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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 […]
‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ Touring New England With Original Cast Members
That iconic movie that conquered the world is going on tour, this time with three of the original cast members. I know you've heard of the 1975 film Rocky Horry Picture Show. It's the longest-running theatrical release in film history, and is based on the 1973 musical starring Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick, and Meatloaf.
North Attleborough welcomes new pickleball courts with ribbon-cutting, tournament
(WJAR) — North Attleborough celebrated the opening of new pickleball courts with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Mason Field on Saturday. Town Manager Michael Borg and Town Council members kicked off the event with remarks to community members in attendance. Borg also participated in a ceremonial game before attendees competed...
Fitchburg police seek help locating missing teen
FITCHBURG — The Fitchburg Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Ana Luiza Diaz, who was last seen in the city on Friday, Aug. 9, at about 2 a.m. Ana is described as a skinny female, approximately 5 feet 3 inches tall, weighing 100 pounds,...
Rhode Island State Troopers help citizen rescue an injured owl from the highway
WEST GREENWICH, R.I. (WLNE) — Rhode Island State troopers helped a citizen rescue an injured owl on the highway recently. The Rhode Island Troopers Association said in a post to Facebook that the owl in the picture above was found stranded on the median of I-95 in West Greenwich.
Motorcyclist hospitalized in crash involving a car in Shelton
SHELTON, Conn. (WTNH) – The Shelton Fire Department reports that the driver of a motorcycle was taken to a hospital following a crash involving a car Friday night. The accident was reported at 11:40 p.m. Friday night. Fire crews arrived to find the motorcycle toppled on its side and the driver semiconscious on the ground. […]
State of Massachusetts is closing prison due to “facility’s age, maintenance needs, and required renovations”, third to close in recent years
The state is closing another prison, this time in Bridgewater. The Department of Correction announced Thursday “plans to conclude housing operations at the Old Colony Correctional Center minimum-security men’s facility,” saying the facility would need $2.6 million in capital investments to continue on. There are 70 people...
The Place shuts its doors after 27 years
NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WLNE) — On Friday a local pizza place in North Kingstown shut its doors after 27 years of serving the community. The Place announced on Facebook that they were forced to shut down due to an expiring lease, landlord issues, and health issues. In the announcement,...
Oxford Senior Center Closing temporarily during road repairs
OXFORD, Conn. (WTNH) – The Oxford First Selectman reports that the Oxford Senior Center will be closed the week of August 26th due to repairs needed on Governors Hill Road. First Selectman George R. Temple clarified the closings in a Facebook post stating, “To ensure the safety of our Seniors during the roadway repairs on […]
White Eagle hosts 3rd annual Polish Festival in Worcester's Canal District
WORCESTER, Mass. — Hundreds turned out to the Canal District Saturday for the third annual Polish Festival. The festivities were hosted by the White Eagle. The bar became an established Polish club in 1937 in what they describe as a very Polish part of the city. The day, which is highlighted by traditional Polish cuisine, music and entertainment, is part of an effort to grow and celebrate the history of the Polish community throughout central Massachusetts.
Massachusetts State Police Violent Fugitive Apprehension Section arrests level 3 offender wanted for questioning
The Massachusetts State Police Violent Fugitive Apprehension Section Metro Team has arrested 53-year-old Edmund LaChance for failing to register with the Sex Offender Registry Board. According to the Massachusetts State Police, LaChance was separately wanted for questioning in a disturbing incident on Tuesday evening when a suspicious man driving in...
Worcester looks to use remaining ARPA funds before end-of-year deadline
WORCESTER, Mass. — The city of Worcester has committed or spent around $100 million of the $146 million it received through the American Rescue Plan Act. Some of the remaining funds have already been earmarked and the city says it's making progress to allocate all the money before the ARPA deadline of Dec. 31.
Global cultures come together in New Haven for the International Cultural Art Fusion Festival
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) – Arts in Connecticut double their capacity for their annual International Cultural Art Fusion Festival Saturday in Edgewood Park. The festival is a celebration of diversity within the state of Connecticut. Local artists and artisans from across the state came together to showcase their individual talents and communities. “We really wanted […]
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