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Convicted felon among 3 arrested following cafe search in Meriden
MERIDEN, CT (WFSB) - Three people, including a convicted felon, were arrested following the execution of a search warrant inside cafe in Meriden. Raphael Jacobs, 41, the felon, was charged with criminal possession of a firearm, police said. Stephen Jenkins, 38, and Alyssa Clausell, 26, were arrested for interfering with...
Push to increase protections for workers in the heat
(WFSB) - There’s a push to increase protections for workers in the heat. This comes at a time where we’re seeing hot temperatures that can quickly turn dangerous if the right measures are not taken. Bulkeley High School in Hartford is undergoing a massive renovation. Workers have been...
Connecticut Families: 9-year-old singer-songwriter provides comfort when performing her special songs
GUILFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — A small girl with a big voice and an even larger heart. A 9-year-old singer-songwriter from Guilford is sparking emotion with her meaningful work. She’s only 9-years-old, but Remy Adair can belt out a tune and play the piano like a pro. “I was looking for an instrument to play with […]
CT State Troopers monitor CTfastrak and CTrail under new security program
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CT DOT) has dedicated four state troopers to monitor CTfastrak and the CTrail Hartford Line as part of a pilot security program, according to DOT’s annual Customer Experience Action Plan progress report and a memorandum of understanding (MOU) obtained by Inside Investigator through a freedom of information request. Under the MOU between […] The post CT State Troopers monitor CTfastrak and CTrail under new security program appeared first on Connecticut Inside Investigator.
Public safety concerns close Cotton Hollow Preserve in Glastonbury
Public safety concerns have closed Cotton Hollow Preserve in Glastonbury until further notice. In a Facebook post from the town, as of July 16, the Cotton Hollow Preserve will be closed. The town said the closure is due to public safety concerns, but did not give any additional details. While...
Stretch Your Dollar: Avoid these online shopping scams
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Amazon Prime Day is here which is also “go” time for many retailers to fight for your dollars. If you plan to do any online shopping, we are stretching your dollar with tips to do it safely. Deals have been rolling out...
EBT Card Holders Will Receive $3 Admission To The Mark Twain House & Museum Via Museums For All Initiative
The Mark Twain House & Museum, located at 351 Farmington Avenue in Hartford, CT, announced its participation in Museums for All, a signature access program of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), administered by the Association of Children's Museums (ACM), to encourage people of all backgrounds to visit museums regularly and build lifelong museum-going habits.
Five hurt in Route 2 Stonington crash; road closed
STONINGTON, CT (WFSB) - Five people were hurt in a crash that closed Route 2 in Stonington on Tuesday morning. Stonington police confirmed to Channel 3 that Route 2 was closed at Interstate 95. They expected the road to remain closed for several hours. The I-95 north exit 92 off...
Hot & humid today with big PM storms
Hydrate! One more hot & humid day ahead! Please pay attention to any storms that move through this afternoon & this evening as they could be severe. Strong gusts, hail & rotation possible. Watches and warnings are expected! A dramatic shift in our weather pattern will bring much drier air & comfortable conditions in across […]
'Color from June to fall': CT's blockbuster hydrangea blooms, explained
Hydrangeas, green leafy bushes with large pom-pom like flowers, are exploding this summer. Garden experts say it's thanks to a warm winter followed by a wet spring. Charlie Nardozzi, host of "The Connecticut Garden Journal," said “hydrangeas that normally have buds that'll die in the winter survived really nicely this year.”
Initiative provides rent-free homes to New Haven educators
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Multiple early child care educators in New Haven will be living rent-free in less than two months. As part of the Teacher Housing Initiative, providers like Friends Center for Children, 227 E Grand Ave, are hoping it will help to retain and attract more workers in the sector. It comes […]
New committee in Coventry looking at what’s allowed at home firing ranges
COVENTRY, CT (WFSB) - A new committee in Coventry will look at what’s allowed and what’s not when it comes to home firing ranges. Like most towns, they have rules and regulations when it comes to something like putting a shed on your property. This includes how far...
Serious injuries reported in Watertown motorcycle crash
WATERTOWN, CT (WFSB) – Serious injuries were reported in a motorcycle crash in Watertown on Tuesday, according to police. Authorities said it happened in the area of Litchfield Road and Killorin Road around 1:20 p.m. A motorcycle and a sedan were involved. The motorcycle rider, who police identified as...
Big Y Investigates Conn. Skimmer Incident
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Big Y supermarket discovered skimmers in two of its Connecticut stores last month. In a press release on Monday, the grocery chain said an unknown individual attached a skimming device to one single terminal in each of its Naugatuck and Plainville locations. The skimmers were found on June 29.
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