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Hartford’s Arulampalam joining yearlong executive development program for mayors
Hartford Mayor Arunan Arulampalam has been selected to participate in a yearlong international leadership program for mayors, his office announced Wednesday. Arulampalam is part of the eighth class of the Bloomberg Harvard Leadership Initiative, along with 39 mayors from 11 countries. The professional management training program began Sunday with a four-day program in New York City. “Every ...
Cheese Biz Pioneer Dies At 87
Pasquale “Lino” Liuzzi’s first job upon immigrating to America in 1962 was pouring concrete for sidewalks in the Bronx. A few weeks after landing that work, he saw an ad in an Italian newspaper: a factory in East Haven was looking for a cheesemaker. He decided to give it a shot.
Animal control looking to rehome two dogs after Burlington shelter reaches capacity
The animal control department serving Burlington and Canton will not accept non-emergency intakes until further notice after its shelter reached capacity. The Burlington and Canton Animal Control Department announced Tuesday that the shelter, located in Burlington Town Hall, is operating with only its emergency-only kennel available. However, the department also...
Health headlines: Why young adults may be passing up alcohol
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — In today’s health headlines, why young adults may be passing up alcohol, how much screen time kids should have in a week, and 10 million calls have been answered by the mental health hotline. Dr. Arjun Venkatesh, chair of emergency medicine for Yale...
Local hospitals report rise in patients with heat-related illnesses
HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) – Local hospitals reported a rise in patients suffering from heat-related illnesses as temperatures rise. During heat waves, staying hydrated is crucial as severe dehydration can quickly lead to hospitalization, with the elderly being particularly vulnerable. Dr. Jennifer Martin, Chair of Emergency Medicine at St. Francis...
Branford lights up the night with spectacular Fourth of July celebration
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews @gmail.com Hundreds of individuals made their way down to the Town of Branford for the Branford River Reunion's annual Fourth of July celebration. The festivities began at noon, with the Civil Air Patrol— Suwannee River Composite Squadron raising the American flag at the center of the Greenway to kick off the opening ceremony. The ceremony also marked the official opening of vendor booths, allowing attendees to visit local candidates and browse through a variety of handmade goods. Among the many activities individuals enjoyed were the Third Annual Cornhole Tournament and Rod Run, watermelon eating and seed spitting contests, the Bedrock De.
Hartford teachers union losing confidence in school district leadership
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — The Hartford Board of Education is expected to decide on a contract renewal for the superintendent by the end of the summer. Superintendent Leslie Torres-Rodriguez has been the head of the school district since 2017. She led the district through the COVID-19 pandemic, learning loss and, most recently, navigating a $50 […]
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 […]
Bob’s Discount garners top recognition for customer experience in nationwide survey
MANCHESTER, Conn. — Bob’s Discount Furniture, a Top 100 omnichannel furniture retailer, has been named one of America’s Top Retailers, 2024 by USA Today and Plant-A Insights Group. “Bob’s Discount Furniture is thrilled to learn that our in-store experience has been recognized by such an esteemed data...
Six Lakes Park’s Future Sought
Trails for wheelchairs and strollers. A pavilion for events and education programs. Kayaking and fishing. All these ideas and more emerged from a meeting at Thornton Wilder Hall at Miller Library in Hamden, held by Six Lakes Park Coalition, as the coalition invited the public to submit input on what a future state park in the middle of Hamden might look like, and how it might best serve the community around it.
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...
Broadway star, Fradiani, heads 2024 Savin Rock Festival’s bill
Broadway star and “American Idol” winner Nick Fradiani will headline the Savin Rock Festival on July 27 in Old Grove Park, 1 Palace St. On July 26, the festival’s opening night will feature the tribute band Foreigner Journey Experience. Mayor Dorinda Borer said the annual event will...
7 displaced after New London kitchen fire
NEW LONDON, Conn. (WTNH) — A kitchen fire at a New London residence left seven people displaced early Wednesday morning, according to New London fire officials. Officials said they were dispatched to the 90 block of Blinman Street around 2:30 a.m. Upon arrival, firefighters found smoke showing from the front door. All occupants made it […]
Post 366 Returns After Three-Year Pause (Stats Recap)
The New Haven Post 366 “A” Legion Baseball team returned to the field after a three-year drought. The freshmen fought an uphill battle throughout the season but always gave their opponents a tough time and kept each contest close. They edged out Wentzville 8-6 and rallied to beat Elsberry 7-5 for their two victories of their twenty-two-game season.
Police ID man killed during fight at party in Bloomfield
A 24-year-old man was killed in a shooting during a fight at a party in Bloomfield on Saturday evening. Police said officers found Keyandre Hightower, of Bloomfield, with a gunshot wound to the neck when they responded to Evan Lane around 7:40 p.m. Saturday to investigate a shooting. A 17-year-old...
Central Connecticut Excels: USTFCCCA All-Academic Award & Track Victories
The Central Connecticut men’s and women’s track and field teams were recognized by the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) for their academic performance during the 2023-24 school year with the All-Academic Team Award it was announced on Thursday. USTFCCCA Academic Awards Release Brooke Morabito received Track & Field All-Academic Athlete recognition, which is presented to student-athletes that maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or better and must have finished the season ranked in the top-96 in an indoor individual championship event or participated in any round of the NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field…
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