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These 3 Big Lots stores in Connecticut are listed as closing
CONNECTICUT, USA — Three Big Lots stores in Connecticut are closing, according to the company's website as of Sunday. Out of 16 locations in the state listed on the Big Lots website, the webpages for three stores include a message that says "closing this location." Those locations are 1470 Pleasant Valley Road in Manchester, 56 Turnpike Square in Milford and 40 Boston Post Road in Waterford.
Photo Gallery: Fueled by strong start, Riverhounds throttle Hartford Athletic for second straight win
After suffering a scoring drought that spanned a month and a half, the Pittsburgh Riverhounds’ offense continued to surge on Saturday night, dropping Hartford Athletic 3-1 on national television. Griffin Floyd was there to provide the match recap and get reaction from Head Coach Bob Lilley and midfielder/forward Langston...
Here’s what is required to pass the high school MCAS tests — and graduate
A hotly contested ballot question approaching in November seeks to eliminate the MCAS graduation requirement for public school students in the state. According to data from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, of every graduating class each year, approximately 96% have passed the 10th-grade-level MCAS tests. If you purchase...
As free community college becomes a reality in Mass. some are excited, others have concerns
As universal free community college becomes more likey in Massachusetts, Giana Sosa, a 19-year-old Cape Cod Community College student, said the prospect could make a big difference in her and her peers’ lives. “I know that would dramatically change my life — just mentally as well. I just wouldn’t...
‘The NeverEnding Story’ back in theaters this weekend for 40th anniversary
“The NeverEnding Story,” the popular 1984 film that follows a young boy’s quest to save the mythical land Fantastica from an evil force called “The Nothing,” will be playing in theaters across Massachusetts this weekend in celebration of its 40th anniversary. Major movie theaters like AMC...
A CT river could solve flooding troubles. But it might cost $50M.
The north branch of Park River — part of an urban forest with some of the oldest trees in the city — should be dredged and shored up as part of a larger plan aimed at easing the flooding that has plagued North End neighborhoods for decades, a new study is expected to recommend. The project could cost up to $50 million. The study by the city of Hartford and the Metropolitan District Commission, ...
CT city explores revolutionary plan for dealing with homelessness
Homeless residents at a long-standing Connecticut encampment expected to be evicted this week, but instead of sending in cleanup crews, city officials are exploring something new — a direct encampment-to-housing model that could revolutionize the region’s response to unsheltered homelessness. Since its debut in Connecticut at the start of 2024, the barrier-breaking model has successfully ...
House fire displaces several in Torrington
TORRINGTON, Conn. (WTNH) — At least seven occupants in a home on Wall Street are displaced following a fire Saturday night in Torrington. Officials report that the structure fire that broke out around 8:38 p.m. was difficult to bring under control due to the various construction designs and the weather. A second-alarm was requested, followed […]
Should this dog die? A legal battle after mauling death in Suffield
After mauling a 95 year old woman to death, Dexter the dog was to be euthanized. The legal battle is ongoing, and the pricetag is going up. The post Should this dog die? A legal battle after mauling death in Suffield appeared first on Connecticut Inside Investigator.
You May Be Breaking Some of These Massachusetts Laws Without Knowing It
Massachusetts seems to have a law for everything and while it makes sense for some things others are just strange. As we all know the 4th of July recently passed and Massachusetts is the only state that has a law against consumer fireworks including buying, selling, and using. Some folks agree with this law while others think it's complete nonsense. In addition, this law doesn't seem to be enforced in Massachusetts at least not in my area. So, why even have the law if it's not being enforced? Either way, the law is the law.
Reunited on the baseball diamond
WEST WARWICK - Logan Lama is a busy man these days, not that he’s complaining. The 2023 Coventry High School graduate and rising sophomore at Springfield College had plans from the onset to rejoin his hometown’s Connie Mack ball club this coming summer, a year after helping guide them to an appearance in the finals.
Longtime town employee, ‘Good Citizen’ awardee to lead Southwick Senior Center
SOUTHWICK — After interviewing three candidates to serve as the director of the town’s Council on Aging, the Select Board on Monday night selected longtime town employee Lisa Anderson. “We wholeheartedly endorse Lisa,” said Paula LeBlanc, the chair of the Council on Aging, when asked by Select Board...
Healey: Biden decision to drop out "ultimate example" of putting country first
BOSTON - President Joe Biden's historic announcement that he's dropping out of the 2024 presidential race and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris was praised by members of the Massachusetts congressional delegation and the governor Sunday.Massachusetts Democratic Party reaction Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey, who said earlier this month that Biden should "carefully evaluate" whether to stay in the race, said the president's decision "is the ultimate example of putting the country first - something Joe Biden has done over and over again in his unparalleled career. We are all deeply grateful to President Biden for his lifetime of service." "President Biden has...
Westfield Babe Ruth 13-Year-Olds turn back St. Johnsbury (Vermont), 8-2, in N.E. regional opener
WESTFIELD – The Westfield Babe Ruth 13-Year-Old All-Stars had the right mix of ingredients (speed, timely hitting, a pair of strong arms) for an 8-2 win over St. Johnsbury (Vermont) on opening night of the Northeast Regionals Friday night at Bullens Field. Westfield starting pitcher Jaylen Dean scattered five...
Wigglesworth Leads Pittsfield to 2-0 Mark in Section 1 Tourney
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A combined no-hitter from Weston Wigglesworth and Mateo Fox led Pittsfield over Westfield by a final score of 9-0, in the Little League Section 1 Tournament on Friday. Pittsfield stayed in the winner's bracket of the double-elimination tournament and will host the survivor of the loser’s...
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