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Swimming areas at 3 state parks closed due to bacteria
HARTFORD, Conn — The swimming areas in three state parks are closed to swimmers Tuesday after indicator bacteria was found in the water. Day Pond State Park in Colchester, Wadsworth Falls State Park in Middlefield/Middletown and Wharton Brook State Park in Wallingford had their swimming areas closed. Indicator bacteria...
Record Number of Post University Athletes on CACC’s 2024 Spring Academic Honor Roll
175 Student-Athletes from Post University were honored on the CACC Spring 2024 Academic Honor Roll, with GPAs between 3.0 and 4.0 during the spring semester. Post athletes achieved various levels, including 34 at the Commissioner's Level (3.0-3.49 GPA), 93 at the Presidents' Level (3.50-3.99 GPA), and 48 at the FAR Award of Distinction Level. Notable students who reached the FAR Award of Distinction Level include Evan Cornwell, Nico Gaudio, and Maya Klein.
4 Connecticut school districts accused of disability discrimination
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Four Connecticut school districts are facing allegations of disability discrimination. It’s part of a complaint filed with the U.S. Department of Justice, following a report by the Office of the Child Advocate (OCA) and Disability Rights Connecticut (DRCT). The report said the Waterbury, Hartford, Bridgeport and Stratford school districts were […]
Fugitive murder suspect with ties to Waterbury is on the loose
WATERBURY, CT (WFSB) - A man wanted for a murder in Texas and escaping custody in Mississippi has ties to Waterbury, according to U.S. marshals. Joshua Zimmerman, 30, has been on the run since June 14. Marshals said he escaped from a court building in Hernando, MS. He had been...
Brescome Barton Hosts Wine Show in Milford
Brescome Barton hosted a spring wine show for its New Haven County accounts at Gusto Trattoria in Milford on June 3. The Wines Around the World trade tasting showcased a variety of domestic and imported fine wine selections. Suppliers, sales representatives and brand ambassadors educated trade professionals and guests on offerings from 16 different tables. Attendees learned more through two seminars held during the afternoon: the first hosted by Emily Cipollone, Northeast District Manager and Master Educator, Far Niente Winery, and the second led by Michael Murphy, Brescome Barton, which showcased wines from Italian producers Ca’ Del Bosco, Banfi, Masi, Giovanni Rosso and Lamole di Lamole Winery.
Trio On Run After Robbing CT Shop At Gunpoint: Police
Police in Connecticut are on the hunt for three men who allegedly robbed a smoke shop at gunpoint, making off with cash and goods.The incident occurred in New Haven County around 7 p.m., Saturday, June 29, at Moe's Smoke Shop at 213 Pershing Drive in Ansonia.According to Lt. Patrick Lynch of …
Southington bar to close after past incidents
A Southington night spot that had been the scene of past trouble is shutting its doors for good. 75 Center says on its Facebook page “due to unfortunate circumstances we are going to be locking our doors Wednesday, July 3rd for the last time.”
Kayaker rescued from Quinnipiac River
HAMDEN, CT (WFSB) - A kayaker was rescued from the Quinnipiac River in Hamden Tuesday night. Officials say that units responded to the area at around 7:50 P.M. on a report that a kayak had capsized with people in the water. Both Hamden and North Haven fire departments responded. A...
Juvenile accused of recklessly driving stolen vehicle around Bristol
BRISTOL, Conn. (WTNH) — Bristol police say a juvenile was arrested this week for allegedly driving a stolen vehicle through the city. Police said they were patrolling the area of Riverside Avenue near Blakeslee Street when they noticed a stolen black Jeep Grand Cherokee driving recklessly- driving on sidewalks and through construction zones. The driver […]
Joe Van Gilder Promoted to Associate Head Coach: Record-Breaking Success in Track & Field
The Quinnipiac women's cross country and track and field program promoted Joe Van Gilder to associate head coach for the upcoming 2024-25 campaign, recognizing his key role in the team's recent successes, including breaking its MAAC Outdoor Championships points record at Rider in May. Van Gilder enters his sixth season...
Cristina Torres Named to Spanish U21 European Cup Roster
HAMDEN, Conn. – Junior Captain Cristina Torres has been named to the Spanish U21 European Cup roster for this summer. The tournament will run from July 14-20 at the facilities of Atletic Terrassa HC in Torres’ home country of Spain. Torres shined in 2022 with the Spanish U18 team, helping them reach a semifinal berth in the European championships. For the full U21 Spanish roster release click here . For more information on Quinnipiac field hockey, visit gobobcats.com/fh or follow the team on Twitter and Instagram, @QU_FH. #26 Cristina Torres GK 5′ 6″ Sophomore #26 Cristina Torres 5′ 6″ Sophomore…
Mets Win, Little League Scores, Tatum Signs Extension With Celtics
Mets 9 Nationals 7(10); the Yankees and Red Sox had Monday night off. Hamden 4 Orange 3 (completion of suspended game from Sun. 6/30) Standings: Hamden 6-0, Milford 5-1, Orange 5-1, Cheshire 3-3, Max Sinoway 2-4, Branford 2-4, Pop Smith 1-5, East Haven 0-6 Tuesday 7/2. Hamden at Milford, Orange...
A dozen of CT's colleges were ranked top in the country. Which ones made the cut?
A new analysis by the news website Money.com puts a dozen of Connecticut's four-year colleges and universities in its "best college" designation. While it is not surprising that Ivy League Yale University took home the highest rating with five stars, Middletown's Wesleyan University was also awarded five stars. The five-star rating was only awarded to 54 colleges and universities nationwide. The one- to five-star ratings put three other Connecticut institutions right behind Yale and Wesleyan, with 4.5 stars, and two received four-star ratings.
CT leaders urge motorists to slow down, not drive impaired following deaths
Coming on the heels of two high-profile deaths of State Trooper Aaron Pelletier and a Department of Transportation worker Andrew DiDomenico, who were both struck and killed by drivers under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, Connecticut’s leaders are begging the public to slow down in work zones and stop driving impaired ahead of the holiday weekend. “All […] The post CT leaders urge motorists to slow down, not drive impaired following deaths appeared first on Connecticut Inside Investigator.
Missing Connecticut Teen Found in Orange County, Suspect Arrested
During the afternoon hours of Tuesday June 24, 2024 an announcement was released by local law enforcement regarding the recent disappearance of a Connecticut teenager. The announcement was in regards to a missing teen from Connecticut who was found here in the Hudson Valley at an Orange County location. Tracking...
Connecticut Man Convicted in Vermont for Murder and Attempted Murder
A recent court ruling has left the community both relieved and reflective, as a Connecticut man was convicted in a shocking murder and attempted murder case that unfolded in Vermont. Details Around the Crime. The three victims, all aged 20 and of Palestinian descent, have been identified as Hisham Awartani,...
Bob's Stores is closing all New England locations. What it means in New Hampshire
Bob's Stores is closing all of its store locations, including one in Hampshire. The discount retailer announced it's closing all of its locations throughout Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York and Rhode Island. The only New Hampshire location is located at 1400 Oaklawn Ave. in Cranston. Bob's Stores President Dave Barton said the company's financial struggles led...
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