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Coventry to take a closer look into backyard gun ranges
COVENTRY, Conn. (WTNH) — The town council in Coventry has unanimously approved a move to look into backyard gun ranges. The town is forming a committee, which takes aim at researching the backyard sport, because some residents are worried that a stray bullet or missed target could hit too close to home. Coventry Police Department […]
Sunflower farm in Griswold teams up with Make a Wish CT to help kids in need
A sunflower farm is making wishes come true. This year, Buttonwood Farm in Griswold is celebrating the 21st annual "Sunflowers for Wishes" with the Make a Wish Foundation of Connecticut. "It's really cool because you get to just wander. And there are just rows and rows and rows, and you...
Man, woman accused of robbing Cromwell Super 8 at gunpoint
CROMWELL, Conn. (WTNH) — Cromwell police say two suspects were charged after allegedly robbing a Super 8 Motel at gunpoint Tuesday. Officers responded to the motel on Industrial Park Road after report of the robbery. The victim provided a description of the suspects, and police said they were quickly located and taken into custody. 28-year-old […]
Hot with PM severe storms possible
Hydrate! One more hot and humid day ahead! Please pay attention to any storms that move through this afternoon and this evening as they could be severe. Strong gusts, hail and rotation possible. Watches and warnings are expected! A dramatic shift in our weather pattern will bring much drier air and comfortable conditions in across […]
Camper Discovers Artifact In Milford
The Milford Marine Institute has announced the discovery of an ancient lithic gouge at their annual archaeology/native culture camp in July. The gouge, which was used in making dugout canoes, was found by camper Quinn May on Friday, July 12, along the “River of Lost Name,” the Marine Institute’s name for the Indian or East River in Milford. Also found the same week by the campers was an 18th century complete pewter button, translucent hide scraper, complete felsite knife and several projectiles. Photo courtesy of the Milford Marine Institute.
First West Nile Virus positive mosquito sample confirmed in Western Mass.
EAST LONGMEADOW, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - West Nile Virus has been confirmed in a mosquito sample taken from East Longmeadow. It’s the first positive sample in western Massachusetts this season and the eleventh positive sample statewide. The sample from East Longmeadow was gathered on Monday, July 15th. At this point,...
All invited to visit former Westfield rectory this weekend before it’s razed
WESTFIELD — Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Parish is planning an open house at its former rectory at 6 Union St. following Masses on July 20 and 21. The rectory will be open 5-7 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday. The Rev. Dan...
Farm Day returning with new sites in Southwick, Granville
SOUTHWICK — Folks who want to see farming up close will get their chance in August when the town’s Agricultural Commission hosts its second annual Farm Day. “The goal of the event is to show how farmers contribute to the town’s and region’s economy,” said commission member Burt Hansen about the free event, which will run 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 18.
Special permit put on pause for Hilltown Sand and Gravel
HUNTINGTON — Melvin Hess and other principals of Hilltown Sand and Gravel, at 87 Worthington Rd., came before a joint meeting of the Huntington Planning Board and the Zoning Board of Appeals on July 9, to discuss whether the company needed a special permit to continue operating. Linda Hamlin,...
“Teachers Village” Grows In The Heights
For financial reasons, Justin Cross lives with his mom and Ubers, an expense he can ill afford, all the way across town from the Hill to his early childhood education job in Fair Haven Heights. Eric Gill commutes from Waterbury, where he shares a single room with a brother and...
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