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After a Rough Summer, Southbury Green Lands Barnes & Noble
Another week, another change in the normally stable retail and restaurant scene in Southbury, Connecticut. I have great news for those of us who have missed having a national bookstore in town, Barnes & Noble continues it's investment in Connecticut, a new one is coming to the Southbury Green shopping center.
Connecticut gets $25M from EPA to replace lead pipes, provide cleaner water
CONNECTICUT (WTNH) — Connecticut is set to receive $25 million in federal funding to provide clean water to schools and homes, as part of the Biden administration’s final rule issued Tuesday. The Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) requires water systems across the county to find and replace lead pipes within 10 years. It will […]
Facebook Marketplace Thief Steals $1,400 Tool, Police In Bloomingdale Say
Jayson Moralessales, of Orange, agreed to meet the seller in person to buy the tool, but instead, fled with the item without paying on Oct. 5, police in Bloomingdale said. Moralessales was identified as a suspect and arrested on Monday, Oct. 7, police said. He was released on a summons pending his court appearance.
New 55-and-over homes proposed in central CT town that’s becoming known for them
A local company wants to build 27 age-restricted houses on a vacant tract in Southington, the third subdivision exclusively for seniors that’s been proposed or built this year. Hoylst Real Estate LLC is seeking town permission to build on 7.5 undeveloped acres off Lazy Lane, about a half-mile west of Queen Street. Hoylst put forward its proposal last week, and residents will get to offer their ...
5 juveniles arrested in East Haven after police found them riding in a stolen car
EAST HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — 5 juveniles ranging in age from 11 to 15 were arrested for allegedly riding around in a stolen vehicle that was involved in multiple armed robberies and thefts in the area, according to police. The vehicle, a red Hyundai with New Jersey plates, had been reported stolen and was suspected […]
Quinnipiac University president injured after being struck by truck while bicycling
HAMDEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Quinnipiac University’s president Judy Olian says she’s recovering after being struck by a pickup truck while biking in Arizona last week. In a statement released to the school community, Olian said the truck struck her from behind, causing injury to her back. She said she’s continuing to work while receiving treatment- […]
Arrest Made in New Milford Robbery: Putnam County Police Track Down Suspect
Sheriff Kevin J. McConville has some news to share about a recent arrest related to a robbery that went down in Connecticut. On September 30, 2024, around 3:45 PM, the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office got the word about a vehicle and suspect involved in a knife-point robbery in New Milford, CT. Here’s what allegedly went down:
“Emma Jones Justice For Malik Corner” OK’d
The corner where East Haven police officers chased, shot, and killed 21-year-old Malik Jones in 1995 will not be called “Malik Jones Corner” after all. Instead, the Board of Alders decided to name that intersection after Jones’s mother, Emma, and the campaign for police accountability she has carried forth after his death.
Spirit Halloween Is Transforming Into Spirit Christmas This Year
Spirit Halloween is getting into a new spirit this year — the Christmas spirit. The retail popup has announced plans to test out a Christmas-themed store, aptly called Spirit Christmas. Similar to its spooky counterpart, the jolly new concept will occupy vacant buildings across the nation to bring shoppers...
Assistant director of Bethany Parks & Recreation department resigns
BETHANY, Conn. (WTNH) — The assistant director of Bethany’s Parks and Recreation department has resigned as the program continues to be under fire for an employee being accused of sexual assault. The assistant director, Anthony Cofrancesco, as well as the director, Janice Howard were placed on administrative leave in July when sexual assault allegations came […]
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