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Four Minors Hospitalized After Ingesting CBD Gummies at Coventry Summer Camp
Four children, ages 12 to 15, experienced a distressing incident at Camp Westwood YMCA in Coventry, Rhode Island, after ingesting CBD gummies, leading to their hospitalization last Thursday, as reported by NBC10 Boston. First responders arrived on the scene to find the youths vomiting, a response understood to be concerning as per Western Coventry Fire Captain Robert Mann, who stated to NBC10 Boston, "The good part of it is they were conscious, and they can maintain their own airway so that they could vomit."
UConn basketball alumni team earns big win in first TBT game
(WFSB) - In their first game of the TBT, the Stars of Storrs shone bright as they upheld the UConn men’s basketball legacy. The top-seeded team, made up of former Huskies, faced off against the eighth-seeded Herkimer Originals in the Pittsburgh Regional Saturday night. The UConn alums cruised to...
Alzheimer’s Drug Offers Hope for Early-Stage Patients
UConn Health is now offering the drug lecanemab to patients with mild signs of dementia. In clinical trials it was shown to slow the progression of Alzheimer’s. The memory assessment team at the UConn Center on Aging consists of multidisciplinary experts who monitor and guide patients through the treatment process. The drug may not be a cure for Alzheimer’s but for patients like Eric Jackson, it offers the chance to remain independent longer.
Four houses proposed at site of former Spring Hill Road animal rescue
MONROE, CT — Neighbors of the SPCA of Connecticut Animal Shelter railed against the facility at 359 Spring Hill Road when it first opened in the early 2000s, but the dog kennels were a grandfathered use. The owner, Frederick Acker, fought with town officials over the number of dogs allowed on the property over the years and, due to financial woes, the shelter closed down for good last year.
North Haven Athletic Department Recognized as Quality Program Exemplary School
In an effort to recognize and commend excellence in the implementation and administration of outstanding high school athletic programs, the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) has initiated the NIAAA Quality Program Assessment. The North Haven High School athletic program has been identified as a 2024 recipient of the NIAAA...
Win tickets to ‘Twas the Night Before by Cirque du Soleil
Listen to Anna and Raven all this week at 9am for your chance to win a pair of tickets to opening night on November 29th of ‘Twas the Night Before by Cirque du Soleil. ‘Twas the Night Before… by Cirque du Soleil is a Christmas themed show inspired by the joy of giving and the wonder of the holiday season, with something for everyone in the family to enjoy. Whether you are a child of 5, 50, or 95 years old you are sure to be wowed by incredible acrobatics and a heart-warming story this season at Toyota Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford, CT, for a strictly limited engagement, November 29 through December 8, 2024.
2025 Georgia CB Elijah Whitaker commits to UConn Football
UConn Football has landed a new commitment, as Class of 2025 defensive back Elijah Whitaker has committed to the program following his Official Visit. The 6-foot, 168-pound cornerback prospect and is unranked at the moment, but became fourth defensive back commit for the Huskies this recruiting cycle, joining the likes of cornerback Jordan Rich, cornerback Osiris Gilbert and safety Axavier Bridges-Brooks.
New Ansonia Business Caters To ‘Little Divas’
ANSONIA – Families looking for a colorful way to celebrate their daughter’s next birthday can now book a ‘hot pink party bus’ thanks to a new business in town. ‘Nailicious Little Divas’ is a mobile party bus that hosts manicure and pedicure parties for kids ages four to 12.
Madison 12-U All-Star Softball Squad Finishes as State Runner-Up
The Madison 12-U All-Star softball team recently completed another tremendous campaign after finishing as the runner-up in the state championship, falling 3-1 to Milford on July 16. Previously this summer, the girls won the District 9 crown before taking the Section 3 championship. Looking back further to the successes of...
Two firefighters injured, multiple families displaced in Torrington structure fire
A major structure fire in Torrington over the weekend left two firefighters hospitalized and multiple families without homes. A Torrington fire lieutenant told NBC Connecticut that the fire erupted at a three-story apartment complex on Wall Street shortly after 8:30 p.m. Saturday. The lieutenant said the fire consumed the upper...
Crushers dominate Torrington for sixth win of season
Noah Asmar was 4-for-4 with a double and five RBI as the Canton Crushers won their sixth game of the season with an 11-4 win over the Torrington Thunder at Fuessenich Park in Tri-State League baseball on Saturday morning. Canton (6-13) tied a season-high 14 hits. The Crushers also had...
Connecticut Families: NAUGKIDS allows kids to ride historic train for free this summer
THOMASTON, Conn. (WTNH) — All aboard the Naugatuck Railroad for a unique adventure through the river valley! “I think history is important and this is a really unique opportunity because you get to experience this in Connecticut on a historic line that helped build this entire county at one time,” said Orion Newall, manager of […]
60-year-old dead after convertible flips during Preston crash
PRESTON, Conn. (WTNH) — Connecticut State Police say a man is dead after his convertible flipped over during a single-vehicle crash Sunday. Police said the crash happened around 9:30 a.m. on the 190 block of Middle Road. When emergency crews arrived, they found a 1965 Ford Mustang on its roof. The driver- 60-year-old Kraig Bressette […]
Gold Star Memorial Bridge repairs bring overnight lane closures
NEW LONDON, Conn. (WTNH) — The Department of Transportation is expected to begin repairs on the Gold Star Memorial Bridge this week, which could affect traffic. Starting Thursday, officials said they will be repairing a bridge deck on the northbound span of the Interstate 95 bridge. The work is scheduled to happen overnight from 10 […]
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