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Officials: Incoming freshman class at Uconn is the largest in school history
As members of The University of Connecticut class of 2028 moved onto campus Thursday, school officials say this year's incoming class is the largest in school history. Over 6,500 incoming first year students are enrolled in the school, including 4,500 at Storrs and the rest at campuses in Stamford, Hartford, Waterbury, and Avery Point.
State troopers seek witnesses following serious collision in Kilingworth
KILLINGWORTH, CT (WFSB) - State troopers are appealing for witnesses to a serious collision that occurred on Friday evening in Killingworth. Troop E responded to the crash site on Route 80 near Roast Meat Hill Road. According to witnesses, a 2011 Harley Davidson motorcycle traveling westbound on Route 80 collided...
2 hospitalized after truck hits motorcycle on Route 80 in Killingworth: State police
KILLINGWORTH, Conn. — Editor's note: Video above originally aired in July 2024. Two motorcycle riders are in the hospital after a pick-up truck ran a stop sign and hit them on Route 80, according to Connecticut State Police. Troopers were called to the intersection of Route 80 and Roast...
Cheshire High School announces death of student, shares grief resources
CHESHIRE, Conn. (WTNH) — The Cheshire High School principal this week announced the sudden passing of a student. In a statement to parents and students Thursday, Principal Mary Joscelyn-Gadd said they are unable to release the name of the child due to confidentiality laws and out of respect for the family’s privacy. School activities were […]
24-Year-Old Accused Of Pointing Fake Assault Rifle At Drivers On I-395 In Thompson, Putnam
The incident happened Friday night, Aug. 23, in Windham County. Connecticut State Police Troop D in Danielson received multiple 911 calls reporting a red-colored sedan that was being operated aggressively. The vehicle was allegedly tailgating vehicles on I-395 southbound in the towns of Thompson and Putnam while its operator was...
Gwyneth Paltrow And Her Husband Brad Falchuk Wear Matching White Shirts While Dropping Of His Son At College
It’s that time of year when kids are heading off to college and celebrity parents are popping up on campuses! The latest stars to drop off their college-bound child were Gwyneth Paltrow and her husband, Brad Falchuk. The couple was spotted on M...
Friday, Aug. 23 Recovery Update, Kinneytown Area, Town Of Seymour
SEYMOUR — The following information was shared on social media the morning of Friday, Aug. 23 by the Office of the First Selectwoman:. This update is about the Kinneytown Dam and the surrounding area. I hope this answers some questions and concerns. Kinneytown Dam and Powerhouse:. At least two...
CT Dept. of Housing, Housing Finance Authority team up to provide funds for affordable housing
The Connecticut Department of Housing is teaming up with the Housing Finance Authority to provide millions of dollars in loans and grants to help build more affordable housing in the area.
Sunrise times are getting later. Here's when it rises after 6 a.m. in CT
The sun is starting to rise later, and that can only mean that fall is on our doorstep. With sunrise creeping a little later every day, people with alarm clocks set to the early hours of the morning may be noticing the they're now waking up before the sunrise. Before you know...
A touch more humid with a widely scattered Sunday shower
What a day yesterday! Comfortable humidity, low 80s, lots of sun. I was boating on the Sound and there was almost no chop either! Great news for the bluefish tournament. Today looks pretty good as well, but not as nice with a little wildfire smoke in the am, some PM clouds and more humidity. There […]
Two more senior administrators leave Bristol school system; Former communications director sues
With classes starting in only a week and an interim leader in charge, the second-in-command of Bristol’s school system is resigning. Deputy Superintendent Michael Dietter announced Wednesday that he is leaving, months after Superintendent Kate Carbone left her job heading the school district where state educators are investigating allegations of testing “irregularities” at an elementary ...
As demand for services grows, New Haven officials and advocates work to serve unhoused populations
A street medical team in New Haven is seeing a surge in demand for health care from people experiencing homelessness. “We've gone from 1,800 individuals [in the last three years] … [to] around 2,600 individuals that we see yearly, and we see them on a regular basis,” said Phil Costello, clinical director of homeless care for Cornell Scott Hill, the oldest community health center in Connecticut.
8 Things To Do This Weekend: Chester Fair, free Shakespeare & Old Saybrook parade
Looking for weekend activities? We have eight ideas for you. Through Sept. 15, see Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville, a real crowd pleaser at the Ivoryton Playhouse. A cute story is accompanied by Buffett’s tunes. St. George Men’s Group Italian Festival with homemade food, a bocce tournament, music...
What Happens When a Bus Stalls in Upstate New York Flood Waters?
Numerous bus passengers had to deal with a nightmare after the bus they were riding on attempted to drive through a flooded road in upstate New York on Monday. Earlier this week many parts of Connecticut, New Jersey, and New York were all hit hard by a ton of rain leading to many flooded roads. Things got so bad in parts of Connecticut that officials had to declare a state of emergency while first responders attempted to rescue many from flash-flooded roads.
What to know about the Connecticut Renaissance Faire starting next weekend
The Connecticut Renaissance Faire is almost here. Back for its 26th year, this annual faire is a recreation of a 16th-century harvest festival set right in "New England's Olde England," offering an experience that blends history, fantasy and tradition for all ages to enjoy. ...
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