arrest has been made for a January burglary at a gas station in Milford. Police say that three men broke into Galaxy Fuel in Milford on January 30 at around 3 a.m., breaking down the front door and stealing the ATM machine from inside. It is estimated […]
United Airlines Flight Diverted After Engine Component Detaches
A United Airlines Holdings Inc. plane was forced to return to a Connecticut airport after losing part of a liner from inside the engine’s cover, marking another incident for the carrier, which has faced increased scrutiny over several flight mishaps this year. The incident occurred with an Airbus SE...
More Then 100 People Attend Independence Day Service In Derby
DERBY — More than 100 people attended this year’s July 4th Patriotic Citizens Essay Contest Ceremony held on the Derby Green. At 11 a.m., church bells were rung thirteen times to represent the original colonies and our country’s independence. The top six contestants were recognized and awarded...
Seymour Names Permanent Finance Director
SEYMOUR – The town’s interim finance director, Jason Vieira – serving in the role since last November – has been named to the position on a permanent basis. The annual salary is $150,000. Seymour First Selectwoman Annmarie Drugonis said money is budgeted for the position in...
Cheshire ice sculptor spends days inside 18-degree studio
CHESHIRE, Conn. — Bill Covitz has owned “Ice Matters” for 25 years, but during summer heat waves, people become especially curious about his ice capades. “Ice Matters is a sculpture company, and we do ice sculptures for weddings and corporate events and holiday parties,” said Covitz, who works out of a 17' by 17' freezer/studio that’s on his residential property in Cheshire.
UConn 360 Podcast Returns With New Episodes
The UConn 360 podcast has returned from a brief hiatus with two new co-hosts from University Communications. Izzy Harris, a multi-media producer, and Mike Enright ’88 (CLAS), who serves as deputy spokesperson and editorial associate, are the news hosts of the podcast. The podcast made its debut in 2018...
Bonanno Boasts Great Passion for the Court for Valley
Sophia Bonanno originally just had tennis as a secondary sport and hobby when it came to her athletic upbringing. Yet her heart and drive to improve and succeed within the sport over time allowed her to clamor to the court and serve up some great successes. The Valley Regional junior...
Iguana escapes enclosure in Middletown, spotted at apartment complex
MIDDLETOWN, Conn. (WTNH) — No, it’s not your eyes — there is an escaped iguana prowling around Middletown. An iguana that escaped its enclosure in the Burgundy Hill and Westlake Drive area has been spotted at the Town Place Apartments, according to a post from Middletown Animal Control on Wednesday. The iguana’s owner thought the […]
Millions of gallons of wastewater dumped into the Connecticut River
(WFSB) - Millions of gallons of wastewater have been dumped into the Connecticut River. It’s happened before, thanks to our neighbors in Massachusetts. “The water is definitely up a little higher. Catfish do like stinky stuff so it could be helping them bite,” said Jasin Crowley of Enfield, who reeled in a four-pound catfish while fishing in the river.
Following Vance VP pick, CT abortion-rights advocates express growing concern about access to care
Connecticut officials and health care advocates are sharing their concerns about more potential threats to abortion and reproductive health care, gathering in New Haven this week just hours after conservative Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance was named Donald Trump’s pick for vice president. Vance, who signaled support for a national...
Troconis Granted Public Defender in Move to Appeal Conviction in Dulos Murder
STAMFORD – Michelle Troconis has been granted a public defender to appeal her 14-and-a-half-year prison sentence for the aiding in the murder of Jennifer Dulos. Troconis appeared in Stamford... Haven’t subscribed yet? Click here to register. CT Examiner is just $20 a year. And if you want to...
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