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HKYFS Free Haircut Day a Great Success
(August 31, 2024) — On August 25, 2024, twenty-eight Haddam-Killingworth youth prepared for the upcoming school year at the Sixth Annual Haddam-Killingworth Youth and Family Services Free Haircut Event. HKYFS extends sincere thanks and gratitude to Dillon Zak, an HKHS graduate and owner of Glenwood Barber Shop, for bringing...
One-time political rivals now on same team to revive ‘American dream’ destroyed in CT flood ‘of Biblical magnitude’
The Klarides sisters never give up. In politics and in life, Themis and Nicole Klarides have carried on the family tradition as the daughters of proud immigrants who trace back more than 100 years to their grandfather who came to the United States from Greece in search of the American Dream and operated two supermarkets in the Naugatuck Valley. The sisters are now facing their greatest ...
Tracking showers for parts of Labor Day weekend
While a washout is not expected, a cold front will approach the northeast Saturday night into Sunday, bringing clouds and the chance of showers. By tonight, clouds increase with a rising chance of showers. There could be an isolated thunderstorm. The shower chance will linger into Sunday morning with mostly cloudy skies.
CT amusement park cracking down on unsupervised children and teens. Your 17-year-old will now need a chaperone
Beginning with its annual Phantom Fall Fest, Lake Compounce will no longer be a place where parents can drop off a carload of kids for the afternoon or evening. A new chaperone policy at America’s oldest continuously operating amusement park is getting mixed reviews, with some parents praising it as welcome and overdue while others complain that it’s unfair and unnecessary. Lake Compounce ...
A few Sunday showers and storms to track
Though on the cloudy side, yesterday was dry and still manageble for outdoor events! Today looks to be the most unsettled day of the holiday weekend but it is NOT a washout either. Expect clouds and some hazy sunshine along with humid conditions with a high near 80 degrees. A scattered shower or thunderstorm is […]
Hamden officials reflect on Fatman Scoop’s final concert
HAMDEN, Conn. (WTNH) –Rapper Isaac Freeman III, popularly known by his stage name Fatman Scoop, has died after having a medical emergency on a Connecticut stage. The 53-year-old was performing at Hamden Town Center Park Friday when he collapsed. His cause of death has not been released. The night started on the highest of notes, […]
Indiana Welcomes Yale to Bill Armstrong Stadium
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — After hosting 4,573 fans Thursday in a dramatic 2-2 draw with Notre Dame, Indiana stays home to welcome Yale to Bill Armstrong Stadium for the first time in program history on Sunday (Sept. 1). Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET. Tickets are on sale online...
Dieng Stays Hot, Hartford Draw Detroit 1-1
A first half goal from Mamadou Dieng was complimented by a point-saving stop from Renan Ribeiro in the second half of tonight’s match, as Hartford Athletic drew Detroit City FC 1-1 on the road. Hartford Athletic broke a quiet opening to tonight’s match in the 17th minute, when Emmanuel...
WATCH: Animal rescue reunites nursing mother with her puppies in Waterbury
An animal rescue organization has reunited a nursing mother with several of her puppies in Waterbury Thursday night. The dog was found in the area of Lincoln Street, and was likely dumped after giving birth. BARC CT, an animal advocacy and rescue organization, helped the Pitbull reunite with five of...
Lamont announces flooding damage cleanup updates, launch of small business microgrants
HARTFORD, Conn. — Clean-up from the deadly floods in Oxford, Seymour and Southbury has been in full force, as crews cleared over a million pounds of debris and opened many of the closed-down roads and rail lines damaged in deadly flooding nearly two weeks ago. Also, microgrants for small...
Famed Rapper Fatman Scoop Dies at Age 53 After Collapsing Onstage
Famous rapper and hype man Fatman Scoop has reportedly died at the age of 53 today. His family has confirmed his death via an Instagram post. “It is with profound sadness and very heavy hearts that we share news of the passing of the legendary and iconic FatMan Scoop,” the post reads. “Last night, the world lost a radiant soul, a beacon of light on the stage and in life.”
Fatman Scoop Suffers Medical Emergency on Stage, Transported to Hospital
Fatman Scoop suffered a medical emergency while performing in Hamden, Connecticut, on Friday night.Missy Elliott, Ciara, Questlove, More Remember Fatman Scoop Hamden mayor Lauren Garrett confirmed the news on social media, writing that while the rapper, whose real name is Isaac Freeman, was on stage at Hamden Town Center Park, he had a “medical emergency” and was “transported by ambulance to the hospital.” The mayor added, “We will provide updates when they are available. Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers.” Videos posted to X appear to show Scoop collapsing from behind the DJ booth as the music is stopped...
Popular NJ supermarket will stop selling cigarettes
🚬 A popular grocery chain will stop selling tobacco products permanently. 🚬 The goal is to help customers and staff make better health choices. As of Aug. 31, Stop & Shop will stop selling all cigarettes and tobacco products at its 360 stores. The grocery chain announced it...
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