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With CT brownfields cleanup grant, developer plans new life for former Stanadyne Corp. complex
The sprawling Windsor industrial complex that has sat largely vacant since Stanadyne Corp. left Connecticut 13 years ago could soon house distribution centers, new manufacturers and perhaps even small research and development operations, according to the nationally known Industrial Realty Group. Connecticut recently awarded $2 million in brownfields cleanup grants to the town, a decision that ...
Avon Animal Control accepting donations to get dog thrown from moving vehicle a $6K surgery
AVON, Conn. (WTNH) — Avon Animal Control officials are caring for a dog allegedly thrown from a moving vehicle on Route 44 Tuesday afternoon. Animal control said the roughly 1-year-old Lhasa Apso was thrown from the vehicle near Petco and Puerto Vallarta around 4 p.m. X-rays indicated the little pup has a broken pelvis in […]
Meriden Humane Society seeing ‘unsustainable’ number of surrendered animals
MERIDEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Animal shelters and rescues across Connecticut are at capacity and in need of help. Over the weekend, the Meriden Humane Society took in 13 animals. Ten of those animals were unexpectedly surrendered, with people showing up with animals at the shelter. “The shelters around Connecticut are very much taxed,” said Michele […]
Great Kids: Simsbury child makes playground changes for brother
SIMSBURY, CT. (WFSB) - A 6-year-old from Simsbury loves the playground at Weatogue park - but she hates that her brother can’t join her in all the fun. In this weeks Great Kids, Olivia Schueller shows us no matter your age – you have the power to make big changes.
Orthopedic Associates Surgery Center earns joint replacement accreditation
Avon, Conn.-based Orthopedic Associates Surgery Center has become one of just 33 ASCs in the nation to earn the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care's advanced orthopedic certification for total joint replacements. Orthopedic Associates Surgery Center is managed by ASC management services organization Constitution Surgery Alliance, according to a July...
Avon approves NY developer Vessel's four-story affordable housing community
AVON — The Planning and Zoning Commission has approved a four-story affordable housing development, citing both the constraints of state statute 8-30g and the vital need for affordable housing stock. The July 16 vote marks a win for New York City-based developer Vessel Technologies, who now has the green...
Danielson ousted in Legion state tourney opener
The American Legion baseball season can be an arduous journey, especially for a young team. The postseason can also be unforgiving. Three Zone 6 teams were eliminated on the first day of the American Legion state baseball tournament: Tri-Town was edged by Glastonbury, 4-3; Moosup forfeited to Ridgefield; and Danielson fell to Simsbury. Zone...
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