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New Haven Summer Learning Academy focuses on student success, improving math and literacy skills
The New Haven Public Schools have officially launched its Summer Learning Academy. The learning academy kicked off this week in New Haven for grades K-7 and will be available through July 31. This year there are 2,000 students participating in the Summer Learning Academy, according to Justin Harmon, a spokesperson...
Body camera video captures assault on New Haven police officer
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Police-worn body camera video captured the moment a suspect assaulted a female New Haven police officer in recent weeks. New Haven police released the video to News 8. The video below first aired on July 2, 2024. In it, police said you can see officers responding to the Fair Haven […]
Alders OK Historic Duplex Sale For $6K
Alders signed off on selling a long-vacant, city-owned duplex next to Yale New Haven Hospital for $6,000 to a local veterans housing nonprofit that plans to rehab the property into six affordable rentals. Local legislators took that vote Monday night during the latest regular meeting of the full Board of...
CT bar announces closing following double stabbing, years of disturbances
A bar in Southington plagued with fights and other disturbances, including a double stabbing that injured two bouncers earlier this year, will be permanently closing its doors on Wednesday. The announcement was made Monday on the 75 Center bar and grill’s Facebook page, where an accompanying video showed a photo montage of employees. “To our loyal and dear customers,” the bar wrote. “Thank you ...
Hartford Night Gyms Offering Free Athletic Programming
Looking for a way to stay active and have fun with friends this summer? Join Hartford Public Schools, in partnership with Active City, the City of Hartford, and the Justice Education Center, for Night Gyms, a free sports program available to all Hartford residents. Starting July 8, four HPS-run gyms...
Added glimmer in New Haven | Peabody Museum officially opens 'Minerals, Earth & Space' gallery
NEW HAVEN, Conn. — The renovated, reimagined and now reopened Yale Peabody Museum has just added some glitz and glimmer to their exhibit space. This week, the museum staff officially opened “Minerals, Earth & Space,” an exhibit that showcases a treasured collection of gemstones from across the globe.
School Library Named For Local Legend
A mother, grandmother, sister, and advocate for thousands of young New Haveners — and for the broader public school community — will live on, through the newly dedicated Hazel B. Pappas Media Center at Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy. On Friday, friends and family members and New Haven Public...
Visiting Nurses of the Lower Valley Announces 2024 Nursing Scholarship Award Recipients
Press Release from Visiting Nurses of the Lower Valley. In honor of the late Judith McCann Heiser of Ivoryton, the Visiting Nurses of the Lower Valley (VNLV) have awarded their 2024 nursing scholarship to three local applicants. This year’s scholarship recipients are Loretta Cecchini and Jessica Stoetzle of Chester and Taylor Festa of Old Saybrook.
Conn. police issue arrest warrant for Mass. stabbing spree suspect Jared Ravizza
Connecticut State Police have issued an arrest warrant for Massachusetts stabbing spree suspect Jared Ravizza, the police department confirmed to MassLive on Tuesday. State police did not immediately say what the arrest warrant was for or when it was issued, but the department previously confirmed that Ravizza was a suspect in the murder of 70-year-old Bruce Feldman, who was killed at a home in Deep River just hours before the stabbing spree on May 25. The Martha’s Vineyard Gazette reported Monday that the arrest warrant was on charges of murder, criminal mischief and two counts of animal cruelty.
Gas leak prompted evacuations at daycare, apartments in Hartford
Several apartment buildings and a daycare were evacuated after a gas leak at an unoccupied building in Hartford on Tuesday morning. It happened on Laurel Street between Farmington Avenue and Hawthorn Street and CNG, Connecticut Natural Gas, responded. The utility company could not get inside the building, so they cut...
Street racing leads to multi-vehicle crash on I-84 in Tolland
TOLLAND, CT (WFSB) - Four vehicles were involved in a crash that was believed to have started with street racing, according to state police. Troopers said it happened on Monday on Interstate 84 east between exits 68 and 69. They were sent to the crash around 9:50 p.m. They reported...
Woman Found Suffering From Stab Wounds On Brooklyn Sidewalk Dies At Hospital, Police Say
Officers were called at around 9:20 p.m. on Monday night to the area of Ritchie Highway and 4th Avenue, where they found a woman suffering from apparent stab wounds on the sidewalk. She was treated at the scene and rushed to Shock Trauma, where she later died from her injuries.
Popular sports bar in Cromwell closes ‘until further notice’
CROMWELL, CT (WFSB) - A sports bar in Cromwell announced that it had its last day of operation for a while. Chicago Sam’s Sports Bar & Grille on Shunpike Road said it would be closed “until further notice.”. Sunday was the last day it was open ahead of...
Celebrate Patriotism with South Windsor
Get ready to wave your flags and join the fun with the South Windsor Patriotic Commission, dedicated to bringing the community together in celebration of our nation’s pride. The commission itself hosts a variety of events throughout the year, ensuring there’s something for everyone to take part in. One of the highlights is the lively Memorial Day Parade, which brings families and friends together to honor those who have served our country.
Former News 8 staff member released from Hartford Hospital after surgery
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Some good news from our News 8 family. Our retired Chief Political Correspondent Mark Davis was released from Hartford Hospital after a surgery in relation to bladder cancer. Davis said it’s good to be home, and that doctors expect him to be “hiking the hills of Granby” this fall. He […]
College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences opens at Central Connecticut State University
NEW BRITAIN, Conn. — Central Connecticut State University made an exciting announcement on Monday, as it is now accepting students into its newly established College of Health and Rehabilitation Services. According to a release from the university, the college is now home to CCSU’s health sciences departments, including Nursing,...
Beloved Hartford restaurant getting ready to close its doors
HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - It’s the end of an era. A beloved Hartford restaurant is getting ready to close its doors. J Restaurant and Bar will close Wednesday night. People have been going to the restaurant to say their goodbyes and enjoy a last meal. “It’s real bittersweet. It’s...
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