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Sound Bites: Sailfest returns for 45th year
Good morning — At least 200,000 people were estimated to attend Sailfest — the largest maritime summer event in southeastern Connecticut — over the weekend. The two-day event, which turned 45 this year, drew visitors from across Connecticut and the surrounding New England states for more than 200 street vendors, offering food, arts and crafts and the region’s largest fireworks display.
Fire Wrecks Dixwell Home, Displaces 8
Fred Christmas was on his way to Stop & Shop to pick up a steak to grill in his backyard when he got a call from his landlord. “Fred,” he recalled her saying. “The house is on fire.”. For the past quarter century, Christmas — a former Dixwell alder...
Convicted felon among 3 arrested following cafe search in Meriden
MERIDEN, CT (WFSB) - Three people, including a convicted felon, were arrested following the execution of a search warrant inside cafe in Meriden. Raphael Jacobs, 41, the felon, was charged with criminal possession of a firearm, police said. Stephen Jenkins, 38, and Alyssa Clausell, 26, were arrested for interfering with...
Push to increase protections for workers in the heat
(WFSB) - There’s a push to increase protections for workers in the heat. This comes at a time where we’re seeing hot temperatures that can quickly turn dangerous if the right measures are not taken. Bulkeley High School in Hartford is undergoing a massive renovation. Workers have been...
VIP Tires & Service, Joe’s Tire Shop launch customer appreciation promotions
Joe’s Tire Shop and VIP Tires & Service hosted a customer appreciation event on July 10 in Waterbury, Connecticut. The event marked the start of promotions running through Aug. 21. The promotions include $50 off any service costing more than $100 and “Oil Changes for Education,” where all proceeds from Valvoline oil changes, priced at $10, will be donated to Waterbury Public Schools. Diesel oil changes are not included in the promotion.
UConn Rated Among Best in Nation in Affordability, Value
UConn is among the best universities in the country when it comes to value for money, according to new ratings by Money Magazine. Rating 745 four-year institutions on metrics that weigh affordability, quality of education, and outcomes, Money awarded 4.5 of 5 stars to UConn, earning the University a designation as one of America’s best colleges, in line with schools like the University of North Carolina, Michigan State University, the University of Virginia, and the University of Wisconsin.
Today's heat could break records. Here's what to expect during the heat advisory this week
A heat advisory is in effect for southern New England from 12 p.m. Monday to 10 p.m. Tuesday. Temperatures are expected to reach a high of 94 degrees and together with the high humidity could cause heat-related illnesses, warned the National Weather Service's Norton office. The heat index value, which...
Public safety concerns close Cotton Hollow Preserve in Glastonbury
Public safety concerns have closed Cotton Hollow Preserve in Glastonbury until further notice. In a Facebook post from the town, as of July 16, the Cotton Hollow Preserve will be closed. The town said the closure is due to public safety concerns, but did not give any additional details. While...
Connecticut Families: 9-year-old singer-songwriter provides comfort when performing her special songs
GUILFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — A small girl with a big voice and an even larger heart. A 9-year-old singer-songwriter from Guilford is sparking emotion with her meaningful work. She’s only 9-years-old, but Remy Adair can belt out a tune and play the piano like a pro. “I was looking for an instrument to play with […]
CT State Troopers monitor CTfastrak and CTrail under new security program
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CT DOT) has dedicated four state troopers to monitor CTfastrak and the CTrail Hartford Line as part of a pilot security program, according to DOT’s annual Customer Experience Action Plan progress report and a memorandum of understanding (MOU) obtained by Inside Investigator through a freedom of information request. Under the MOU between […] The post CT State Troopers monitor CTfastrak and CTrail under new security program appeared first on Connecticut Inside Investigator.
Norwich Tech grad bought hair salon business from his mentor: Why people come from Groton
A dedicated salon employee has bought the salon. It’s been a year since Henry Hoffacker took over what’s now called Studio 3H on 117 Providence St. in Taftville. He worked his way up from simple tasks as a teenager, to now having his mentor and former boss working for him.
Stretch Your Dollar: Avoid these online shopping scams
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Amazon Prime Day is here which is also “go” time for many retailers to fight for your dollars. If you plan to do any online shopping, we are stretching your dollar with tips to do it safely. Deals have been rolling out...
EBT Card Holders Will Receive $3 Admission To The Mark Twain House & Museum Via Museums For All Initiative
The Mark Twain House & Museum, located at 351 Farmington Avenue in Hartford, CT, announced its participation in Museums for All, a signature access program of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), administered by the Association of Children's Museums (ACM), to encourage people of all backgrounds to visit museums regularly and build lifelong museum-going habits.
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