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Yale carbon capture center takes next steps in leadership, research
The Yale Center for Natural Carbon Capture (YCNCC), created in 2021 to study the fundamental applied science of natural carbon capture, is taking the next step in its evolution with a new managing director and promising research in key areas. Toby Bryce, formerly an independent advisor on policy, market development,...
Alexis Holmes Shares Her Journey From Training To The Olympic Stage
"I've learned that mental strength is just as crucial as physical ability." For Alexis Holmes, being an Olympian was always the goal. The Hamden, Connecticut native has been running since she was five and has always seen herself as a prominent Black woman in sports. Now, she’s gearing up for the biggest race of her life: the 2024 Paris Olympics. She enters our Zoom call with bubbly energy, sporting a soft glam and a smile as she relives the moment she saw she’d become the Olympian she wanted to be.
Bayberrys Grow, Alongside Mill River Trail
Dig. Plant. Donut — but not the kind you eat, the kind that helps the bayberry shrub retain moisture as it acclimates to its new home on the Mill River Trail. The Mill River Trail gained two new bayberry shrubs Wednesday behind 451 Grand Ave., thanks to volunteer efforts to revitalize the community corridor.
Nine Bulldogs Named to ICSA All-Academic Team
NEW HAVEN, Conn. -- Nine student-athletes from the Yale coed and women's sailing teams were named to the Inter-Collegiate Sailing Association (ICSA) All-Academic Sailing Team, as announced by the organization on Wednesday. A total of 290 student-athletes from 65 schools have been named to the team. The ICSA All-Academic Sailing Team recognizes juniors and seniors who have participated as a competitor or alternate in seven regattas (2023-2024) and have a cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher on a 4.0 scale. The Bulldogs' honorees are: Nathan Sih Mia Nicolosi Teddy Nicolosi Jack Egan Carmen Cowles Emma Cowles Catherine Cheung Jessi Avila-Shah...
Yale Urology Climbs Again in National Ranking
For the third consecutive year, Yale Medicine Urology, in connection with Yale New Haven Hospital, has been ranked nationally on U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Hospitals Adult Specialty” list. For the third consecutive year, Yale Medicine Urology, in connection with Yale New Haven Hospital, has been...
Women's Lacrosse Team To Host First Annual Summer Camp
NEW HAVEN, Conn. - The Albertus Magnus College Women's Lacrosse team will be hosting its first annual Girls Lacrosse Summer Camp. This will take place at Celentano Field at Albertus Magnus College from Monday, August 5th through Friday, August 9th 2024 from 9 am to noon. This will. Details:. Girl's...
Puerto Ricans United honors veterans at gala
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Puerto Ricans United honored both its past and the future during its annual awards gala Thursday night in New Haven. “Tonight is just a celebration of culture, of community,” Joe Rodriguez, the president of the organization’s board of directors, said. “We are acknowledging the pioneers before us, as well as […]
Shelter in place ordered as Wallingford police respond to active situation
WALLINGFORD, CT (WFSB) - Wallingford police have issued a shelter-in-place order for residents on Saturday morning. The order affects the area around Perkins Drive, which has been closed off to the public around 8:55 a.m. Residents are advised to stay indoors and away from windows while the situation is ongoing.
How New Haven's Fair Rent Commission is helping other communities
For more than 50 years, New Haven’s Fair Rent Commission has intervened on behalf of city tenants. The city’s Fair Rent Commission helped Kat Calhoun of New Haven, after she reported several code violations and a proposed 20% rent increase. “We had a lot of, you might say,...
Music, colors and pride: Peruvians celebrate Independence Day in Connecticut
The Peruvian community gathered at the state Capitol in Hartford Friday morning to celebrate in anticipation of Peru’s 203rd Independence Day, which is July 28. The spirited flag-raising ceremony featured vibrant performances by local dance groups, showcasing Peru’s rich cultural heritage. Peruvian Consul Elvis Tuesta addressed the community,...
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