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Clinton Eyes Economic Development Assistance
In an effort to promote development and manage relationships with the local business community, the search is on in Clinton for a part-time economic development coordinator. The idea for the position, which would function as someone to act as a liaison between the Clinton business community and the town, dates back several years, first broached in 2021. At that time, former Town Manager Karl Kilduff said, “The intent of the position would be to better connect with existing businesses to understand their needs [and] growth opportunities and aid in navigating the process to foster expansion of existing businesses in Clinton.”
Westbrook Mall Developers Pitch Benefits to Skeptics
WESTBROOK — Donald Poland pitched Westbrook residents on the benefits of a project to convert the ailing local outlet mall into a complex of 695 apartments and townhouses, retail space and a 100-room... Haven’t subscribed yet? Click here to register. CT Examiner is just $20 a year. And...
Standing tall: St. Mary Church tower renovations complete
Jul. 21—NORWICH — Two years ago, St. Mary Church Pastor Father Bob Washabaugh stood with an architect at the base of the 100-year-old stone and brick bell tower, already surrounded by a safety fence to protect passersby from the potential of falling stones. "The architect said, 'I don't feel comfortable standing inside this fence,'" Washabaugh recalled Thursday. The entire square tower was in ...
Former Foster Kid Now Dedicates Her Life to Helping Foster Youth | ‘Just Happened’
Sana and Josh Cotten from Middletown, Connecticut, share their experience appearing on “The Jennifer Hudson Show” in this digital exclusive interview. Sana, a former foster child who mentors children in foster care through her nonprofit Unashamed, reveals what she hopes people take away from the meaningful work she and her husband do for their community. Then, the parents of two discuss their plans for the Vrbo vacation Jennifer surprised them with on the show. #VrboPartner.
Bridgeport students build plane in class
BRIDGEPORT, Conn. (WTNH) — Recent Bridgeport high school graduates looked to the skies on Monday for their own creation — an airplane they spent three years building. The Bassick High School students made the plane in their shop class. Monday, they watched as it took off from Sikorsky Memorial Airport. “I’m dyslexic, so I didn’t […]
Massachusetts woman sentenced for hoax bomb threat against Boston Children’s Hospital
“BOSTON – A Westfield woman was sentenced on July 18, 2024 in federal court in Boston for calling in a hoax bomb threat against Boston Children’s Hospital. Catherine Leavy, 37, was sentenced today by U.S. District Court Judge Leo T. Sorokin to three years’ probation. In September 2024, Leavy pleaded guilty to one count of making a false bomb threat and one count of intentionally conveying false or misleading information that a bomb was on the way to Boston Children’s Hospital.
2024 All-Western Mass. Boys Volleyball: State-champion Westfield leads all selections with seven
Masslive announced its 2024 All-Western Mass. selections on Tuesday, July 23. Less than two months after earning their fifth Division II state championship, the Westfield boys volleyball team was rewarded with seven combined selections, while Agawam was next with six. If you purchase a product or register for an account...
Columbaria at Southwick cemetery to accommodate growing trend for cremation
SOUTHWICK — With cremations increasing in popularity as an alternative to traditional burials, the town’s Cemetery Commission will soon install columbaria in the New Cemetery. “It was a thought of mine to make a nice thoughtful and serene space for the loved ones of those who have passed,”...
BITS & BYTES: ARKAI at Adams Theater; Lakou Mizik at The Clark; Berkshire County Historical Society presents Alex Harvey and ShinBone Alley; Shakespeare & Company presents world premiere; Great Barrington Public Theater presents premiere; Dine with your dog at Dottie’s
Adams Theater presents the award-winning electroacoustic duo ARKAI. Adams— On Friday, July 26th at 7:30 p.m., the Adams Theater will present the award-winning electroacoustic duo ARKAI, who will preview their new album “Crossroads.”. ARKAI has inspired audiences around the world through their genre-defying string music. Graduates of The...
Housatonic's water turns brown again, upsetting residents
GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. - Some people in the Housatonic Village in Great Barrington are still battling the effects of brown water coming out of their faucets. The water company says it is due to manganese levels. This happens every year when the weather gets warmer. Selectboard chair suggests to report...
It’s kilts and tilts to the hilt at 29th annual Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival
Bagpipes and drums pierced the air at a park in western Massachusetts over the weekend as a festival devoted to Scottish culture returned to the area. Hundreds of pipers and drummers, dozens of clans and a few thousand visitors were at Look Park Saturday for the 29th annual Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival.
From Westfield, historic F-15C fighter jet arrives at New England Air Museum
WINDSOR LOCKS, Connecticut — Preparing for the arrival of new F-35s, the 104th Fighter Wing donated a historic F-15C Eagle jet on Monday to the New England Air Museum. Col. Michael “Shot” Glass, operations group commander for the 104th based at Barnes Air National Guard Base in Westfield, flew the 48-year-old F-15C Eagle on its last flight, a hop from the base in Westfield to Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks, where the New England Air Museum is located, a distance of just 15 air miles and across the state line.
Housatonic Water Works receives $350,000 grant from MassDEP and EPA
Great Barrington — Eileen Mooney, publisher of the NEWSletter, reported that Housatonic Water Works received a grant from the Environmental Protection Agency and the state’s Department of Environmental Protection on June 13. According to the letter, which Mooney received through a public records request, the company has received...
Fatal Crash: 38-Year-Old Found By Guardrail With Leg Injury In Hebron
The events leading to the man's death began in Tolland County on Sunday, July 21 around 1 p.m., when a passerby saw an unattended bicycle against a guardrail at 667 Wall St. (Route 316) in Hebron. According to Connecticut State Police, the passerby then saw a man next to the...
Medical Monday 7/22/24: Cardiology with Dr. Sarah Levin
Cardiology is the topic for this show. We welcome Dr. Sarah Levin of Nuvance Health. 800-348-2551 is the number to call at show time, 2pm. Sarah LaDuke hosts. Dr. Sarah Levin is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist. She sees patients at The Heart Center’s Poughkeepsie, NY and Sharon, CT offices. The Heart Center, a division of Hudson Valley Cardiovascular Practice, P.C. is part of Nuvance Health Medical Practices.
Woman Fatally Shot Near Meriden Amtrak Station
The incident occurred in New Haven County around 10:10 p.m. on Monday, July 22, in the area of 161 State St., in Meriden. According to Lt. Darrin McKay of the Meriden Police, officers responded to a report of shots fired and quickly located an unidentified woman who had been shot.
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