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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...
Man hospitalized after being struck by lightning in Colchester
COLCHESTER, CT (WFSB) – A man was taken to the hospital after he was struck by lighting in Colchester on Wednesday evening, according to fire officials. Colchester Fire Chief Steven Hoffman said it happened on Orchard Farms Road. The 34-year-old was conscious and alert but had chest pain, Hoffman...
Public safety concerns close Glastonbury’s Cotton Hollow Preserve
GLASTONBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — Public safety concerns have closed Cotton Hollow Preserve in Glastonbury until further notice. A post on the town’s Facebook page announced that the Cotton Hollow Preserve will be closed as of July 16. The closure is due to public safety concerns after crowds gathered Sunday, illegally drinking, smoking marijuana and leaving […]
Public Hearing on New Retail Cannabis Regulations Aug. 7
The Westbrook Zoning Commission will hold a special meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 7, to open a public hearing over proposed changes to the zoning regulations that would prohibit retail marijuana in the Neighborhood Commercial District (NCD). In 2022, the commission passed a zoning regulation allowing retail marijuana stores by special...
SCC Hosts 9th Annual Women of Excellence Awards at Woodwinds Aug. 13
The Shoreline Chamber of Commerce proudly presents its 9th Annual Women of Excellence Luncheon, Tuesday, August 13 at Woodwinds, 29 Schoolground Road, Branford. Doors open at 11 a.m. and the event will promptly start at 11:30 a.m. through 1:30 p.m.. This event honors women from the towns of Branford, Guilford and North Branford who have made contributions in the worlds of business, philanthropy, education, finance, the arts, public service, and community.
Former Christmas Tree Shops location in CT to be reborn as another store
A large Connecticut retail space that has sat vacant since the former tenant announced bankruptcy last year is slated to become a popular craft store. The former Christmas Tree Shops, located at 120 Hale Road in Manchester, will become a Hobby Lobby, according to Atlantic Retail, the broker representing the owner of the property. The company’s existing location at 241 Buckland St., will be ...
Dozens of ATV and dirt bike riders took over streets from Hartford to New Haven, police say
NEW HAVEN, CT (WFSB) - Dozens of ATVs and dirt bikes descended on an Elm City neighborhood over the weekend. These street takeovers are nothing new. They are an ongoing issue seen all over the state. The latest happened near the New Haven-Woodbridge line. At the intersection of Whalley Avenue...
Norwich officer accused of shoplifting at Walmart
NORWICH, Conn. (WTNH) — An officer with the Norwich Police Department has been placed on administrative leave after being accused of stealing food from a Walmart. Megan Crawford is a member of the patrol division, according to Norwich Police Chief Patrick Daley. She’s been with the department for three years and is now the subject […]
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