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Connecticut primary Election Day is less than a month away: Your guide to the candidates
HARTFORD, Conn. — Everyone’s eyes are focused on November’s election. Before it happens, Connecticut's primary election on Aug. 13 must come first. The U.S. Vote Foundation says, “In primary elections, a party selects a candidate for a General Election, and you vote for a candidate who will be nominated to be on a ballot.”
Gov. Lamont issues executive order establishing Equity and Opportunity Office
Gov. Ned Lamont issued an executive order establishing an Office of Equity and Opportunity “that will be responsible for leading Connecticut’s efforts to ensure that state government is a leader in equity and inclusion with the goals of eliminating institutional and systemic barriers,” according to a press release. Lamont’s office indicated the office will be paid for […] The post Gov. Lamont issues executive order establishing Equity and Opportunity Office appeared first on Connecticut Inside Investigator.
$145 million renovation of CT arena hits snag on eve of critical votes. Here’s why.
A $145 million renovation of downtown Hartford’s aging XL Center arena hit a worrisome snag on the eve of critical votes on the long-delayed project, tied to the ticketing company that provides services to the venue and its involvement in federal antitrust litigation. Ticketmaster, which serves the sports and entertainment complex, is an affiliate of Live Nation Entertainment Inc. Live Nation, ...
Cheshire ice sculptor spends days inside 18-degree studio
CHESHIRE, Conn. — Bill Covitz has owned “Ice Matters” for 25 years, but during summer heat waves, people become especially curious about his ice capades. “Ice Matters is a sculpture company, and we do ice sculptures for weddings and corporate events and holiday parties,” said Covitz, who works out of a 17' by 17' freezer/studio that’s on his residential property in Cheshire.
From Berkshire League to Team USA
BETHLEHEM — Nonnewaug High School alum Jess Davis is heading to the 2024 Olympic Games to represent Team USA in the modern pentathlon. Davis hails from Bethlehem and punched her ticket to Paris after placing fourth in the modern pentathlon at the 2023 Pan American Games in Santiago, Chile. She graduated from Nonnewaug in 2010 as a track and field star before attending Central Connecticut State University.
Safely dispose of hazardous waste
A Household Hazardous Waste and Paint Collection Day is scheduled for Saturday, July 27, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Wolcott Public Works facility at 48 Todd Road in Wolcott. It is free to residents of Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Bethlehem, Derby, Middlebury, Naugatuck, Oxford, Prospect, Seymour, Southbury, Thomaston, Waterbury, Watertown, Wolcott and Woodbury. There is no need to line up before 8 a.m.
Nursing Home Employee Accused Of Attacking Disabled Resident In Somers
Dutchess County resident Jossette Thompson of Dover was arrested on Tuesday, June 11 in connection with the alleged attack, New York State Police announced on Wednesday, July 17. According to authorities, while employed at The Paramount at Somers Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Somers at 189 Route 100, Thompson physically...
Pedestrian struck by vehicle in Suffield: Police
SUFFIELD, Conn. (WTNH) — Suffield police say one person was injured after a pedestrian was struck Wednesday night. Police announced the crash around 10:30 p.m., in the area of Route 159/Mapleton Avenue and Hickory Street. The extent of the person’s injuries is unknown at this time. Just before 6 a.m. Thursday, police said Mapleton Avenue […]
Emergency crews respond to fire at junkyard in Seymour
SEYMOUR, Conn. (WTNH) — Seymour emergency crews are on scene of a fire at a junkyard Thursday morning. Police confirmed the scene at 11 Silvermine Road is active as of 7:30 a.m. This is a developing story. Stay with News 8 for more information.
Vehicle fire closes lanes on I-91 in Wallingford
WALLINGFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — A reported vehicle fire closed down two lanes of Interstate 91 southbound Thursday morning, according to the Department of Transportation. The closure was between Exits 17 and 15 as of 6:40 a.m. The lanes were reopen by 8 a.m. This is a developing story. Check back with News 8 for more […]
High temperatures in 80s and less humid as day goes on
The day is starting out mild and muggy across the state on Thursday, but lower humidity is expected as the day goes on. The high temperatures will be in the middle 80s. It will be clear and comfy on Thursday night with low temperatures in the 50s and 60s. And...
Nosh Hampshire: New kosher cafe brings NY-style bagels to Granite State
Rabbi Berel Slavaticki is used to answering questions about faith, forgiveness and spirituality. He also hears a lot of queries about food. “People said, ‘I can't get a good bagel around here, I can't get a good falafel.’ So we said, you know, let's try to put something together,” the rabbi said.
2 injured after New Haven stabbing
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — New Haven police say two people were injured in a stabbing Wednesday night. Around 10:30 p.m., officers announced they were investigating the Del Rio Drive stabbing. Police said one victim was reported to be in critical condition. This is a developing story. Check back with News 8 for more information.
Hartford PD loses another arbitration case
A 35-day suspension a Hartford cop received for sexually harassing another officer was too harsh according to an arbitration ruling. The post Hartford PD loses another arbitration case appeared first on Connecticut Inside Investigator.
U.S. News & World Report names Saint Francis Hospital one of the country's best regional hospitals
HARTFORD, Conn. — U.S. News & World Report has named Saint Francis Hospital among its best regional hospitals for 2024-2025, according to a release from the facility on Wednesday. It is the 12th consecutive year that the hospital in Hartford has earned a spot on the list created by...
The weather gets nicer & nicer
Drier air moves in today with lower humidity conditions developing through the after noon. A much easier breathing afternoon ahead! Nice for Friday! More clouds mixing in on Saturday & there could be an isolated pop-up shower or storm. The tropics remain very quiet for the next few days. Today: Clouds & any showers giving […]
Starfires squeak past the Futures League Road Warriors
HARTFORD — In front of a rowdy crowd of 1,802 fans, the Westfield Starfires pitched their way to a 3-1 win against the Futures League Road Warriors in the inaugural Starfires Showdown at Dunkin Park in Hartford, Connecticut, home of the Hartford Yard Goats, on Wednesday, July 17. Westfield...
Lovelace sworn in as new North Branford chief of police
NORTH BRANFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — North Branford has a new top cop, Chief James Lovelace. From walking the halls as a student in North Branford schools to being sworn in at the new high school as chief of police on Wednesday night. In between that time, Chief Lovelace has had a long journey with the […]
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