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State Sales Tax Free Week Set to Begin
The state’s annual Sales Tax-Free Week is set to begin ahead of the upcoming school year. State Rep Gary Turco (D-27) said, in a message to residents today, that,. Connecticut’s annual Sales Tax-Free Week begins on Sunday and runs through Saturday, August 24. It provides a chance to save money, whether it is taking the kids back-to-school shopping or treating yourself or your loved ones.
Why Connecticut leaders are extending the alcohol ban at state parks
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — In an effort to curb increased misconduct, unruly behavior, property damage, and more, the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection has reimposed a temporary alcohol ban at several recreation areas. The ban is in effect from Tuesday, Aug. 13 through Saturday, Nov. 10. It affects the following seven state […]
Minor among recent arrests for illegal ATVs, dirt bikes in Waterbury
WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — A juvenile is among the arrests Waterbury police have made so far this month for illegal operation of ATVs and dirt bikes. The Waterbury Police Department’s Auto Theft Task Force arrested a 14-year-old male from Waterbury on Aug. 8, who they said was illegally driving an ATV in the area of […]
Waterbury mayor hopes new liaison will improve communication between him and superintendent
WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — Waterbury Mayor Paul Pernerewski Wednesday announced the appointment of a liaison he hopes will be the catalyst for better communication between him and the Superintendent of Schools. Pernerewski said the liaison’s aim will be to bridge the communication gap he said has affected students in the past. In July, the mayor […]
Connecticut residents outraged over ‘insane’ electricity bills
CONNECTICUT (WTNH) — Some customers have seen their electricity bills go up by hundreds, if not thousands of dollars this summer, and a new petition is calling for the governor to take action immediately. “It’s absolutely insane, it’s more than most people’s mortgages,” Scott Pearson, who started the petition on change.org, said. Pearson says numerous […]
88th Manchester Road Race registration begins September 1
MANCHESTER, Connecticut — Registration for the 88th Manchester Road Race begins at 5 a.m. on September 1!. The road race committee announced the registration period Friday morning. The entry fee is $32 for runners who sign up online before midnight on October 1. All sign-ups after that date will be $37 and will increase to $42 on November 23.
Scattered thunderstorms drop hail in several towns in Connecticut
A few thunderstorm cells moved through Connecticut Thursday afternoon, bringing vivid lightning, gusty winds, and hail to several towns in Connecticut. A severe thunderstorm warnings were issued for Hartford, Tolland, and New London counties, but those warnings have has since expired. The storms produced hail in several towns, including Enfield,...
Black Businesses Feel Their Success Is Ignored By Media ‘Best Of’ Lists
NHPR reports that Black businesses are frustrated about being left off popular media “best of” lists and feel their success is being ignored. Magazines and online publications are known for publishing “best of” lists to promote local businesses and give residents an open window to the “go-to” places in their cities and towns. But what’s missing are Black-owned businesses, and their owners and advocates feel overlooked. Hairdresser DeAndrea Abrahams says she sees close to eight customers a day, which equates to over 150 customers a month. Despite her success, Abrahams has been left off the West Hartford, Connecticut list. “It definitely crosses my mind;...
Joint Community Development/Tax Abatement Committee Meeting Agenda — Aug. 21
The New Haven Board of Alders Joint Community Development/Tax Abatement Committee will meet in person on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 7:00 P.M, in the Board of Alders Chambers, 165 Church St., New Haven to deliberate and act on:. LM 2024 0474. ORDER OF THE BOARD OF ALDERS OF THE...
Hartford gang member sentenced for gun offense related to 2020 Majestic Lounge shooting
HARTFORD, Conn. — A Hartford gang member connected to the 2020 Majestic Lounge shooting was sentenced for a gun offense on Thursday in Hartford, according to a release from the U.S. Attorney for the District of Connecticut. Carl “M.O.B.” Jones, 43, was sentenced to 10 years imprisonment, followed by...
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