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Operations resume at Bradley International Airport after global outage
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Operations have resumed Friday at Bradley International Airport after a global outage. Earlier in the day, Bradley International Airport reported approximately 20 departure delays while the world contended with a major Microsoft and Crowdstrike outage. “We are closely monitoring the situation. Passengers are advised to check the status of their flight […]
The Connecticut River receives millions of gallons of wastewater discharge
The Connecticut River has received millions of gallons of effluent. This has happened before, thanks to our Massachusetts neighbors. “The water is obviously a little higher.” Catfish like stinky stuff, so it could be helping them bite,” said Enfield resident Jasin Crowley, who caught a four-pound catfish while fishing in the river.
Connecticut Landscaping Contractor Sentenced for Tax Evasion
A Newington, Conn., landscaping service co-owner was sentenced to three years of probation and ordered to pay a $1.75 million fine for tax evasion, the Justice Department announced Tuesday. Anthony Niro was a co-owner of A. Niro Landscape Contractors Inc., where his wife, Nanette, maintained the service’s financial records.
Following Vance VP pick, CT abortion-rights advocates express growing concern about access to care
Connecticut officials and health care advocates are sharing their concerns about more potential threats to abortion and reproductive health care, gathering in New Haven this week just hours after conservative Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance was named Donald Trump’s pick for vice president. Vance, who signaled support for a national...
Comptroller, SEBAC announce disability pension survey penalties
Comptroller Sean Scanlon recently announced the state has reached a deal to implement penalties for individuals who receive disability pension benefits and who fail to respond to an annual survey about other income they receive. Under the new deal, which the state and the State Employees Bargaining Agent Coalition (SEBAC) recently reached, individuals who receive […] The post Comptroller, SEBAC announce disability pension survey penalties appeared first on Connecticut Inside Investigator.
‘I think it’s time to bow out:’ West Hartford restaurant will close in August
WEST HARTFORD, Conn. — The Corner Pug announced Thursday it will be closing its doors on Aug. 17. Restaurant owner Ted Vetter, 75, said in a Facebook post, “Since the pandemic our business plan has changed. Prices have skyrocketed, from chicken wings to insurance coverage and dramatic labor costs.”
Hartford office leasing up 10%, vacancy rate improves as more tenants opt to stay put
The greater Hartford office market saw more leasing and slightly less vacant space in recent months, with positive trends in the second quarter for the first time since 2020, according to real estate experts. Commercial broker CBRE reported that greater Hartford’s overall office vacancy rate dropped to 23.3 percent in...
Somers welcomes new fire chief
SOMERS — On July 8, David Lenart officially began his role as fire chief for the town of Somers. “It feels very good,” Lenart said. “I’m very honored. It’s a great group of members to work with. Everyone has been extremely helpful in getting me through my first week, learning the department and meeting the staff that are here.”
Local hospitals report rise in patients with heat-related illnesses
HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) – Local hospitals reported a rise in patients suffering from heat-related illnesses as temperatures rise. During heat waves, staying hydrated is crucial as severe dehydration can quickly lead to hospitalization, with the elderly being particularly vulnerable. Dr. Jennifer Martin, Chair of Emergency Medicine at St. Francis...
[UPDATED QF]. Prediction, H2H of Marcos Giron’s draw vs Bolt, Vukic, Michelsen to win the Newport
Marcos Giron is 3 wins away to conquer the title in Newport. The American has defeated Benoit Paire 4-6 7-5 6-4 to reach the quarter where he will face Alex Bolt. This is Marcos Giron’s projected draw together withhisplausible opposition in Infosys Hall of Fame Open. Giron has a losing record (2-3) against the likely opposition.
Man Who Shot Providence Police Officer and Killed Park Ranger Granted Parole
Demetrius Jackson — who shot and killed Roger Williams Park Ranger William Abrahamson and shot and seriously injured Providence Police Patrolman Brian Quirk in 1995 — has been granted parole, GoLocal has learned. Jackson had been sentenced to prison for 100 years in 1997. "I can remember not...
The Criminal Travels of Michael Brier: Fraudulent Tax Preparer to Suboxone Clinic Cheat
In July of 2016, Fox Point neighbors and business owners contacted GoLocal, raising concerns about who was opening a new Suboxone therapy clinic on Wickenden Street. The man behind the Suboxone business, Michael Brier, was a former Rhode Island tax preparer who had previously been sentenced to 27 months in federal prison in 2013. He was prosecuted by the Department of Justice.
Settlement reached in 360 High School class action suit
A legal saga over the now-shuttered 360 High School in Providence has reached a settlement in the U.S. District Court of Rhode Island. Litigation couldn’t stop the loss of 360 High School as a distinct entity, but aspects of the school’s environment will continue in a newly unified school in the same building, thanks to […] The post Settlement reached in 360 High School class action suit appeared first on Rhode Island Current.
PPL Corporation - Rhode Island Energy files lower winter electric supply costs for customers
Providence, RI ( July 18, 2024 ) - Rhode Island Energy. (RIE) electric supply customers can expect lower costs for the upcoming winter season beginning. as compared to last winter. The Providence-based energy company has filed winter electric supply rates with the. Rhode Island Public Utilities Commission. (PUC) and, if...
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