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New Norwich adult education program combines English learning and career readiness
Since Norwich Adult Education often has a long wait list, three former instructors from there wanted to offer their own program. Rose City Learning Center, a nonprofit organization, will hold its first session in the fall. The organization is looking for up to 50 adults who want to improve their English for career settings, Director and instructor Kelly Ennis-Davis said. ...
CT had the nation’s highest jump in alcohol-related deaths. Why?
In 1993, Newport mother Dorrie Carolan founded Parent Connection to support parents whose children were battling addiction after her son died of a prescription drug overdose. In the decades that followed, her organization has faced a new enemy, one of the oldest recreational drugs: alcohol. From 2012 to 2022, the...
Popular West Haven shoreline festival returns this weekend
WEST HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — The tradition is back as West Haven’s Savin Rock Festival returns this weekend. The shoreline event has been an annual fixture since 1982. “It’s a festival that has great entertainment, something for everybody,” West Haven Mayor Dorinda Borer said. The festival, which takes place Friday and Saturday, includes crafts, food […]
Trade Turns Out for Annual CPSA Golf Tournament
The Connecticut Package Stores Association (CPSA) hosted its 2024 golf tournament at the Whitney Farms Golf Club in Monroe on June 12. More than 150 association members and trade guests gathered for a morning shotgun start to play 18 holes, which also featured a luncheon, raffle prizes and tournament awards. Event sponsors included Allan S. Goodman; Anheuser-Busch; Bacardi USA; Brescome Barton; Brown-Forman; Campari America; Connecticut Distributors, Inc.; Connecticut Beverage Journal; Constellation Brands; Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits; Diageo; Diageo Beer Division/Guinness; Eder Bros., Inc.; E. & J. Gallo Winery; Hartford Distributors, Inc.; Martignetti Companies; Moët Hennessy; Molson Coors; Northeast Beverage Corp. of CT & Levine Distributing Co.; Palm Bay; Proximo Spirits; Slocum & Sons; Suntory Global Spirits; Tito’s Handmade Vodka; and William Grant & Sons, among others. The CPSA team works on behalf of package store owners on industry issues within each legislative session and offers industry meetings, conferences and events throughout the year.
Five from Piscataway Named to University of Hartford’s Honor's Lists
WEST HARTFORD, CT -- The University of Hartford announced that 1,927 students have been named to the Dean's List and President's List for the Spring 2024 semester. The Dean's List recognizes students achieving superior academic standing. The requirement, with some exceptions and based on school or college, is a grade point average of at least 3.0 and no grade below C, said the university.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The President's List recognizes a select group of students reaching the highest level of academic standing. To be placed on the President's List, students must maintain a GPA of at least 3.75 and receive grades of C or better. University officials recognized five students from Piscataway for their hard work and congratulated them on their achievements: Tyler Bertrand -- President's List Alexus Enabosi -- President's List Ben Horvath -- President's List Aliya Cornejo -- Dean's List Brandon Gilpin -- Dean's List The University of Hartford is a four-year private university focused on advancing the public good through meaningful connections with communities. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Lottery warning to ‘check your tickets’ as $100,000 prize remains unclaimed – it was bought at a liquor store
LOTTERY officials are warning players to check their tickets over a lottery ticket that came from a liquor store. A Connecticut lottery ticket won $100,000 this week. One lucky player got the prize off a Cash5 ticket. That’s the top prize for the state game. The ticket’s numbers were...
Scammers are now ‘shimming’ to steal payment information
CROMWELL, Conn. — When credit cards with chips made it more difficult for scammers to steal payment information, it didn’t take long for the criminals to pivot and create a new technique called “shimming.”. According to a release this week from the Connecticut Better Business Bureau, police...
As the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge celebrates 10 years, Connecticut continues tradition
MILFORD, Conn. — The summer of 2024 marks the 10th anniversary of the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, which brought amyotrophic lateral sclerosis international awareness. Since the challenge was started by Anthony Senerchia, Pat Quinn and Pete Frates in 2014, all of whom since passed away from the disease, the viral sensation has raised awareness and funds for ALS research and support services.
Remodeled armory hosts Civil Air Patrol cadets for a weeklong encampment
Two cadets opened their mouths like letter Os as they walked toward the helicopter cockpit. The pair — sisters Abigail and Shoshanna Coover from Maine — played rock-paper-scissors to decide who would go first. The younger girl won and climbed in while the other peeked her head through the doorway as the two geeked out in shy whispers.
2 people dead after 3-car crash in New Haven: Police
NEW HAVEN, Conn. — Two people were killed during a three-car crash in New Haven early Saturday morning, according to police. The crash happened between 1 and 2 a.m. on Middletown Avenue near Quinnipiac and the Interstate 91 entrance ramp. Police say, approximately three or four ambulances took individuals...
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