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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 […]
Trio On Run After Robbing CT Shop At Gunpoint: Police
Police in Connecticut are on the hunt for three men who allegedly robbed a smoke shop at gunpoint, making off with cash and goods.The incident occurred in New Haven County around 7 p.m., Saturday, June 29, at Moe's Smoke Shop at 213 Pershing Drive in Ansonia.According to Lt. Patrick Lynch of …
Police: Missing 27-year-old woman in Manchester
MANCHESTER, Conn. (WFSB) - Police are searching for a missing woman from Manchester. Chelsea Holden, 27-years-old, was reported missing by her family on Tuesday evening. If you have any information on her whereabouts, please get in touch with the Manchester Police Department at 860-645-5500.
Hooters Presence in Connecticut is Hanging on By a Very Thin Thread
On Monday (7/1/24) the Manchester, Connecticut Hooters location announced it would be closing its doors after almost 20 years. The announcement was made on the Manchester Hooters Facebook page and read:. "After nearly two decades of hot wings, cold beer, and great memories Hooters of Manchester has made the difficult...
Stretch Your Dollar: Second half of year marks good time to review financial plans
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — As we officially kick off the second half of the year this week, it may be a good time to review your financial plan. We are stretching your dollar with simple steps that can make a big difference. Managing your finances wisely can make...
Simsbury Little League U11 team wins District 6 title
The Simsbury Little League under-11 baseball team remained undefeated this summer with a 13-9 win over Avon to win the District 6 Minor Division (ages 10-11or U11) championship on Tuesday night. A majority of this Simsbury team was on the U10 team a year ago that also won a District...
1 rescued from Quinnipiac River after kayak capsizes
NORTH HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — An individual did not sustain injuries after needing to be rescued from the Quinnipiac River on Tuesday evening. According to a release, the North Haven Fire Department were called at approximately 7:50 p.m. after a kayak had capsized with people in the water. Using a boat and emergency personnel to […]
New Haven nonprofit CitySeed names Sarah Miller as new executive director
NEW HAVEN, Conn. — , a New Haven-based nonprofit dedicated to serving city residents fresh, local food while building economic opportunity in the city's food system, has announced its new executive director. Lifelong New Haven resident Sarah Miller was appointed by the CitySeed Board of Directors to fill the...
Geffen Named 2024 IRCA All-American
NEW HAVEN, Conn. – Harry Geffen of the Yale heavyweight crew team has been named Empacher-Intercollegiate Rowing Coaches Association (IRCA) All-Americans. To be named an "All-American", rowers and coxswains must have met the following criteria: The student-athlete must meet all eligibility rules defined by their institution. The student must have raced in their team's varsity boat for the current spring racing season The student-athlete must be nominated by their institution The head coach of the student athlete's institution must be in good standing with the IRCA Nominated student-athletes are then selected by the IRCA Board of Directors to "1st team",...
A Violin Virtuoso Graces The Green
Kamini Purushothaman Photo. “Go Luca, go!” shouted someone in the crowd, encouraging the violinist Luca Ciarla to return to the stage for one final song. He obliged, walking back on as the audience clapped and cheered. The upbeat notes of the composition “Libertango” soon enveloped attendees lounging on the New Haven Green.
Branford Youth Football League gears up for exciting season
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Branford Youth Football League and Cheerleading is eagerly preparing for the upcoming season, which promises to be full of excitement and competition. Early registration ends on Thursday, July 4, so now is the time for parents to sign up their young athletes. The registration fee for football will increase to $65 after July 4, so early registration is encouraged to take advantage of the current rate. The cheerleading registration fee will remain at $125, and participants will get to keep their uniforms and pom-poms. The season will run from the beginning of August through mid-October, catering to various age groups. These inclu.
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...
Woodbury pastor arrested on illegal gun charge claims the police told him it was okay
WOODBURY, Conn. — A pastor of a church in Woodbury was arrested for illegally possessing a firearm. The pastor spoke exclusively with FOX61 about the incident, which he says was all a big misunderstanding. Dr. Peter Ventura is the pastor of the First Baptist Church in Woodbury. On June...
Valley Shakespeare Festival's Free 2024 Summer Show Is THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED)
Valley Shakespeare Festival is bringing the spectacular comedy The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) to the valley this July, for their annual Free Shakespeare in the Park!. The Valley Shakespeare Festival is set to host this madcap race through all of Shakespeare's 37 plays, using only 3 actors July...
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 […]
Naugatuck State Forest under temporary alcohol ban imposed by DEEP for state recreation areas
NAUGATUCK, Conn — The Naugatuck State Forest has been added to a list of state recreation areas under a temporary alcohol ban imposed by the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, according to a release Tuesday. The ban on the Naugatuck State Forest, located in the towns of Naugatuck,...
$25k grant awarded to Vernon for upgrade to emergency operations
The town of Vernon has been awarded a $25,000 grant that will allow them to upgrade their emergency operations center. The center is a hub for emergency response when large-scale situations or weather events happen in the area. The grant, from the state division of Homeland Security, was competitive, and...
North Haven Democratic Town Committee Introduces Candidates for State Office to the Community
Press Release from North Haven Democratic Town Committee. In a series of successful events hosted by the North Haven Democratic Town Committee (DTC), the North Haven community had the opportunity to meet, greet, and support unanimously endorsed local Democratic candidates Brandi Mandato, who is running for state senator in District 34 encompassing Durham, East Haven, North Branford, North Haven, and Wallingford; and Kieran Ahern, who is running for state representative in District 87 representing North Haven.
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