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Connecticut flags to fly half-staff in honor of DOT worker killed
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Governor Ned Lamont Wednesday directed U.S. and state flags in Connecticut to be lowered starting Friday, in honor of the Connecticut Department of Transportation (DOT) employee killed while working in Wallingford last week. 26-year-old Andrew DiDomenico sustained fatal injuries after being struck by a vehicle while working on the Wharton Brook […]
Did Your Connecticut Town Make the Top 9 Places to Live List?
Travel & Leisure recently released their list of the 9 Best Places to Live in Connecticut. Unlike many similar rankings based mainly on Google analytics, Travel & Leisure took a different approach by consulting Connecticut real estate agents to compile their Top 9 cities and towns. Let's dive into their...
State leaders plead for public to drive safely after 3 workers died on CT roadways within 5 weeks
WALLINGFORD, Conn. — Within the last five weeks, three people have died while working on Connecticut’s roadways. Now, state leaders and the family of 26-year-old Andrew DiDomenico are pleading with the public to slow down, move over and think before getting behind the wheel. “My brother and his...
Alders OK Historic Duplex Sale For $6K
Alders signed off on selling a long-vacant, city-owned duplex next to Yale New Haven Hospital for $6,000 to a local veterans housing nonprofit that plans to rehab the property into six affordable rentals. Local legislators took that vote Monday night during the latest regular meeting of the full Board of...
Lane closures expected as DOT replaces signs along Route 8
CONNECTICUT (WTNH) — Lane closures will likely affect traffic on Route 8 next week as the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) replaces highway signs in multiple counties. Officials said traffic highway signing and exit renumbering will take place on Route 8 in the following towns beginning July 8: Sections of Route 8 will experience lane […]
DEEP adds state forest to places where alcohol is banned
NAUGATUCK, CT (WFSB) - A state forest has been added to a list where alcohol has been banned. The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection said it imposed a temporary alcohol ban for Naugatuck State Forest. The forest was added to seven state recreation areas where bans were previously...
The Firemen’s Benevolent Association of New Haven Commemorate their 175th Anniversary
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) – Almost two centuries of firefighting history was recognized in New Haven Sunday morning when the Firemen’s Benevolent Association of New Haven (FBANH) celebrated their 175th anniversary. Founded in 1849, the FBANH predates the New Haven Fire Department by 13 years. The non-profit exists to support New Haven firefighters and their […]
School Library Named For Local Legend
A mother, grandmother, sister, and advocate for thousands of young New Haveners — and for the broader public school community — will live on, through the newly dedicated Hazel B. Pappas Media Center at Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy. On Friday, friends and family members and New Haven Public...
Milford Bans ATVs and Rec Vehicles from City Streets
MILFORD — The Board of Aldermen voted 10-4 this week to ban ATVs and other recreational vehicles from city streets, imposing fines of up to $2,000 for participants involved in street takeovers. Milford follows Ansonia, Bridgeport, East Haven, New Haven, North Branford and Waterbury in enacting ordinances targeting street...
Long Wharf Drive Narrowing Advances
The city’s Engineering Department won permission to move ahead with a “substantial narrowing” of Long Wharf Drive and the construction of roughly 1,000 linear feet of sidewalk on the western side of the road — with promises to be mindful of a small, isolated nearby wetland.
New Haven gives fireworks safety advice ahead of massive July 4 display
The City of New Haven is getting ready to host its Fourth of July fireworks celebration on Thursday. On Monday, Mayor Justin Elicker was joined by Fire Chief John Alston Jr. and Assistant Police Chief David Zannelli to discuss the upcoming celebrations and firework safety. "It is one of the...
New Haven Summer Learning Academy focuses on student success, improving math and literacy skills
The New Haven Public Schools have officially launched its Summer Learning Academy. The learning academy kicked off this week in New Haven for grades K-7 and will be available through July 31. This year there are 2,000 students participating in the Summer Learning Academy, according to Justin Harmon, a spokesperson...
East Haven PZC Denies ‘Thompson Commons’ Application on Grounds of Public Safety
On June 26, the East Haven Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC) unanimously denied an application for affordable housing from Hamden-based developer 13 Carlson Place LLC to construct 20 single-family dwelling units on Thompson Avenue. The application from Carlson Place envisioned six triplex units and one duplex unit occupying 1.05 acres,...
Valley Independent Sentinel Wins Investigative & Open Government Awards
SEYMOUR — Valley Independent Sentinel freelance reporter Jean Falbo-Sosnovich won two journalism awards for her in-depth reporting about a retired Seymour police officer. Falbo-Sosnovich won first place in the investigative category in the Connecticut Society of Professional Journalists 2023 ‘Excellence in Journalism Awards.‘. Her October 2023 story...
Bridgeport residents fight for a say in their community’s environment
In Bridgeport, residents of the P.T. Barnum Apartments are pushing against the expansion of two wastewater treatment facilities. WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s former reporter Jaden Edison to discuss his article, “Bridgeport apartment complex residents fight for health, and a say,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.
Il Palio Of Shelton Hosts Meet The Kids Night For Boys & Girls Club Of The Lower Naugatuck Valley
SHELTON — Thursday, June 27, marked a night of inspiration and celebration for the Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley as they presented their annual Meet the Kids Night in an elevated way, beyond the walls of the Club gymnasium. This year’s special evening brought together...
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