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Teen arrested for alleged death threats on social media; A reminder of ‘persistent racism and bigotry’ in CT
Parents are demanding answers after police said a 16-year-old was arrested Monday for making death threats against Black students at Glastonbury High School on a stolen social media account. The arrest came six days after parents said they first learned about the disturbing messages and nearly six weeks after Glastonbury Police said they became aware of racially targeted threats and other ...
Blake Kamoen shuts out Simsbury, Post 75 wins tournament opener
MIDDLETOWN — Blake Kamoen, the ace of Haddam-Killingworth’s staff in the spring season, continued to flash his repertoire of pitches into the summer for Middletown Post 75’s 19U squad. Kamoen got the ball for the 75ers’ first start of the American Legion state tournament Tuesday night, and...
Guastella Promoted To Recruiting Coordinator
HAMDEN, Conn. - Assistant Coach Sam Guastella '15 has been promoted to Recruiting Coordinator as announced by Coach Fabbri on July 23rd. Guastella joined the Bobcats coaching staff ahead of the 2023-24 season where she was an assistant coach. Just a season later, she was promoted to Recruiting Coordinator. Before...
Men’s and Women’s Tennis Earn ITA All-Academic Honors
HAMDEN, Conn. – Both Quinnipiac Tennis programs were recognized by the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA), as the Bobcats' men's and women's teams earned All-Academic Team status. To be named an ITA All-Academic Team, programs must meet the following requirements: Have a team grade point average of 3.2 or above (on a 4.00 scale), All student-athletes included should be listed on the institutional eligibility form, and All varsity letter winners should be factored into the cumulative team GPA for the current academic year The Bobcats also placed 15 names on the ITA Scholar-Athlete list. 8 men's tennis student-athletes achieved ITA Scholar-Athlete...
Newton Set New Standard of Success as Record-Setting Netminder, Champion for Middlebury
Karen Newton recently wrapped up one of the more successful collegiate careers, topped off by a prodigious senior capstone campaign. She set new team records for one of the more dynastic programs in NCAA Division III field hockey. The lifelong Madison resident and Hand Class of 2020 member (playing field...
Marro Makes Moves with Sharp Sight at Attack for Nighthawks’ Lax
The game of lacrosse moves at such a fast pace, and an even swifter speed for those on the attack. For Jack Marro, he constantly keeps his head on a swivel and procures plenty of points while keeping his teammates on the ball. The North Haven senior midfielder started with...
Use this tool to track your neighborhood's vulnerability to extreme weather
HARTFORD, Conn. — Despite the destruction storms can cause, people often forget to ask themselves if they are ready for the next big event. The Connecticut Institute for Resilience and Climate Adaptation at UConn has developed the Climate Change Vulnerability Index to map the potential risk down to one's street.
Cats found dumped in a Hamden cemetery
HAMDEN, CT (WFSB) – Two gray cats were found dumped in a Hamden cemetery, according to animal control officials. The cats were dumped in carriers at the cemetery on Pine Rock Avenue, Hamden Animal Control said. One of the crates has a sticker that says “Dory”. Anyone...
Meriden Humane Society seeing ‘unsustainable’ number of surrendered animals
MERIDEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Animal shelters and rescues across Connecticut are at capacity and in need of help. Over the weekend, the Meriden Humane Society took in 13 animals. Ten of those animals were unexpectedly surrendered, with people showing up with animals at the shelter. “The shelters around Connecticut are very much taxed,” said Michele […]
Carney Calls for Bipartisanship, Local Control in Run for Sixth Term
Republican Devin Carney will seek reelection to the seat he has held as state representative for 10 years. Carney represents Old Saybrook, Old Lyme, Lyme and part of Westbrook. Last week, he... Haven’t subscribed yet? Click here to register. CT Examiner is just $20 a year. And if you...
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