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Pokémon cards stolen from Target in Commack
Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Fourth Precinct Crime Section officers are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate the woman who allegedly stole merchandise from a Commack store in June. A woman allegedly stole approximately $900 worth of Pokémon cards from Target, located at 98...
Bear euthanized after biting woman in Cheshire
CHESHIRE, Conn. (WTNH) — A black bear in Cheshire has been euthanized after biting a woman Saturday, according to the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP). Environmental Conservation Police (EnCon) responded to the incident around 4 p.m. in the area of Cornwall Avenue and Oak Avenue. Cheshire police said the bear approached the […]
Branford Registrars offer July 26 Voter Registration Hours
In addition to its regular Tuesday and Thursday hours, the Branford Registrars of Voters office will be open on Friday, July 26, from noon to 2 p.m. for voter registration in advance of the upcoming US Senate Republican Primary on Tuesday, Aug. 13. The office is located at 40 Kirkham Street.
Driver ejected, killed in I-91 crash in Rocky Hill
A man was killed early Saturday after the vehicle he was driving crashed on Interstate 91 in Rocky Hill. State police say 44-year-old Marcos Benitez-Rengifo was killed when the vehicle hit a guardrail northbound at exit 24 around 3:00 a.m.
Young Salisbury dancer takes national title in Beyond the Stars Dance Competition
SALISBURY — Earlier this month, a rising talent cemented her place in the firmament of competitive dance when Addison Aylward-Vreeland placed first at the national level of the Beyond The Stars Dance Competition. Aylward-Vreeland, a rising fourth grader at Salisbury Central school, secured top marks among a field of...
These 3 Big Lots stores in Connecticut are listed as closing
CONNECTICUT, USA — Three Big Lots stores in Connecticut are closing, according to the company's website as of Sunday. Out of 16 locations in the state listed on the Big Lots website, the webpages for three stores include a message that says "closing this location." Those locations are 1470 Pleasant Valley Road in Manchester, 56 Turnpike Square in Milford and 40 Boston Post Road in Waterford.
Flautist Sherry Winston’s Band to Perform Branford Jazz Series on July 25
Known for her combination of eloquent taste and value of playing melodically, flautist Sherry Winston has achieved success in the music and business industries. On Thursday, July 25, she will display her exemplary musical attributes as part of the 2024 Branford Jazz Series on the Branford Green. A graduate of...
Branford Community Fund Distributes 2023 Impact Report
The Branford Community Foundation (BCF) is pleased to announce the distribution of the 2023 Impact Report, a reflection and documentation of the progress and impact of the work of the Foundation over the past year. In the 2023 Impact Report, BCF also spotlights the invaluable work of their nonprofit partners who enrich and support the Branford community.
Conn. fire chief shares volunteer leadership lessons with podcast
SOMERS, Conn. — While he spends a lot of his time talking about firefighting on his weekly podcast, newly hired Fire Chief David Lenart said his first week at his new job was about quietly listening and learning. “So far, everything is going quite well,” said Lenart, who started...
Warm temperatures to end the weekend, humidity and showers return this week
A nice end to the weekend is expected with warm temperatures, low levels of humidity and plenty of sunshine. A weak cold front will work through the state during the day and an isolated shower can't be ruled out. Otherwise, dew point temperatures will mostly drop through the comfortable low 60s throughout the day.
How a CT family-owned homecare company became a trailblazer in using tech to keep seniors safe
Imagine living in another town or state and being able to monitor your elderly or disabled loved one’s key movements in their house. You’ll know when they open and close the refrigerator, when a door or window is opened, whether they get out of bed at night and, if so, when they return. Medication taking a worry? You’ll know if that’s being done correctly too. Technology being offered by a ...
Stamford Police and Federal Agencies Arrest Suspected Narcotics Dealer
STAMFORD, CT—A significant narcotics investigation by the Stamford Police Department (SPD) Narcotics & Organized Crime Unit, in collaboration with the DEA-Bridgeport Residence Office and other federal and local agencies, has…
Children rescued from Middletown blaze that injured 4, officials say
MIDDLETOWN, Conn. (WFSB) - Four people were taken to the hospital on Sunday after a fire on Dunham Avenue in Middletown. Before the emergency crews arrived, there were reports of multiple residents being trapped. Officials say that flames were erupting from the back of a building upon arrival. It was...
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