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Sunshine and smoky skies to end the week
After yesterday's showers and thunderstorms for parts of the state, expect a quieter day today. Mostly sunny skies are expected today with moderate levels of humidity. There will be quite a bit of smoke in the sky, which will make for filtered sunshine throughout the day. Today's smoke is not expected to impact air quality at the surface.
Friends of late Newington girl Regan Martins set up pink lemonade stand in her honor
NEWINGTON, Conn. (WTNH) — Friends of 12-year-old Regan Martins, a girl from Newington who died unexpectedly last week, set up a pink lemonade stand on Thursday in her honor. The stand is outside of the Newington firehouse on Richard Street, and the proceeds will go to Regan’s family. Pink was Regan’s favorite color, and the […]
East Hartford sees influx of fake license plates
EAST HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — You might want to think twice before you fake your plates. East Hartford police have seen a bump in the number of fake license plates and registrations in the area. “Here is a PSA for residents: When buying used cars from CT dealerships, ensure that you receive a temporary registration […]
Patriots'Power Surge Sinks Hartford In Third Straight Road Win
HARTFORD, CT - The Somerset Patriots won their third straight game, defeating the Hartford Yard Goats 9-3 on Thursday night in game three of a six-game series at Dunkin’ Donuts Park The Patriots have homered in 14 of their last 15 games and eight times in their last three games. Somerset has won three straight games for the third time since the start of the second half on 6/25.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER RHP Zach Messinger (5.2 IP, 3 R, 6 H, 1 BB, 6 K) earned his third consecutive win. Over his last...
Hurdles, obstacles, and shots in the dark | The CT SWAT Challenge celebrates its 20th year
WINDSOR LOCKS, Conn. — It’s always a hard charging endeavor when some of the top tactical teams in the country gather to compete. That’s been the case for the past 20 years at the Connecticut SWAT Challenge. In 2024, the four-day long competition in Windsor Locks offered an array of events for the 37 teams that came to Connecticut from across the nation.
Lawyer DeVaughn L. Ward will be Connecticut’s interim correction ombudsman
A lawyer from New London who has advocated for the rights of people held in state custody will serve as Connecticut’s first ombudsman for the correctional system, filling the role on a temporary basis while the search for a permanent ombudsman continues. Gov. Ned Lamont on Friday announced DeVaughn...
After ‘rate shock,’ Eversource says it backs plan to review how CT sets electric rates
The state’s biggest utility says it supports a comprehensive review of the way electric rates are set in Connecticut, but questioned whether regulators have the legal authority to roll back the already approved rate increases generating widespread protests among consumers. Eversource also said in a filing with utility regulators that, in combination with the rate increase, “record-setting heat ...
In Connecticut, U.S., respiratory illnesses on the rise
Aug. 16—COVID-19, whooping cough and another respiratory illness associated with children's red cheeks have been spiking in Connecticut and other states across the country, public health officials say. On Friday, Dr. Manisha Juthani, commissioner of the state Department of Public Health, said an August uptick in the number of COVID-19 cases has occurred earlier than anticipated. Although the ...
New magazine touts Connecticut farms and markets
MANCHESTER, Conn. (WTNH) — A new magazine hopes to boost the state’s farms, foods and markets. “Connecticut Grown” will be released annually. “We want people to use this magazine as a resource so you can familiarize yourself with farms, not just in your home area, but across the state, because the summer and fall are […]
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