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These 3 Big Lots stores in Connecticut are listed as closing
CONNECTICUT, USA — Three Big Lots stores in Connecticut are closing, according to the company's website as of Sunday. Out of 16 locations in the state listed on the Big Lots website, the webpages for three stores include a message that says "closing this location." Those locations are 1470 Pleasant Valley Road in Manchester, 56 Turnpike Square in Milford and 40 Boston Post Road in Waterford.
Connecticut takes steps to unlock $139 million in federal funding for broadband
HARTFORD, Conn. — The state of Connecticut has its eyes set on unlocking approximately $139 million in federal funding that would give more residents the opportunity to subscribe to high-speed broadband. In a release on Thursday, Gov. Ned Lamont and Commissioner Katie Dykes, of the state’s Department of Energy...
Warm temperatures to end the weekend, humidity and showers return this week
A nice end to the weekend is expected with warm temperatures, low levels of humidity and plenty of sunshine. A weak cold front will work through the state during the day and an isolated shower can't be ruled out. Otherwise, dew point temperatures will mostly drop through the comfortable low 60s throughout the day.
Conn. fire chief shares volunteer leadership lessons with podcast
SOMERS, Conn. — While he spends a lot of his time talking about firefighting on his weekly podcast, newly hired Fire Chief David Lenart said his first week at his new job was about quietly listening and learning. “So far, everything is going quite well,” said Lenart, who started...
Flautist Sherry Winston’s Band to Perform Branford Jazz Series on July 25
Known for her combination of eloquent taste and value of playing melodically, flautist Sherry Winston has achieved success in the music and business industries. On Thursday, July 25, she will display her exemplary musical attributes as part of the 2024 Branford Jazz Series on the Branford Green. A graduate of...
Branford Community Fund Distributes 2023 Impact Report
The Branford Community Foundation (BCF) is pleased to announce the distribution of the 2023 Impact Report, a reflection and documentation of the progress and impact of the work of the Foundation over the past year. In the 2023 Impact Report, BCF also spotlights the invaluable work of their nonprofit partners who enrich and support the Branford community.
Children rescued from Middletown blaze that injured 4, officials say
MIDDLETOWN, Conn. (WFSB) - Four people were taken to the hospital on Sunday after a fire on Dunham Avenue in Middletown. Before the emergency crews arrived, there were reports of multiple residents being trapped. Officials say that flames were erupting from the back of a building upon arrival. It was...
House fire displaces several in Torrington
TORRINGTON, Conn. (WTNH) — At least seven occupants in a home on Wall Street are displaced following a fire Saturday night in Torrington. Officials report that the structure fire that broke out around 8:38 p.m. was difficult to bring under control due to the various construction designs and the weather. A second-alarm was requested, followed […]
Zanor column: Killingly's Bowen to receive coaching award
Just thought I’d empty out my reporter’s notebook while hoping the Boston Red Sox and All-Star MVP Jarren Duran can keep things rolling in the second half of the season …. Award winners. As a long time member of the Connecticut Sports Media Alliance, I’m thrilled with this...
Should this dog die? A legal battle after mauling death in Suffield
After mauling a 95 year old woman to death, Dexter the dog was to be euthanized. The legal battle is ongoing, and the pricetag is going up. The post Should this dog die? A legal battle after mauling death in Suffield appeared first on Connecticut Inside Investigator.
Municipalities Should be Posting Their Most Interesting Records
Greenwich First Selectman Fred Camillo is sore at people who, he says, make lots of requests for access to town records under Connecticut’s freedom-of-information law. “Some people are abusing the sy... Haven’t subscribed yet? Click here to register. CT Examiner is just $20 a year. And if...
Brian Cuddeback taking new approach to raising money for charity with golf
AVON, CT (WFSB) - Golf is a great way for local charities to raise money. Most of the time, it’s a golf tournament where players show up, pay the entry fee, and play some golf. But Brian Cuddeback has a different idea. He is known as the golf endurance...
New London native an advocate for people with cleft
Jul. 19—Born with a cleft lip and a cleft palate, 30-year-old Ellen "Ellie" Mador has endured a lifetime of corrective surgeries ― 18 to be exact. The experience has helped turn her into a fierce advocate for access to health care and for the cleft community. When Cleft Con 2024, a global conference bringing together individuals, families and health care professionals, convenes Saturday in ...
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