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Extravaganza Carnival Wristband Presale is now OPEN
Newington Parks and Recreation is selling carnival wristbands online and at the Parks and Recreation office for the first time!. Sales end at noon on the event day, except for Saturday tickets, which close Friday night. Pick up your wristbands from the Presale ticket booth during carnival hours—Just bring an...
Town leaders consider renaming local field after fallen state trooper
SOUTHINGTON, Conn. (WFSB) - Southington town leaders are considering renaming a local field after State Trooper Aaron Pelletier, who died making a traffic stop in May. It has been nearly two months since Southington native and State Trooper Aaron Pelletier was killed in a hit-and-run, but residents remember it like it was yesterday.
Peter Pan flies into Waterbury this weekend with the Golden Years Theatre Company
WATERBURY, Conn. — Grab your top hat - because Peter Pan is flying into Waterbury this weekend. But this is not a cast like you've ever seen before, each one of them is over the age of 60. The oldest member taking the stage is 80 years old!. The...
Man arrested for participating in street takeover
MIDDLETOWN, CT (WFSB) – A man was arrested for participating in a street takeover in Middletown, according to police. Authorities said 31-year-old Anthony Miranda of Port Monmouth, New Jersey, was charged with reckless endangerment first-degree, interfering/resisting arrest, reckless driving, failure to stop for emergency vehicle, obstruction of an emergency vehicle, failure to maintain proper lane, operating an unregistered motor vehicle, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, operating motorcycle without motorcycle endorsement, failure to have tail lamps, and failure to have turn signals.
New Haven's tiny homes permit expires, city calls for power to be cut
Six months after reaching an agreement with New Haven, people who live in a community of backyard tiny homes are facing the threat of a cutoff of their electricity. A temporary six month permit has expired for a cluster of tiny homes constructed in New Haven for unhoused residents. In...
Notre Dame Head Coach Marcus Freeman’s ESPN Schedule This Week
Notre Dame football is headed to New York this week to do the media rounds. Notre Dame does this traditionally and during the media takeover last year, was able to catch part of a New York Mets game with none other than Sports Illustrated swimsuit cover girl Kate Upton. Marcus Freeman will be part of this annual media blitz as he heads just outside of the Big Apple to Bristol, Conn. to do the traditional “car wash” at the ESPN studios. Below is how Marcus Freeman’s schedule sets up at ESPN this coming Thursday afternoon and Friday morning: 🏈@NDFootball's @Marcus_Freeman1 will join various ESPN programming to preview the '24 CFB season Thurs🏈2p | @SportsCenter | ESPN🏈3:30p | College Football Live | ESPN🏈4:45p | Amber & Ian | @ESPNRadio Fri🏈8:45a | DiPietro & Rothenberg Show | ESPN Radio🏈9:30a |… pic.twitter.com/TToZzE8G4v — ESPN PR (@ESPNPR) July 17, 2024
Six Lakes Park’s Future Sought
Trails for wheelchairs and strollers. A pavilion for events and education programs. Kayaking and fishing. All these ideas and more emerged from a meeting at Thornton Wilder Hall at Miller Library in Hamden, held by Six Lakes Park Coalition, as the coalition invited the public to submit input on what a future state park in the middle of Hamden might look like, and how it might best serve the community around it.
Lovelace sworn in as new North Branford chief of police
NORTH BRANFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — North Branford has a new top cop, Chief James Lovelace. From walking the halls as a student in North Branford schools to being sworn in at the new high school as chief of police on Wednesday night. In between that time, Chief Lovelace has had a long journey with the […]
Hartford’s Arulampalam joining yearlong executive development program for mayors
Hartford Mayor Arunan Arulampalam has been selected to participate in a yearlong international leadership program for mayors, his office announced Wednesday. Arulampalam is part of the eighth class of the Bloomberg Harvard Leadership Initiative, along with 39 mayors from 11 countries. The professional management training program began Sunday with a four-day program in New York City. “Every ...
Hartford Taste Event Impact Overview
The Hartford Taste event was a remarkable success, significantly helping the local business community and enhancing the impression of our region as a vibrant, active community. Over two days, the event attracted an impressive attendance of more than 40,000 people (up 200% in two years) providing a unique platform for over 60 small businesses, including dozens of music and artistic creatives, to showcase their products and services. These businesses benefited from free marketing and extensive media coverage, greatly amplifying their reach. Moreover, the participating businesses were all compensated, offering crucial financial support that enables many to invest in their growth, enhance their operations, and secure a more stable future.
Seymour Names Permanent Finance Director
SEYMOUR – The town’s interim finance director, Jason Vieira – serving in the role since last November – has been named to the position on a permanent basis. The annual salary is $150,000. Seymour First Selectwoman Annmarie Drugonis said money is budgeted for the position in...
West Springfield Library Board of Trustees set to expand
WEST SPRINGFIELD — The city library’s Board of Trustees is set to expand, increasing its members from six to nine. The Town Council’s unanimous vote earlier this week has incorporated the measure into the town’s charter, Town Councilor Michael J. LaFlamme said. Soon, the board will...
Arizona State, UMass to Battle in 2024 Basketball Hall of Fame Classic
The Arizona State men’s basketball team is set to take on the UMass Minutemen in the 2024 Basketball Hall of Fame Classic in Springfield, Massachusetts, on Dec. 21. This matchup marks the first time ever these two schools will face off against each other, while Rhode Island will take on Temple as part of the double-header.
West-East rail project picks up $123M in funding
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation has officially allocated $123 million for expanded passenger rail service between the western part of the state and Boston. The funding comes from the federal government and is part of Massachusetts Department of Transportation's latest capital improvement plan. The money will help cover several critical elements to the project, including track improvements between Springfield and Worcester. Other pieces are design work for a new station in Palmer, initial steps towards reconfiguring rails in Springfield to handle more traffic, increasing capacity in Pittsfield and planning to connect Albany, N.Y. and Boston with more rail service.
A celebration of healthcare and hope: Gov. Healey attends Fairview Hospital gala
New Marlborough — Gov. Maura Healey (D) was the special guest at Fairview Hospital’s annual gala on Wednesday, July 17. In its 26th year, this year’s gala was held at Gedney Farm in New Marlborough. According to its official history, the hospital was started in 1912 when...
Shelton Jewish Festival Scheduled For July 21
The Shelton Jewish Festival is set to return this summer. The festival aims to honor Jewish traditions, showcasing music, customs, and cuisine enjoyed by Jewish people. The festival will take place this Sunday, July 21, from 1 – 3 p.m., at the Huntington Green in Shelton. James Kessler from...
AIC's criminal justice master's program qualifies for Quinn Bill
Law enforcement officers who get a master's degree in criminal justice from American International College in Springfield are now eligible for pay increases. The master’s program recently qualified as part of the Quinn Bill - a Massachusetts program that offers pay incentives to officers who pursue higher education. Also...
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