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Hartford observed a major reduction in crime during summer 2024: Police, mayor
HARTFORD, Conn. — More violent crimes typically occur in the summer than any other time of year, but the City of Hartford is reporting a historic reduction in crime during summer 2024. Mayor Arunan Arulampalam and Interim Hartford Police Chief Kenny Howell say in a release that 2024 is...
2 Hartford County residents win $100K lottery prizes
SOUTH WINDSOR, Conn. (WTNH) — Hartford County has been doubly lucky this week as two residents brought home $100,000 lottery prizes. The first winner came on Wednesday after a South Windsor player bought a winning Cash5 ticket at the Ellington Quick Mart on Windsorville Road, according to the Connecticut Lottery Corporation. The second won the […]
They had them at 'Hello': NY man arrested for scamming Conn. victim over text
BRANFORD, Conn. — A New York man part of a scheme that sends unsolicited "Hello" text messages that sometimes pop up on our phones has been arrested after scamming someone in Connecticut, according to Branford police. Branford police arrested Wenije He, 31, of Fresh Meadows, N.Y. on Friday after...
Baked potatoes returned to The Big E's CT building a year after tragedy
Cowboy hats and “Danny’s Way” potatoes were back at The Big E this year. A year after the unexpected death of Danny Bell, the beloved owner of Bell’s Smokehouse Grill, the potato vendor returned to the side of the Connecticut building on the fairgrounds. Bell, who...
CT restaurateur settles with building owner over unpaid rent. Second spot closed temporarily
The high-profile owner of a trendy Connecticut restaurant — embroiled for months in a dispute over tens of thousands of dollars in unpaid rent and under threat of eviction — has paid off the bill and agreed to make monthly rent payments on the first of every month, according to court documents. Gina Luari, owner of downtown’s The Place 2 Be, paid off the $95,000 bill, which covered what was ...
Man arrested after fight leads to stabbing in New Haven
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — A man was arrested after assaulting someone with a knife last night in New Haven. Friday night at 10:18, officers with the New Haven Police Department responded to 351 Whalley Ave. where they located 34-year-old Yannick Williams. Williams told officers he was struck in the head with a bottle, and […]
Connecticut is nationally recognized for its digital government excellence: Gov. Lamont
HARTFORD, Conn. — The Center for Digital Government has given Connecticut national recognition for the state’s ongoing digital government efforts, according to a release from the Office of Gov. Ned Lamont. Connecticut has been awarded its second consecutive grade of A- and is ranked first in the country...
New CT laws Oct. 1: No more free goldfish, new state candy and more serious matters
The Connecticut legislature has passed more than 50 new laws that take effect Oct. 1, including provisions bolstering protections for animals, providing additional tax relief for qualified veterans and cracking down on internet safety. Oct. 1 is also the date when the Siberian Husky becomes the official state dog and the lollipop becomes the official state candy. Here’s a look at the some of ...
North Haven Animal Control aims to address feral cat issues on local street
NORTH HAVEN, Conn. — The North Haven Police Department is clarifying the town's Animal Control department's plans to address issues with feral cats in one of its neighborhoods. Animal Control posted on social media Friday that starting Monday, outdoor cats found in the area of Vineyard Road will be...
Walking in Connecticut to honor domestic violence victims
HARTFORD, Conn. — About 100 people gathered at Dunkin’ Park in Hartford on Saturday and walked to support victims of domestic abuse. The Interval House held its annual Jennifer Dulos Walk to end domestic violence Saturday. Participants walked a mile in honor of those who have either lost...
Suspects in ski masks strike police cruiser while fleeing Universal Drive in North Haven
North Haven police are searching for multiple suspects accused of striking a police cruiser while fleeing from outside Chick-fil-A, where they were seen wearing ski masks in a car with no license plates Thursday afternoon.
Goodbye Summer of 24, Connecticut’s Seasonal Restaurants Shutting Down
It's the last week of September 2024, we're officially into fall, and the saddest part of this time of year is creeping up on us - Some of our seasonal restaurants have already packed up for the winter, even though it's still 70 degrees outside. The first seasonal restaurant to...
Officials encourage parents to talk to their children about the reality of school lockdowns and threats
NEW BRITAIN, Conn. — Police patrols at schools and classes on lockdown are becoming a common sight in Connecticut, with at least three dozen school threats reported across the state this school year, alone. On Sept. 23, officers responded to Vance Elementary School in New Britain with guns drawn...
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