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Millions of gallons of wastewater dumped into the Connecticut River
(WFSB) - Millions of gallons of wastewater have been dumped into the Connecticut River. It’s happened before, thanks to our neighbors in Massachusetts. “The water is definitely up a little higher. Catfish do like stinky stuff so it could be helping them bite,” said Jasin Crowley of Enfield, who reeled in a four-pound catfish while fishing in the river.
Do You Agree That This Connecticut Town Was Named Most Difficult to Pronounce?
Some towns have names that are so hard to pronounce. You try to read them and think, "what the heck does that even say?" I tried to think if Connecticut had any really hard ones. There may be some, I feel like there are some smaller towns in Connecticut that we haven't even heard of.
Connecticut voters react to Trump assassination attempt
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) – An attempted assassination on former president Donald Trump this weekend has Connecticut voters thinking about the country’s current political climate. While personal politics may be different, feelings of shock and disappointment were common amongst voters in the greater Hartford area. Many people News 8 spoke to on Monday said the division […]
CT Medical Examining Board recommends doctor lose license to practice
The state Medical Examining Board voted Tuesday to recommend that the Department of Public Health revoke the license of a doctor because of his alleged emotional disorder or mental illness. A three-member panel held a hearing Nov. 7, 2023, concerning charges against Dr. Roozbeh Badii. In April 2020, his license to practice medicine had been suspended for one year by the Maryland State Board of ...
Skimming devices found at 2 Big Y markets in Connecticut
Big Y said it found skimming devices at two of its supermarkets in Connecticut and the company is investigating. The company said they discovered on June 29 that someone had attached a skimming device to one single terminal in its Naugatuck and Plainville locations. Big Y is investigating. They said...
Gov. Lamont orders new state inclusion office, Republicans aren’t pleased
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Gov. Ned Lamont’s issued an executive order on Tuesday that will create a new state office on equity and inclusion, a plan that the Connecticut House of Representative’s Republican leader is calling “ill-conceived.” “I firmly believe that government should actively seek out and engage with individuals and opinions beyond those who […]
These NY, NJ, CT cities are the most and least stressed in America l 2024 full list
NEW YORK CITY - Wallethub has come out with their 2024 list of the "Most & Least Stressed Cities in America", and NY, NJ and CT were well represented. When it comes to lifestyle and stress, experts say many factors weigh in, including where you live. WalletHub's analysis focused on four areas of stress: work, finances, family, and health/safety.
Connecticut Landscaping Contractor Sentenced for Tax Evasion
A Newington, Conn., landscaping service co-owner was sentenced to three years of probation and ordered to pay a $1.75 million fine for tax evasion, the Justice Department announced Tuesday. Anthony Niro was a co-owner of A. Niro Landscape Contractors Inc., where his wife, Nanette, maintained the service’s financial records.
Standoff Escalates Over Tiny Shelters
(Updated) As a group of unhoused activists on Rosette Street held a press conference denouncing the city’s bid to shut down their backyard tiny homes, a state marshal arrived with a cease-and-desist letter from the Elicker administration — ordering the group to vacate the “illegal” dwelling units in 24 hours.
Connecticut National Guard candidates taken to hospital after ruck march in heat
NIANTIC, Conn. (WTNH) — Three Connecticut National Guard officer candidates were taken to a hospital for evaluation after “feeling the physical effects of the heat,” according to the National Guard. Members of the Connecticut National Guard Officer Candidate School were conducting a ruck march on Tuesday at Camp Nett in Niantic when five candidates reported […]
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