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UConn men’s hockey announces regular season schedule
STORRS, Conn. (WFSB) - The UConn men’s hockey team announced their 2024-25 season schedule on Friday. Season tickets are now available and include all regular season games in Storrs and Hartford. They can be purchased at UConnTickets.com or by calling 877-AT-UCONN. Twelve games are played at the XL Center...
Gas station employee severely injured after being run over by vehicle in East Hartford
EAST HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — A gas station employee was rushed to the hospital after being run over by a car Saturday morning in East Hartford, police said. Officers with the East Hartford Police Department arrived at the Conoco gas station on 179 Main St. for reports of a pedestrian being hit by a vehicle. […]
The Big Show: Cleetus McFarland New England 900 Packs House For Unique Show At Stafford
STAFFORD – Weather issues have been an annoying factor for much of the 2024 racing season at Stafford Speedway. On Friday night though it was an entirely different sort of storm taking over at the historic short track racing facility. The Cleetus McFarland New England 900 thundered into Stafford...
Norwich/Preston's memorable run ends in Section 4 finals
The Norwich/Preston Williamsport team’s bid to capture a second Little League banner this summer fell short Thursday night in South Windsor. Norwich/Preston, which won the District 11 title over a week ago, were eliminated by host South Windsor, 5-1, in the Section 4 12U Majors Championship game. “We told the boys, ‘Keep your heads...
Several events held in Hartford this weekend
HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - It’s a busy weekend in Hartford with several events around the capital city focused on music, food and comic books. No matter where you are in Hartford you’re likely to see crowds of people, and there’s a good chance some will be in costumes.
Hartford to host multiple events this weekend
It's another busy weekend in Hartford, with thousands of people coming to the city for events like ConnectiCon, the Festival of Jazz, The Riverfront Food Trucks, the Salsa Social, and Latino Fest. While enjoying both ConnectiCon and the Riverfront Food Trucks, Justin of Hartford says it's a great way to...
UConn men’s basketball alumni team Stars of Storrs cruises to first-round win in TBT debut
Blowout wins in single-elimination tournaments have been the way of UConn men’s basketball over the last two years. The Stars of Storrs, a team of mostly ex-Huskies, continued the trend as it debuted in The Basketball Tournament on Saturday evening. Playing as the top seed in the Pittsburgh Regional, the Stars of Storrs blew past the No. 8 seed Herkimer Originals for an 85-52 victory. R.J. ...
Jennifer Lopez Attends The East Hampton Antiques & Design Show
Photos Courtesy of The East Hampton Antiques & Design Show. On Friday, July 12th, a preview benefit cocktail party took place for the 2024 East Hampton Antiques and Design Show at the sunning, historic grounds of Mulford Farm in East Hampton. Attendees had the chance to meet Honorary Chairmen, acclaimed design duo Tony Ingrao and Randy Kemper.
Huntington Station Man Killed In Head-On Aquebogue Crash
It happened around 11:45 a.m. Friday, July 19, in Suffolk County on Main Road, east of Union Avenue in Aquebogue. A 2018 BMW, operated by New York City resident Anthony Croce, age 65, of Brooklyn, collided head-on with a 2002 Nissan, operated by Matthew Schramm, age 67, of Huntington Station, Riverhead Police said.
Cornwall labrador maimed in bear attack
CORNWALL — An eight-year-old black labrador retriever named Charlie was mauled by a bear in his yard on the evening of Wednesday, July 17. Phyllis Nauts, his owner, said she did not hear or see the fight and only realized what had happened when Charlie came inside for mealtime.
Dealership forced me to return my new Kia after 15 days but wouldn’t give back car I traded – now I’m suing over repo
A DRIVER had to return his car to the dealership 15 days after bringing the vehicle home. Now, the one-time used Kia owner is suing the dealership after it allegedly sold his old car. Gilbert Rodriguez, who was driving a 2011 Ford Focus and wanted a newer SUV, found a...
Brian Quillin: Greenport Vocal Coach Teaches Confidence in Music & Life
Upon meeting Brian Quillin at his home music classroom in Greenport, it quickly becomes clear that he’s found his calling as a private voice teacher. It’s not his deep knowledge of music theory, skills on piano and guitar, or crystal-clear singing voice that give away his proficiency in this new career — though those are vital tools in his belt. No, the key to his burgeoning success seems to stem from his uplifting aura of positivity and genuine enthusiasm for his students’ growth on and off the stage.
Sound Bites: Submarine builders wanted
Good morning — Thousands of jobs are open in Connecticut’s submarine building sector. Reps. John Larson and Joe Courtney (D-CT) have launched a campaign called “Hire Hartford” to match workers to employers, like Electric Boat in Groton. Last year, Electric Boat hired more than 5,000 people. They’re hoping to do the same this year.
Wethersfield police seeking to identify suspects involved in robbery
WETHERFIELD, CT (WFSB) - Wethersfield police are seeking public assistance in identifying suspects involved in a burglary at Wolcott Hill Mart early Saturday morning. Officers were called to the Wolcott Hill Mart located at 72 Wolcott Hill Rd. around 4:57 a.m. after an employee reported a smashed front window. Upon...
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