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The Mark Twain House & Museum Hosts 150th Anniversary Community Celebration
The Mark Twain House & Museum will be marking the 150th anniversary of the Clemens Family's National Historic Landmark home with a day-long community celebration. Open to all, this festive, fun and interactive event will be held on the campus of The Mark Twain House & Museum (351 Farmington Avenue in Hartford) on Saturday, September 14 from 10am to 5pm. The day is sponsored by Global Atlantic Financial Group.
SHaW offers mental health office hours with “Let’s Talk” program
The University of Connecticut’s Student Health and Wellness (SHaW) offers numerous resources and services for the health and wellness of UConn students, including mental health resources. One of the options available for students is the free “Let’s Talk” mental health office-hours program. With the program, students...
Griswold dog rescue is "All Paws On Deck" for mother dogs: What celebrity gave them a grant
Curiosity about pet adoption and a desire for a more meaningful job lead a local woman to improving the lives of many dogs who might have otherwise been put down. Susan Burgess was looking for a puppy in 2020, and wondered what happened to mother dogs in shelters. While puppies were in high demand at that time, it turned out that many mother dogs at kill shelters get euthanized, she said. ...
Attempted kidnapping at Chucky’s Gas Station in Willimantic
WILLIMANTIC — The Willimantic Police Department received a 911 call about a potential abduction that led to a chase across town and into Scotland Wednesday afternoon. At approximately 2:45 p.m., Willimantic Police received a 911 call stating two male suspects were abducting an adult female at Chucky’s Gas Station, which is located at the intersection of Ash and Jackson Streets.
Accident in Willimantic sends passenger, driver to hospital
WILLIMANTIC — A motor vehicle accident in Willimantic sent two people to the hospital with minor injuries. The accident which took place at around 11:12 a.m. Tuesday at the intersection of South Street and Pleasant Street was between a 2014 Cadillac and a 2022 Toyota Corolla.
Volleyball: UConn looks to start the season strong as they head into weekend tournament
After a difficult 2023 season that ended with an 8-22 record, the UConn women’s volleyball team is looking to start the season strong as they head into the weekend. The Huskies are set to face Long Island University, Youngstown State University and Sacred Heart University. Connecticut will bring a...
Hartford Dinner Highlights Silverado Wines
Brescome Barton hosted a pairing dinner featuring the estate wines of Silverado Vineyards at Max Downtown in Hartford on July 25. Brescome Barton’s Jillian Carey, Account Development Manager, and Will Jepsen, Sales Representative, were on-site to present the wines to guests and provide them with history on the brand, which was founded in 1981 by the late Diane Disney Miller and her husband, the late Ron Miller, on the Silverado Trail in Yountville, California. Guests enjoyed a four-course meal prepared by Executive Chef Christopher Sheehan and his culinary team paired with Silverado Miller Ranch Sauvignon Blanc, Mt George Vineyard Merlot, Geo Cabernet Sauvignon, Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon and Estate Grown Chardonnay. Over the last four decades, the Miller family established Silverado Vineyards as a leading producer of luxury wines from estate vineyards across four Napa Valley appellations. Foley Family Wines & Spirits purchased Silverado Vineyards in June 2022, continuing the traditions of the Miller family, with its wines now crafted under Winemaker Alison Rodriguez.
2 arrested in connection with Facebook Marketplace armed robbery
SHELTON, Conn. (WFSB) - Two are facing charges following an armed robbery in Shelton. On Thursday night, Shelton police received a 911 call from a resident on Perry Hill Road. The female victim stated that she was robbed while purchasing sneakers on Facebook Marketplace. When the perpetrators arrived at the...
CT’s Roving DUI Patrols for Labor Day: What You Need to Know
Labor Day Weekend 2024 is upon us and that means a lot of celebrating, it also means people around the Nutmeg State will be consuming a fair amount of alcohol. The Connecticut State Police want the public to have fun but to do so responsibly. On Tuesday (08/27/24) the Connecticut...
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