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Central Connecticut State University cuts ribbon on new school of education building
NEW BRITAIN, Conn. (WTNH) — Central Connecticut State University is celebrating its 175th anniversary by cutting ribbons at eight renovated buildings. One of those, for the school of education, took place on Tuesday. The project added offices, conference rooms and a community room to Henry Barnard Hall. “The motto above the entrance to Barnard Hall […]
East Windsor solar farm to provide energy for 12K homes
EAST WINDSOR, Conn. (WTNH) — The state’s largest solar farm in East Windsor will provide energy to 12,000 homes and local businesses when complete this fall. The project was funded by the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act and leverages tax credits. It’s considered the largest investment in energy and climate in the nation’s history. Tuesday, Sen. […]
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 […]
City requesting bid proposals for former Savin Rock Conference Center site
WEST HAVEN, July 24, 2024 — The city will go out to bid and request proposals to develop the vacant former Savin Rock Conference Center on the West Haven shoreline, Mayor Dorinda Borer announced. The city-owned site at 6 Rock St. had been proposed for a taproom for Woodbridge...
Bristol plant wants OK to burn biomedical waste
BRISTOL, Conn. (WTNH) — Bristol residents and environment advocates are worried about what could potentially be in the air as a plant seeks state permits to burn biomedical waste. Covanta, now known as Reworld, is located near Lake Compounce. Jodie Maro, a Bristol resident and mother of two, said she’s concerned. “It’s what’s in the […]
2 arrested following federal investigation at Springfield building
SPRINGFIELD, MA (WGGB/WSHM) – Authorities have released new information related to an investigation at a Springfield apartment building. The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Vermont said that 20-year-old Hussein Iman of Springfield and 37-year-old Joseph Cadorette II of Williamstown, VT are facing charges of conspiracy to distribute and distribution of fentanyl and cocaine base.
A pilot program supporting those transitioning out of public benefits
Carolyn Martinez was in a predicament. In 2012, the Springfield native was a 25-year-old single mom to three daughters getting by on public aid. She relied on food stamps, disability assistance and cash assistance to make do. Determined to secure a better life for herself and her daughters, she began working another job.
Agawam 5-year-old takes a stand for kittens in need
Elizabeth Poggi knows what it means to make a difference — at age 5. Elizabeth wanted to run a lemonade stand this summer, and her parents – Rebecca and Richard Poggi – were happy to help. When Elizabeth asked if she could donate proceeds to Dakin Humane Society, her parents not only agreed, they promised to match what she made from her stand.
Seniors enjoy walking in the Tobin Preserve woods
KENT—In an effort to give older people an opportunity to exercise in a fun way, Kent Land Trust and Kent Park and Recreation teamed up with the New Milford Senior Center for a Senior Hike Friday, July 19. Two dozen seniors participated in the hike, with a large portion...
Summer Trade Program at Oliver Wolcott in August
TORRINGTON—A Summer Trade Program introducing students to trade school will be held at Oliver Wolcott Technical High School Aug. 12 to 16 from 8:30 a.m. to noon. It is for students entering seventh and eighth grade and will let them explore courses in hairdressing, carpentry, precision machine took, auto, collision repair, health tech, plumbing, heating, cooling, mechanical draft engineering technology, electrical and graphics. The program will be taught by OWTS shop instructors.
Rob Brereton brings toe-tapping dulcimer program to Merryall
NEW MILFORD—Rob Brereton, considered one of the pioneers in contemporary mountain dulcimer playing, will appear at Merryall Center, 8 Chapel Hill Rd., Saturday, Aug. 3, at 7:30 p.m. Rob Brereton’s favorite playlist includes singer/songwriter classics from Simon & Garfunkel, John Denver and the like as well as Brereton’s favorite...
Antje Duvekot returns to Merryall Center Aug. 10
NEW MILFORD—Antje Duvekot returns to Merryall Center, 8 Chapel Hill Rd., Saturday, Aug. 10, at 7:30 p.m. Born in Germany and transplanted to the U.S. as a young teen, Duvekot began to hone her observational skills through a lens of biculturalism when she picked up a guitar during that move. Duvekot has extensive touring experience, having crisscrossed the U.S. and Europe many times. She’s been invited to play some of the top festivals including The Newport Folk Festival as well as the Mountain Stage, Philadelphia and Kerrville Festivals.
In the battle over banned books, there’s a cold war amid public library shelves
SPRINGFIELD — When digital services librarian Katherine Stapp tries to help patrons of Springfield City Library track down books on sensitive, politically charged subjects, she can’t always find them. She said they have either been stolen or hidden in one of the City Library’s nine branches where no one would think to look.
Southampton Police looking to identify fraud suspects
SOUTHAMPTON, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - The Southampton Police Department is asking for your help identifying fraud suspects. According to police, these individuals are responsible for fraudulent credit card use. The card used was reported stolen out of a parked car. If you have any information or know their identities, contact Southampton...
RI is off to the Little League Softball regional title game; here's how they did it
BRISTOL, Conn. — Cranston Western Little League Softball was down to its last six outs. The Rhode Island team stomped its way through the New England Regional tournament until Massachusetts carried a lead into the fifth inning of the winner’s bracket final on Wednesday night. But this Ocean State team is making waves this summer and has something to prove. ...
Westfield property owner ordered to dispose of septic tank left in wetland
WESTFIELD — A North Side property owner complied with a Board of Health order to remove a septic tank, but Conservation Commission members aren’t happy about how the work was done. “Now we have a giant hole in the ground,” Conservation Coordinator Anna Meassick told the board at...
Black voters react to Kamala Harris campaign
HARTFORD, Conn. (WFSB) - Kamala Harris is intensifying her presidential campaign efforts, addressing members of a historically Black sorority on Wednesday. Focused on securing victory in November, Harris delivered a keynote speech at ZETA PHI BETA, a Black sorority in Indianapolis. Notably, Harris herself is a member of another historically...
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