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Borough fire department getting new truck
NAUGATUCK — The Naugatuck Fire Department has been approved to get a new rescue truck as its current truck is nearing the end of its road. The Board of Mayor and Burgesses on July 2 approved to order a Pierce Enforcer Rescue Truck through the Houston Galveston Area Council in the amount of $1.3 million from the Firematic Supply Company out of East Yaphank, N.Y.
Daniela Iacobelli, playing for more than a trophy, wins LPGA Epson Tour Hartford Healthcare Championship
MILFORD – Once the rain passed, Daniela Iacobelli brought her own storm to Milford’s Great River Golf Club for Sunday’s final round of the LPGA Epson Tour Hartford Healthcare Championship. Iacobelli, 36 years old in her 14th season, told the golf website Monday Q Info earlier in the week that her girlfriend was in the hospital dealing with complications from a surgery, but that she didn’t have ...
The Greater New Haven Probus Club wants to recycle your bicycle and musical instruments
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) – The Probus Club accepted bicycles and instruments from all across New Haven County Sunday afternoon. There were drop-off locations in Hamden, West Haven and East Haven. All of the donated bikes will go to people who can’t afford them. “They sit in people’s garages, and the kid’s left the house,” […]
Connecticut Sun's Rachel Banham Makes WNBA History Against Mercury
The Connecticut Sun took handled the Phoenix Mercury on Sunday afternoon with a final score of 96-69. The 27-point blowout for the Sun was much thanks to a couple of incredible performances by DiJonai Carrington and Rachel Banham. Carrington recorded her first career double-double, notching ...
Southington family hosts 4th annual swim-a-thon to support veterans
A number of families spent the morning by the pool at Shuttle Meadow Country Club in Berlin, but not to escape the heat. They were raising money for veterans in need. And behind it all are two young teens. The Ahern family gathered their community on a beautiful day to...
Branford Breaks Ground on New Athletic Fields, Recreational Facilities at WIS
On July 12, many community players involved in supporting Branford’s town-wide athletic fields/facilities improvement initiative came out to celebrate breaking ground for the first project on the dashboard, the multi-field and recreational facilities to be installed at Walsh Intermediate School (WIS). Branford First Selectman Jamie Cosgrove, Superintendent of Schools...
Three Connecticut wrestlers win medals at Junior and 16U nationals in Fargo
Three Connecticut wrestlers earned All-American honors on Sunday at USA Wrestling’s Junior and 16 and under national championship tournament at the Fargodome in Fargo, North Dakota. Southbury’s Sarah Henckel went to the championship match for the second time in three years but fell to Illinois’ Valerie Hamilton, 3-0 in...
NCAA Basketball: NCAA Tournament First Round-Auburn vs Yale
Mar 22, 2024; Spokane, WA, USA; Auburn Tigers forward Johni Broome (4) drives to the basket against Yale Bulldogs guard Bez Mbeng (2) during the first half of a game in the first round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament at Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Hartford Athletic Transfer Rece Buckmaster to San Antonio FC
Hartford Athletic announced today that they have transferred defender Rece Buckmaster to San Antonio FC. Buckmaster joined Athletic ahead of the 2024 season, and leaves Hartford after playing 567 minutes across eight appearances.
New York Braces for Extreme Heat And Thunderstorm Risks Early This Week
Residents in eastern New York and northwestern Connecticut are being warned of potentially dangerous conditions as Heat Advisories are issued from noon Monday through 8 PM Tuesday. With temperatures expected to reach the upper 90s or low 100s during the afternoon and evening on both days, there is a risk of heat-related illnesses. It is crucial for people to take extra precautions to stay safe during this time.
Millions in the Midwest and the East Coast remain under heat alerts
A record-breaking heatwave continues to scorch America. The Eastern part of the country is at extreme heat risk, according to Heat.gov, as record temperatures are expected to continue through Saturday, July 20. Over 100 million Americans are under a heat advisory, meaning the temperature and humidity can be potentially dangerous...
Police Seek Jewelry Owner Following Vandalism at Killingly Cemetery
The incident occurred in Windham County on Sunday, July 14, at the Holy Cross Cemetery in Killingly. According to Connecticut State Police, troopers and Killingly Police responded to the cemetery on Maple Street after receiving a report of criminal mischief. A witness reported someone causing damage to multiple grave sites...
4 charged after Groton home invasion sends victim to hospital
GROTON, Conn. (WTNH) — Four people were charged after allegedly beating a victim with a bat and displaying a gun inside the Branford Manor apartment complex, according to City of Groton Police officials. Police said they were dispatched to the complex around 3:23 a.m. on July 14. While en route, they learned an involved vehicle […]
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