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East Hartford police note increase in fake temporary license plates
EAST HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - Police in East Hartford said they noticed an increase in fake temporary registration plates on vehicles. They said on Friday that members of their traffic unit seized the fake plates and paper photo copies of dealer plates over the past few months. “When buying used...
Higher demand for solar as electric rates spike
NEW BRITAIN, Conn. (WFSB) - People all over the state are upset about their rising electric bills. A lot of people are not happy about PURA approving yet another rate increase. “It’s just ridiculous. I don’t understand it. I don’t get it,” said Julius Prescod, Bloomfield.
Essex Steam Train and Riverboat launches fundraiser to support local animal shelters
Essex Steam Train and Riverboat is on track to make a meaningful difference in our state. Throughout the month of August, it's hosting a fundraiser called "Dog Days of Summer" that benefits animal shelters around the state. "I myself have two rescue dogs that I adopted in the past five...
Jamaican national sentenced in CT to 32 years in prison for drug trafficking, identity fraud, money laundering
HARTFORD, Conn. — A citizen of Jamaica was sentenced to 32 years in prison in Hartford federal court on Thursday for narcotics trafficking, passport fraud, identity fraud and money laundering offenses, according to a release from the U.S. Attorney for the District of Connecticut. Prosecutors say Oneil Wilks, 45,...
WaveForming Publicly Released After Nine Years
East Hampton, CT (August 15, 2024)—Trinnov Audio has made its WaveForming room optimization technology publicly available for the Altitude line of audio processors used in home theater, high-end audio and commercial cinemas. The software will be a default feature of all future Altitude products and can be enabled on existing Altitude processers via a free software upgrade.
Here's How, When Hurricane Ernesto Will Affect Northeast
Hurricane Ernesto, now located south of Bermuda, will create dangerous rip currents and rough surf along the East Coast and bring downpours to parts of the Northeast even though its path is projected to be hundreds of miles from the US coast. "Seas and surf will build along the East...
Female Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck by Train in Clinton
On Aug. 10 at approximately 10:15 p.m., the Clinton Police Department (CPD) and emergency personnel were dispatched to the area of the Clinton Shoreline East Train Station for a report of a train having struck a pedestrian. The initial investigation revealed that a female had been fatally struck by a train while she was on the tracks. As of Aug. 15, the circumstances surrounding the tragedy remained unknown.
Nyberg: Directors of the Katharine Hepburn museum in Old Saybrook help carry on her legacy
OLD SAYBROOK, Conn. (WTNH) — The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center in Old Saybrook display items from her life, such as her wedding dress and more. Executive Director Brett Elliott and Development Director Robin Andrea Lee sat down with Ann Nyberg to talk about some of the history behind the memorabilia and how they were […]
Importance of having a generator for your home
(MASS APPEAL) – In the event of a power outage, a generator can help keep your home or business up and running. Todd Smith, and Danielle Chartier the head managers of the Generator Division, join me this morning to share why you should have a generator. Bartholomew Electric is...
Tomorrow’s Jazz Stars Bring New Edge To Yesterday’s Music
I may say something controversial here, but it was refreshing to see jazz music played by a relatively young ensemble at Bushnell Park Wednesday evening. Jazz has taken on the quality of being something studied and replicated, as the last few performances I’ve reviewed have been older musicians playing sets that feature classic songs. While the music is certainly great, it makes the genre feel rooted in the past as an object of admiration for what it used to be.
West Hartford theatre student in national spotlight
A recent high school grad in West Hartford is heading to college with the experience of a lifetime. This summer, James Thibault was a finalist at the National High School Musical Theatre Awards, known as the Jimmy Awards. “Ah! It feels so funny walking into the auditorium from this angle!”...
Truck crashes into pole, takes down power lines in East Granby
EAST GRANBY, Conn. (WTNH) — A road is closed and power is affected in a neighborhood of East Granby Thursday afternoon, according to fire officials. Around 12:36 p.m., fire officials said a collision involving a truck and pole occurred at the intersection of Seymour Road and Route 187. “There are poles down at the location […]
Local baker hosts donation drive for Enfield teachers
ENFIELD — Owner Amy Guindon-Bourget of AmyCakes Baked Goods, a licensed home bakery, has been hosting a School Supply Drive for Enfield teachers. Guindon-Bourget is a huge advocate for the Enfield teachers and the school community at large. She has a son that attends Enfield High School and is aware of the hardships teachers are facing in light of the recent budget cuts.
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