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New London replacing lead pipes
NEW LONDON, Conn. (WTNH) — New London is getting the lead out of pipes. Friday, the state’s top health official, as well as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, celebrated this first-in-the-state project. “This is about the kids,” Connecticut Department of Public Health Commissioner Manisha Juthani said. She was among those praising New London’s proactive efforts […]
Goodwill is accepting donations for flood victims
Help is available to get flood victims back on their feet. Goodwill of Southern New England in Wolcott is collecting donations at their Meriden Road location in Wolcott for victims of the devastating flooding. They're accepting donations for clothing, housewares and other necessities. The items will be given out at...
CT Manufacturer Raises Over $2.5K for Military Heroes
Packaging and Crating Technologies presents $2,530 check to Tunnel to Towers Foundation. (Watertown, CT) – Summer is typically a time when businesses slow down or go on furlough. Not so with Connecticut crating manufacturer Packaging And Crating Technologies, LLC (PACT), which created a grassroots fundraising opportunity for the Tunnel to Towers (T2T) Foundation that ran from May 1st through the 4th of July based on sales of its popular produce line currently used by the military and moving industry. On Wednesday, July 31, 2024, the Watertown-based company presented a $2,530 check to the national charity that directly benefits American military veterans and first responders, especially those involved with the 9/11 NYC tragedy, at its company headquarters.
Branford Rotary Awards ‘Service Above Self’ $3K Scholarships to Baylis, DeFrancesco, Coppola
The Branford Rotary Club recently presented three “Service Above Self” scholarship awards of $3,000 each to three deserving members of the Branford High School (BHS) Class of 2024. The awards are given annually to high school students from Branford who excel both in the classroom and in the community. This year’s recipients are Luke Baylis, Jenna DeFrancesco, and Sam Coppola.
PODCAST: Friday, August 23 – Towing Oxford Cars; Dinner Auction With Scot Haney; Big Donors Coming In
A ton of cars, trucks and vehicles were washed away in the flooding this past Sunday. Chaz and AJ wanted to know who is in charge of getting these vehicles out of buildings, wooded areas and more. John Weid is that man, who also was part of the viral rescue efforts by Beacon Hose at Brookside. (0:00)
Motorcyclist hospitalized in crash involving a car in Shelton
SHELTON, Conn. (WTNH) – The Shelton Fire Department reports that the driver of a motorcycle was taken to a hospital following a crash involving a car Friday night. The accident was reported at 11:40 p.m. Friday night. Fire crews arrived to find the motorcycle toppled on its side and the driver semiconscious on the ground. […]
Bushnell House to Get New Roof
The David Bushnell House is getting a little facelift. Following a bid process, the Town selected National Roofing to repair the roof of the historic home for $29,997. With a construction date of 1678, the David Bushnell house located at 121 South Main Street is one of the oldest homes in Connecticut. In 2022, First Selectmen John Hall announced that Leighton Lee III, the previous owner of the house, was willing to give the historic building to the Town. Voters unanimously approved the acquisition of the David Bushnell House for a cost of $1 in early 2023.
Task Force to Study Housing Stock
At a meeting on Aug. 13, the Board of Selectmen voted to officially form an eight-person Housing Task Force (HTF) to study housing in the Town. The housing task force will be charged with studying different types of housing and the issues related to housing in Old Saybrook. Town Planner...
Middletown holds benefit tournament after encouraging 2024 season
Pictured: Anthony Nanfito (left) and Andrew Dunn led the Blue Dragons to a third-place showing in the conference championship tournament this spring. A golf tournament to benefit the boys and girls programs at Middletown High School will be held Sept. 28 at Portland Golf Course. The entry fee is $125....
To prepare to teach financial literacy, Conn. educators go back to school
Christian Sherrill was trying to corral the attention of 150 students wrapping up a classroom activity and chatting with each other about their results. A handful were getting water refills, others were checking their phones. “If you can hear my voice, clap once,” Sherrill’s voice boomed. A few people clapped, the room quieted slightly. “If you can hear my voice, clap twice.” More eyes turned toward the presentation screen. Most — not all — of the conversations...
Hornishes to appeal ruling finding them liable for kennel fees
The Hartford Superior Court ruled last week that Annie and Neil Hornish would be held liable for all kenneling costs in relation to their dog, Dexter, who was involved in the mauling death of 95-year-old Janet D’Aleo in 2019. Despite the ruling, Annie Hornish has already announced her intent to appeal the ruling. “We disagree […] The post Hornishes to appeal ruling finding them liable for kennel fees appeared first on Connecticut Inside Investigator.
The 2024 Men’s Soccer Bobcats look to bounce back from a disappointing 2023 season.
The 2024 Men’s Soccer season is here, and this could be an important year for Quinnipiac as the team looks to keep the program heading in the right direction. After a difficult 2023 season, the Bobcats are back with some fresh faces to take another go at the MAAC.
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