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POW: Leslie Barlow: At the Front of the Parade
Leslie Barlow didn’t have her moment last Fourth of July. She and her husband Cotty were slated to be the grand marshals of the Ivoryton Independence Day Parade, except that there was no parade, as it was cancelled by rain. So, Leslie’s moment will come at this year’s Ivoryton...
Talcott Mountain Music Festival presents: Celebrate America!
SIMSBURY, Conn. (WFSB) - The Hartford Symphony Orchestra presents its annual “Celebrate America!” concert on Friday. It begins at 7:30 p.m. and Is held at Simsbury Meadows Performing Arts Center on Iron Horse Boulevard. A spectacular fireworks display accompanies this patriotic extravaganza, which music director Carolyn Kuan leads.
This weekend marks 80 years since Hartford circus fire
(WFSB) - This weekend will mark 80 years since the deadly circus fire in Hartford. On July 6, 1944, 168 people died, and hundreds more were hurt after the Big Top went up in flames. The community is honoring the victims and the survivors as we approach the devastating anniversary.
Coffee shop in CT city teeters on closing. Founders not giving up on ‘neighborhood living room.’
Change is brewing. Semilla Cafe + Studio — at the forefront of a new wave of coffee shops opening in and around downtown Hartford since the pandemic — is teetering on closing, but its co-founders say they are fighting to keep open their vision for a “neighborhood living room” even if they have to step aside. The coffee shop and music venue will be getting new operators who plan to beef up ...
Hooters Presence in Connecticut is Hanging on By a Very Thin Thread
On Monday (7/1/24) the Manchester, Connecticut Hooters location announced it would be closing its doors after almost 20 years. The announcement was made on the Manchester Hooters Facebook page and read:. "After nearly two decades of hot wings, cold beer, and great memories Hooters of Manchester has made the difficult...
Enfield Loaves and Fishes seeks volunteers for summer months
ENFIELD — Enfield Loaves and Fishes, a soup kitchen that serves the greater Hartford area, is currently seeking volunteers for the summer. Executive Director Maya Matthews explained that the nonprofit organization is mostly volunteer run with about 80 active volunteers throughout the week, but their roster consists of over 500.
Norwich can't hold off Waterford in Zone 6 legion battle
After getting a terrific pitching performance from David Reischerl, and rallying for two runs in the top of the seventh to take a 4-3 lead, the Norwich American Legion baseball team was poised to upset Zone 6 leader Waterford. Post 161, however, had other ideas. Brian Ingraham lined a base...
Top stories from The016.com, Thursday, July 4th
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Motorcyclist critically injured in crash involving car in Warwick, RI
A motorcyclist is critically injured following a crash involving a car in Warwick, Rhode Island, Wednesday night. Warwick police say the crash between a Honda CBR600 motorcycle and a Toyota Camry occurred at the intersection of Warwick Avenue and Edgehill Road around 9:13 p.m., NBC10 Boston affiliate WJAR reports. Warwick...
Third-Highest Providence Sale Ever Closed by Residential Properties
Residential Properties Ltd. announced this week the sale of 30 Freeman Parkway on Providence’s East Side for $4.72 million. According to State-Wide MLS data, this is the third-highest single-family home sale in Providence ever recorded and the second-highest single-family home sale in Providence year to date. RPL has now listed 19 of the 25 highest single-family home sales in Providence so far this year.
Washington Trust awards $20,000 to West Elmwood Housing Development Corp.
Providence, RI Washington Trust today announced the Washington Trust Charitable Foundation has awarded $20,000 to West Elmwood Housing Development Corp. to support the Match Savings Incentive Program (MSIP) and the Get Your House In Order Program (GYHIOP). The MSIP is designed to assist individuals with low-to-moderate income on their path...
West Brookfield police warn of ‘brushing scams’ after officer receives unsolicited package
WEST BROOKFIELD — The West Brookfield Police Department issued a warning to residents about a deceptive practice known as a “brushing scam” after an officer received an unsolicited package containing an item of little value. Police explained that the scam involves senders who ship packages to unsuspecting...
Syracuse Mets defeat Worcester, 9-1
Worcester, MA – The Syracuse Mets brought the fireworks to Polar Park on the Fourth of July, slugging three home runs and utilizing a brilliant starting pitching performance to cruise to a 9-1 win over the Worcester Red Sox in front of nearly 9,500 fans at Polar Park. The Mets have now bounced back to win consecutive games after losing their prior three games, advancing back to 20 games over .500 on the season in the process.
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