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Maine US Marshals Capture Man Wanted for Putnam and Thompson Stabbings; Several Other Crimes
Putnam/Thompson/Killingly, CT – A Putnam man was captured in Bangor, ME by the US Marshals Service and has been extradited to Connecticut on a Manslaughter warrant stemming from the homicide of a man who was dropped off at Day Kimball with a fatal stab wound in September 2023. On...
Firefighters extinguished early morning car fire
SOUTH KILLINGLY, CT (WFSB) - Firefighters from South Killingly and Danielson extinguished a vehicle fire early Thursday morning. The incident took place at the connection of Route 6 and Green Hollow Road around 2:36 a.m. No injuries were reported.
CT officers cracking down on impaired boating through ‘Operation Dry Water’ this holiday weekend
HADDAM, Conn. — This holiday weekend, officers across the state and country are out on the water, working on a national campaign called Operation Dry Water. It’s an initiative to cut down on boating under the influence. In Connecticut, officers from the Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental...
After nearly 70 years in business, retail chain announces it’s closing every store
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Discount retailer Bob’s Stores is getting ready to close up shop. The company, which began in Connecticut before expanding throughout the Northeast, will close all locations and liquidate all inventory, according to a press release by the chain’s owner GoDigital Media Group. The move is part of the business’ Chapter 11 restructuring petition, which was filed on June 18.
Renter’s Rebate Program applications being accepted
KENT—The Renter’s Rebate program is open and accepting applications. The program provides a reimbursement program for Connecticut renters, who are 65 years and older or totally disabled (over the age of 18, as defined by Social Security) whose incomes do not exceed certain limits. Kent Social Services will...
Connecticut ranks 47 for business tax climate again
Connecticut has maintained its long-standing rank at the bottom of the pack when it comes to the state’s business tax climate, according to the latest report by the Tax Foundation, which placed Connecticut 47th in the nation for the tenth year in a row. Connecticut’s sales, corporate, and unemployment insurance taxes were ranked in the middle of […] The post Connecticut ranks 47 for business tax climate again appeared first on Connecticut Inside Investigator.
Could Connecticut fight homelessness with a ‘mansion tax’? Yes, report says.
State government could raise as much as $180 million annually to combat homelessness or address other social needs by boosting its tax on the sale of high-value houses, according to a recent report from two Washington fiscal think tanks. And with Connecticut’s top state senator pledging to renew his push for a statewide property tax […] The post Could Connecticut fight homelessness with a ‘mansion tax’? Yes, report says. appeared first on Rhode Island Current.
'I can only give the best': Jon Bon Jovi on vocal surgery and the road to recovery
Combine an intelligent interviewer with a roster of guests that, according to the Chicago Tribune, would be prized by any talk-show host, and you're bound to get an interesting conversation. Fresh Air interviews, though, are in a category by themselves, distinguished by the unique approach of host and executive producer Terry Gross. "A remarkable blend of empathy and warmth, genuine curiosity and sharp intelligence," says the San Francisco Chronicle.
D’Amelio family will return to Connecticut this weekend to promote new popcorn brand
NORWALK, Conn. (WTNH) — The D’Amelio family are returning to their hometown of Norwalk this weekend to promote their new popcorn brand. The family, which together has a combined total of 390 million followers on social media, will be at Stew Leonard’s on July 6 to greet fans and followers at a press conference and […]
Vendors say they lost money, profits over Capulet Fest change
Fans and vendors continue to come forward after the fallout from this past weekend’s Capulet Fest. Dwayne Thomas, owner of Snap Shots Unlimited, says he plans to take Capulet’s promoter to small claims court to recover lost costs, including a $700 vendor fee. “Our normal show that we...
4th of July Travel Expected to Hit New Record in Connecticut and Around the Country
It's officially time for one of the busiest travel weekends and this year is expected to hit new records. If I were you, I would avoid traveling during peak times. It could get ugly out there. AAA reported that nearly 71 million people are expected to travel throughout this week...
Drug Rehab Workers Seek Back Pay
A top executive at a for-profit drug rehab company sought to reassure hundreds of employees — including more than 160 in New Haven — who hadn’t been paid in weeks. They needed to hear from someone in charge, especially after the company’s CEO had just died by...
K9 tracks down Thompson man, who faces burglary and narcotics charges: State police
THOMPSON, Conn. — Connecticut State Police were dispatched to Brandy Hill Road in Thompson around 11:39 a.m. Thursday after receiving reports of a man walking through private backyards. The Thompson man ran from neighbors and was suspected to have entered a residence through a basement window, according to a...
Fourth of July events in Connecticut to check out
CONNECTICUT, USA — It's a four-day "Weekend Happenings" this week, as celebrations for the Fourth of July will lead to more events this weekend!. If you want to experience American history this Fourth of July, head to Stamford for the 5th Annual Reading of the Declaration of Independence! The Stamford Historical Society will again recreate the city's atmosphere in 1776 by proclaiming the words of the Declaration from the steps of Stamford's oldest dwelling, the Hoyt-Barnum House! Admission is free, and the event runs from 10 a.m. to noon. Learn more here.
A Slew of Spooky Events are Coming to Connecticut This Summer
Scary movie fans and paranormal enthusiasts of Connecticut, do you need a chill in the air to enjoy your scary movies and ghost stories? The summertime is just as creepy and mysterious. There's a slew of spooky events happening around here leading up to Halloween, and if you like your entertainment a bit on the spooky side, here are a few coming up.
Geoffrey Esper of Oxford finishes second in Nathan's Hot Dog eating contest
OXFORD – With perennial favorite Joey "Jaws" Chestnut banned from the 2024 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, Massachusetts resident Geoffrey Esper was unable to seize the opportunity to become top dog on the Fourth of July. Pat Bertoletti took home the title with 58 hot dogs, winning his first ever Mustard Yellow Belt on Thursday. Esper finished second, chowing 53 hot dogs in 10 minutes.Why wasn't Joey Chestnut competing in the hot dog contest?Chestnut was banned this year because of his partnership with rival brand Impossible Foods, which sells plant-based hot dogs. A 16-time champion, Chestnut once ate a record 76 hot dogs in 10...
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