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‘Stars of Storrs’ debut in ‘The Basketball Tournament’ ends with second round loss to Penn State alumni
The Stars of Storrs’ inaugural run in The Basketball Tournament came to an end on Monday after the team of mostly UConn men’s basketball alumni suffered a 94-83 loss to the Happy Valley Hoopers in the second round. Competing for the $1 million winner take all prize for the first time, the Stars of Storrs were never able to put their foot down defensively to stop the Happy Valley Hoopers, a ...
Bridgeport students build plane in class
BRIDGEPORT, Conn. (WTNH) — Recent Bridgeport high school graduates looked to the skies on Monday for their own creation — an airplane they spent three years building. The Bassick High School students made the plane in their shop class. Monday, they watched as it took off from Sikorsky Memorial Airport. “I’m dyslexic, so I didn’t […]
Tires, railroad tracks, old machines pulled from Naugatuck River
WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — Under the Interstate 84/Route 8 junction known as Waterbury’s Mixmaster, a group known as the PAL River Brigade waded in the water, taking trash out of the Naugatuck River. “We really have to dig [debris] out of the dirt,” Sarah Rose, who helped clean up the river, said. About a dozen […]
News 12’s Ask the Mayor returns today, Monday, July 22 at 7:30pm ET
News 12, the preeminent hyperlocal news source across the New York tri-state area, today announced the next edition of Ask the Mayor, a 30-minute call-in program featuring New York City Mayor Eric Adams. Ask the Mayor will air exclusively on News 12 The Bronx, News 12 Brooklyn, and News 12 NY today, Monday, July 22 at 7:30pm ET.
Meriden’s historic player piano factory to become affordable housing
A Meriden factory, where the world’s first prominent player piano was manufactured, will receive new life in the form of affordable housing. The Aeolian Company factory opened on Tremont Street in Meriden in 1887. It made self-playing pianos, before the record player took over. With demand dwindling, the company...
Mayor of Milford proposes a stop to new smoke shops
The mayor of Milford is working on a proposal that would stop new smoke shops from opening in the city. Milford Mayor Anthony Giannattasio said the conversation of limiting smoke stops began after hearing concerns from residents of there being too many in the city. “This has been happening over...
Busy Dew Drop Inn Looking To Expand Building In Derby
DERBY – The Dew Drop Inn, a small Valley bar and restaurant known for its 126 varieties of wings and extensive craft beer menu, is looking to expand. Dew Drop owner Jay Carlucci recently filed an application with the city to expand the restaurant/bar located at 25 North Ave.
Montauk Chamber of Commerce Cruise Serves as Fundraiser
Montauk Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Mariah Miltier hosted an evening of drinks, live music and dancing on a sunset cruise with captains David Ryan, Craig Markowski and Kenny and Orla Hejducek. The event provided funding to support the Montauk Fourth of July Fireworks Show.
Ansonia Schedules Public Hearing To Dissolve WPCA Board, Publishes “Transition Plan” For Aquarion Sale
ANSONIA – The Ansonia Board of Aldermen has scheduled a public hearing at 6:15 p.m. on Wednesday (July 24) to dissolve the city’s Water Pollution Control Authority (WPCA). The proposal includes the repeal of a city ordinance establishing the WPCA, and the passage of a replacement ordinance which grants the Board of Aldermen all the powers and responsibilities the WPCA previously held. Click here and scroll to page 2 to view the proposal in full.
Revised Plans Introduced for former Regal Cinemas Site in Branford
A revised set of applications for the proposed redevelopment of the Regal Cinemas site at 329 East Main Street are currently being reviewed by the Branford Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC), which plans to pick up the discussion at its next meeting. During a public hearing on July 18, the...
Four houses proposed at site of former Spring Hill Road animal rescue
MONROE, CT — Neighbors of the SPCA of Connecticut Animal Shelter railed against the facility at 359 Spring Hill Road when it first opened in the early 2000s, but the dog kennels were a grandfathered use. The owner, Frederick Acker, fought with town officials over the number of dogs allowed on the property over the years and, due to financial woes, the shelter closed down for good last year.
Numbers Climbing as Dozens Already Registered to Participate in Bridgeport's Annual Citywide Yard Sale
It’s been several weeks since the City of Bridgeport has announced it will once again be holding the annual Citywide Yard Sale. And once again, the interest in homes participating is strong. Community Development Director Andrea Kerr said dozens of homes have already been signed up to be included...
Police ID 3 Of 4 Victims In Fiery Fatal Waterbury Head-On Crash
The crash occurred in New Haven County around 11 p.m. Friday, July 19, in Waterbury on Thomaston Avenue when a car traveling south slammed into a northbound vehicle, causing both to burst into flames, said Lt. Ryan Bessette of the Waterbury Police. He added that the two involved vehicles have...
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