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CCSU Planetarium Presenting Show on Meteors
The CCSU Copernican Planetarium and Observatory is presenting a show on Meteors. Shooting stars can be seen at all times of the year. One of the best meteor showers, the Perseids, will peak on August 12-13. Learn about those flashes of light in the sky at our next free public planetarium show.
Tires, railroad tracks, old machines pulled from Naugatuck River
WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — Under the Interstate 84/Route 8 junction known as Waterbury’s Mixmaster, a group known as the PAL River Brigade waded in the water, taking trash out of the Naugatuck River. “We really have to dig [debris] out of the dirt,” Sarah Rose, who helped clean up the river, said. About a dozen […]
Plantsville veteran gets free bathroom renovation
PLANTSVILLE, Conn. (WTNH) — A $24,000 project has made a Plantsville veteran’s home more accessible. Frank Russo, who was in the Marines, has multiple sclerosis and has underwent a heart transplant. Because his MS was not service-related, he was denied VA funds for home modifications. That’s why Homes for Veterans and Shoreline Veterans teamed up […]
CitySeed Starts Pitching HQ/Commercial Kitchen Plan
The state’s top agriculture official walked into an empty Fair Haven factory Monday and reached for his wallet. The official, Department of Agriculture Commissioner Bryan Hurlburt, joined other state and local officials for a tour of the former Gant shirt factory and Connecticut Illuminating Factory military ID-badge printing plant at 162 James St. He left committed to returning with financial help.
Mayor of Milford proposes a stop to new smoke shops
The mayor of Milford is working on a proposal that would stop new smoke shops from opening in the city. Milford Mayor Anthony Giannattasio said the conversation of limiting smoke stops began after hearing concerns from residents of there being too many in the city. “This has been happening over...
Busy Dew Drop Inn Looking To Expand Building In Derby
DERBY – The Dew Drop Inn, a small Valley bar and restaurant known for its 126 varieties of wings and extensive craft beer menu, is looking to expand. Dew Drop owner Jay Carlucci recently filed an application with the city to expand the restaurant/bar located at 25 North Ave.
This Time, HANH Wins Row Homes Auction
After losing out to another bidder at a previous foreclosure auction, the Housing Authority of New Haven (HANH) became the third part-owner of a former co-op’s homes in Dixwell. HANH prevailed at a foreclosure auction Saturday to purchase the building at 133 – 137 Henry St., one of the properties that...
Ansonia Schedules Public Hearing To Dissolve WPCA Board, Publishes “Transition Plan” For Aquarion Sale
ANSONIA – The Ansonia Board of Aldermen has scheduled a public hearing at 6:15 p.m. on Wednesday (July 24) to dissolve the city’s Water Pollution Control Authority (WPCA). The proposal includes the repeal of a city ordinance establishing the WPCA, and the passage of a replacement ordinance which grants the Board of Aldermen all the powers and responsibilities the WPCA previously held. Click here and scroll to page 2 to view the proposal in full.
Clinton Eyes Economic Development Assistance
In an effort to promote development and manage relationships with the local business community, the search is on in Clinton for a part-time economic development coordinator. The idea for the position, which would function as someone to act as a liaison between the Clinton business community and the town, dates back several years, first broached in 2021. At that time, former Town Manager Karl Kilduff said, “The intent of the position would be to better connect with existing businesses to understand their needs [and] growth opportunities and aid in navigating the process to foster expansion of existing businesses in Clinton.”
9 Town Transit bus damaged in Essex crash
ESSEX, Conn. (WTNH) — Essex fire officials Monday responded to a crash involving a 9 Town Transit bus. Fire crews responded to the crash on Route 153 near the old Shoreline Clinic around 6:50 a.m. Officials said both drivers were wearing seatbelts at the time of the incident. The road was closed for a little […]
This Week in New Haven (July 22 - 28)
“Never-ending” stories, multi-day festivals and two kinds of living history help stretch these long summer days. Marking 40 years since its release, The NeverEnding Story, a dark and beautiful tale of a foreign world being consumed by a terrifying force—and a rare children’s movie of genuine artistic interest to adults—screens at or just after 7 p.m. at Cinemark North Haven and Cinemark Connecticut Post 14.
NBPD Ribbon Cutting Opens State-of-the-Art Facility
On July 17, community stakeholders and supporters came out to celebrate the new North Branford Police Department (NBPD) facility, fulfilling a long-term goal for the town. A crowd of supporters cheered when local, state, and federal officials joined NBPD members to cut the police tape at a grand opening celebration for the state-of-the art building.
Stretch Your Dollar: Get an early start on back-to-school shopping for best deals
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — It may be the middle of summer, but back-to-school shopping is in full swing!. Experts say getting an early start is key. “That’s going to help you spread out your spending. Find those best deals right now,” said Emily Foley with Retailmenot.
Westbrook Mall Developers Pitch Benefits to Skeptics
WESTBROOK — Donald Poland pitched Westbrook residents on the benefits of a project to convert the ailing local outlet mall into a complex of 695 apartments and townhouses, retail space and a 100-room... Haven’t subscribed yet? Click here to register. CT Examiner is just $20 a year. And...
Delaware dominates Canton Juniors in East Region debut
Two Laurel, Delaware pitchers limited the Canton Junior Division (ages 13-14) Little League All-Star team to just one hit and struck out five as the Delaware state champions dominated Canton, 14-2 at the East Regional baseball championships on Sunday in Dubois, Pennsylvania. With its second win in two days, Delaware...
Annual Northern Exposure Showcase gives girls a chance to show off their skills to college coaches
MERIDEN, CT (WFSB) - The annual Northern Exposure Showcase is one of the most important softball events in the northeast. It features girls from all over Connecticut and the northeast, giving them the chance to show off their skills to dozens of college coaches. It is put on by USA...
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