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Hartford woman wins national award for her work connecting immigrants to resources through the library
At the downtown Hartford Public Library, one woman is in the national spotlight. Homa Naficy is one of 24 people this year to receive a “Great Immigrants, Great Americans” award. Each year, Carnegie Corporations hands out the award to a select number of naturalized citizens who are making...
The Bulletin asked readers who has the best ice cream, and we have a winner: who is it?
On July 17, The Bulletin put out a reader poll for the best ice cream in eastern Connecticut. The readers responded , and Millie’s Ice Cream in Norwich came out on top. Millie’s, located at 650 New London Turnpike by the Norwich Golf Course, was started in 2015, and is in its 10th season. There was an open spot by Malerba’s Farm and Malerba’s Golf Driving Range, so they decided to open something in the empty spot, owner Julie Malerba said.
MGM Springfield predicts large turnout of sports bettors during Paris Olympics
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — For the first time in Massachusetts history, legalized betting will be permitted in the state during the Paris Olympic games. For the first time in Massachusetts history, legalized betting will be permitted in the state during the Paris Olympic games. It will also be the first...
Vet’s book shares stories of celebrity clients and pets
KENT—Dr. Amy Attas admits that she’s pretty obsessed with pugs. Her Kent home is filled with representations of the small breed that has a short muzzle, wrinkled face and curled tail. A big believer in rescuing dogs, the veterinarian shares stories of her own life, as well as many celebrity clients, in her new book, “Pets and the City.”
Artists reception, painting demonstration set for Aug. 10
KENT—There will be an art reception for Sandra Cointreau, who is currently exhibiting her work at the Kent Memorial Library, Saturday, Aug. 10, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. During the reception she will give a painting demonstration, discussing the value of learning to paint various techniques through the traditional practice of copying masters.
Cops: Killer’s Mom Was At The Wheel
Police announced the arrest of the young man they said shot 16-year-old Joshua Vazquez to death one and a half years ago — and arrested the alleged shooter’s mom as well. Joshua Vazquez’s family and friends gathered at the Shack community center in West Hills Thursday to mourn...
New London Charter School Seeks State Approval to Admit Fourth-Graders
NEW LONDON —The Interdistrict School for Arts and Communications is requesting state approval to admit fourth-graders starting this fall. The school — also known as ISAAC — currently serves about ... Haven’t subscribed yet? Click here to register. CT Examiner is just $20 a year. And...
As one Bank Street restaurant gets an artistic overhaul, another closes its doors
Jul. 24—NEW LONDON — As the former Hot Rod Cafe prepares to reopen as an art gallery, another Bank Street restaurant abruptly closed its doors this week. Cafe owner Rod Cornish said Wednesday that construction and renovation work to transform his 114 Bank St. building from a popular casual eatery into a showcase for local artists is nearly complete. Meanwhile, New London Eats, a quick-service ...
NHPS Chief Of Staff Steps Down
New Haven Public Schools is down a chief of staff as of last week. Now, the district is hoping to fill the critical cabinet position as the 2024 – 25 school year draws near. The news of former Chief of Staff Michael Finley’s July 15 resignation was announced at...
Phish Portends A Summer ’24 Golden Age With Wide-Ranging Mohegan Sun Opener [Photos/Videos]
After kicking off its 2024 summer tour with a three-show stand in Mansfield, MA this past weekend, Phish headed to Uncasville, CT’s Mohegan Sun on Tuesday for the first time in five years to begin a two-night, midweek run at the casino arena. Chilling, Thrilling Sounds favorite “Martian Monster”...
Norwich wants to play big part in state's celebration of nation's 250th birthday
Jul. 24—NORWICH — From pre-European settlement tribal battles to Gen. George Washington's visits, Benedict Arnold's exploits and the roots of the Industrial Revolution, city officials made their pitch Wednesday to become a centerpiece of the state's celebration of the nation's 250th anniversary. By the second stop on a tour of Norwichtown historical sites by state and local representatives ...
Derby Ponders New Marijuana Rules
DERBY – Members of the Derby Planning and Zoning Commission are considering whether to allow more marijuana shops into the city. The sale of recreational marijuana became legal in Connecticut on Jan. 10, 2023. The state initially limited the number of cannabis retail stores and micro-cultivation operations that could open in municipalities to 1 per 25,000 residents.
Garden Not-So-Secret, Thanks To EPA
Last week, the pond in Nappésoul’s Newhallville backyard was just a hole in the ground. By Wednesday morning, with the help of a federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) grant, the hole had turned into a filtered, aquaponic pond system, with koi fish and minnows on the way. That...
Sprinter from Hamden ready to take on Paris
News 8 is highlighting Connecticut athletes going to the Olympics in Paris. Alexis Holmes of Hamden started running track in New Haven when she was 5 years old. She went on to become an amazing high school athlete, playing multiple sports at Chesire Academy
Sea Unicorns shine at Futures League All-Star game
Fireworks exploded over the sky at Dodd Stadium on Tuesday night. Minutes earlier, fans sang the New England baseball national anthem “Sweet Caroline” before the top of the ninth inning. The pregame ceremonies featured remarks from Norwich Mayor Peter Nystrom, appearances by a Color Guard flag corps and a Foot Guard regiment, and an autograph session and ceremonial first pitch from former New York Yankees World Series hero Jim Leyritz. The Rose City All-Stars, which included members...
Former Canaan resident trades the woods of the Northwest Corner for the grasslands of East Africa.
Dr. Daniel Peppe, a North Canaan Elementary School and Hotchkiss alum, is a professor of Geosciences at Baylor University in Waco, Texas. When he is not teaching both intro and graduate level courses, he can be found conducting research across the globe. In short, his work focuses on the evolutionary processes of plants and animals in response to climate change. Having conducted fieldwork in the U.S. Midwest, Australia and Abu Dhabi, Peppe has settled for Eastern Africa.
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