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Stonington's McGugan leads by example despite the obstacles
Aug. 23—STONINGTON — Patrick McGugan was 9 years old when he was first diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. He didn't understand it, exactly; he thought he was going to the hospital to get well, just like any other sickness, and that would be that. "It just never occurred to me, because I was so young I couldn't really understand, that it was a lifetime situation," McGugan said. He played flag ...
A little red cottage told a long family story, until the river washed it all away
Dennis and Carol Bradshaw hosted countless dinners and family parties in their small red cottage and barn with a patio on the Halfway River in Sandy Hook, where children swam and fished for trout. The half-acre-property has been in Carol’s family for about a century and she inherited it from her uncle 55-years ago. The couple got married there. Paige Wagner, remembers the photo of her grandparents celebrating in their kitchen with a Carvel ice cream cake.
The Rebuild Expo brings hope to Oxford and Southbury following historic flooding
OXFORD, Conn. (WTNH) – The devastating impacts of Sunday’s historic flooding can still be seen and felt in Oxford, Southbury and surrounding areas. Saturday local businesses gathered in Oxford to bring a variety of services to one spot and help those in dire need like Elizabeth Tsimbidaros. “It was the scariest thing I’ve ever seen […]
Lee Howard: What's Going On: Anthony's Hardware has been serving Jewett City for 70 years
Aug. 23—It's not easy to keep a family business going for more than 70 years, but Anthony's Hardware in Jewett City still attracts customers from far and wide, even with a Lowes and Home Depot only a mile away at Lisbon Landing. "He has things that Home Depot has, and he's cheaper," said customer Rob Angell of Colchester on Friday, when I visited the store. "If they don't have it, you don't ...
President Olian to step down at the end of the academic year
Quinnipiac’s President Judy Olian announced Friday morning her decision to step down from her function at the end of the 2024-25 academic year. In a university-wide email, Olian stated that it “was a difficult and emotional decision.”. “Timing for such decisions is never ideal,” Olian wrote. “There is...
Ukrainian Independence Day marked with ceremony for third year in West Haven
PHOTO — West Haven Mayor Dorinda Borer, holding sunflowers, stands with members of the Ukrainian American community, including advocacy Chair Ann Salemme of the Ukrainian National Women’s League of America Branch 108 of New Haven, third from left, and West Haven Fair Rent Commission Chairman Steven R. Mullins, fourth from left, in front of City Hall on Friday, Aug. 23, in observance of Ukrainian Independence Day. (City Photo/Michael P. Walsh)
Path to the Parade 5k raises money for New Haven Saint Patrick’s Day parade
HAMDEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Even though it’s only August, it’s never too early to plan for Saint Patrick’s Day! The Path to the Parade 5k was in Hamden on Friday, with runners lined up to run the Farmington Canal to raise money for the greater New Haven Saint Patrick’s Day Parade. Organizers fundraise year-round for […]
Enfield woman, 62, killed in Friday crash
SPRINGFIELD — A 62-year-old Enfield woman was killed Friday when the vehicle she was a passenger in collided with a pickup truck on Route 5 in Enfield. Enfield police said Patricia Carey was pronounced dead at the scene of the 1:30 p.m. crash. The operator of the vehicle was taken to Hartford Hospital with potentially serious injuries.
Meet state Rep. Bud Williams, who is seeking reelection in the 11th Hampden District
SPRINGFIELD — State Rep. Bud Williams said some of his top accomplishments representing a portion of Springfield include keeping a bank open in the Mason Square neighborhood and advocating for better health care for residents during the pandemic. It’s been seven years since Williams began to represent the 11th...
New England Weather Alert: Severe Storms with Damaging Winds, Hail Expected Monday Afternoon
Boston, MA – Southern New England is under a severe weather alert as thunderstorms are forecasted to impact the region on Monday afternoon and evening. The National Weather Service (NWS) warns that some storms could become severe, bringing significant threats to the area. According to the NWS Boston office,...
The Inishshor crowned lobster roll champ in Connecticut
COLCHESTER, CT. (WFSB) - All summer long you’ve been voting on who has the best lobster roll in the state. Friday, the Inishshor was crowned champion. Our crews got there during the lunch rush and the line was literally out the door for the six ounces of fresh lobster meat and large amount of butter.
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