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DMV Express Service Comes to Stratford
State Representative Joe Gresko (D) I hope you’re doing well and enjoying the summer months. I’m excited to share some great news with you! Nutmeg State Financial Credit Union (NSFCU), in partnership with the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), has expanded their DMV Express services to include a new location in Stratford.
Lottery warning to ‘check your tickets’ as $100,000 prize remains unclaimed – it was bought at a liquor store
LOTTERY officials are warning players to check their tickets over a lottery ticket that came from a liquor store. A Connecticut lottery ticket won $100,000 this week. One lucky player got the prize off a Cash5 ticket. That’s the top prize for the state game. The ticket’s numbers were...
Hartford Draw Phoenix 0-0 at Home
Hartford Athletic picked up a point at home in their scoreless draw against Phoenix Rising FC tonight. Though ending scoreless, tonight’s matchup was not short of scoring opportunities. Hartford wasted no time setting the tone for a strong offensive presence, crashing Phoenix’s attacking third right out of the gate. The Green and Blue saw their first chance at an early lead with less than 10 minutes on the clock after they were awarded a free kick right outside Phoenix’s box. Mamadou Dieng made contact with the kick, sending a strong header ricocheting off a Rising defender to earn Hartford a corner kick. The home club came close again when Emmanuel Samadia’s dangerous lofted corner kick made contact with the top post of Phoenix’s goal, bouncing off the woodwork into Rising’s box.
Two arrested after child exploitation operation in Hartford
HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - Two men were arrested after a child exploitation operation in Hartford Thursday. Hartford police say that the Special Investigations Division, along with the FBI Crimes Against Children/Human Trafficking Task Force, conducted the operation and caught the two suspects after they responded to an undisclosed location with the intent to exchange money for sexual acts with a minor.
Scammers are now ‘shimming’ to steal payment information
CROMWELL, Conn. — When credit cards with chips made it more difficult for scammers to steal payment information, it didn’t take long for the criminals to pivot and create a new technique called “shimming.”. According to a release this week from the Connecticut Better Business Bureau, police...
As the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge celebrates 10 years, Connecticut continues tradition
MILFORD, Conn. — The summer of 2024 marks the 10th anniversary of the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, which brought amyotrophic lateral sclerosis international awareness. Since the challenge was started by Anthony Senerchia, Pat Quinn and Pete Frates in 2014, all of whom since passed away from the disease, the viral sensation has raised awareness and funds for ALS research and support services.
Katie Polk Named New Head Diving Coach
STORRS, Conn. - UConn Head swimming coach Chris Maiello announced that Katie Polk will be joining the staff as the Head Diving Coach Friday. "I am incredibly excited to start this next chapter with UConn and join a wonderful staff, team, and overall program." Said Polk. "I cannot thank Chris and Hayley enough for the opportunity and can't wait for the season to begin. Go Huskies!"
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