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Tuesday 07/17/2018
Man free on bond following report he allegedly held pen to neck of girlfriend during argument Posted: 17 July 2018 [12:28 PM] NEWINGTON - A Glastonbury man is free on $250,000 bond following a report that he allegedly held a pen to the…
Newington man sentenced in tax fraud scheme Posted: 17 July 2018 [12:20 PM] NEWINGTON - A local man was sentenced Friday to nearly six years in federal prison for failing to file accurate tax…
New Britain man dies after Plainville crash Posted: 17 July 2018 [09:59 AM] PLAINVILLE – State police confirmed that a New Britain died after his car struck a guardrail and went down an embankment…
Monday 07/16/2018
Multimedia storytelling campers 'just want to have fun' Posted: 16 July 2018 [09:29 PM] Special to the Herald NEW BRITAIN - Though the journalism computer lab at Central Connecticut State University was quiet as he prepared…
New Britain man loses appeal of murder conviction Posted: 16 July 2018 [09:09 PM] NEW BRITAIN - The state Supreme Court on Friday denied the murder conviction appeal of a Booth Street man who claimed…
Teacher hopes to raise funds to buy 3 tablets for class Posted: 16 July 2018 [08:49 PM] Special to the Herald NEW BRITAIN - As technology is integrated into people’s daily lives, teachers in lower-income school districts struggle to…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 16 July 2018 [08:48 PM] New Britain police report the following: Javon M. Jones, 34, 84 Greenwood St., was charged on July 5 with third-degree assault, disorderly…
Extravaganza promises to be Newington's biggest ever Posted: 16 July 2018 [08:47 PM] NEWINGTON - Organizers say the 37th annual Life. Be in it. Extravaganza - which kicks off next week - will be…
Campers enjoy a magical experience in Southington Posted: 16 July 2018 [08:46 PM] SOUTHINGTON - Hidden away on the Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike is Southington’s own school of witchcraft and wizardry, Instead of teaching magic, however,…
Healthy Living: Heel pain, tendinitis often afflict runners Posted: 16 July 2018 [05:10 PM] The summer and fall present some wonderful opportunities for runners, but chances are that many of these athletes will experience…
Police: Human remains found on walking trail Posted: 16 July 2018 [12:31 PM] CANTON - Authorities in Connecticut say human remains have been discovered along a walking trail. Canton Police Sgt. Derek Messier tells WFSB-TV…
Sunday 07/15/2018
Humane Society makes its case for older pets Posted: 15 July 2018 [09:16 PM] Special to the Herald NEWINGTON - Buddy has a halo over her head. It’s not a ring of light that hovers…
Jahana Hayes: 5th District hopeful says her time is now Posted: 15 July 2018 [09:15 PM] NEW BRITAIN - In a year filled with outsiders running for office, both statewide and nationally, Jahana Hayes thinks the time…
Two arrested in Southington for trying to pass phony $100s Posted: 15 July 2018 [09:06 PM] SOUTHINGTON - Two people were arrested Thursday for allegedly trying to use counterfeit money at a local restaurant. Daron Cochrane, 29,…
Golf suits these youngsters to a tee Posted: 15 July 2018 [09:05 PM] NEW BRITAIN - The youngest generation of golfers stepped up to the tee at Stanley Golf Course Sunday, as The First…
Entertainment menu growing at KC's on Main Posted: 15 July 2018 [09:01 PM] NEW BRITAIN - KC’s on Main continues to add entertainment to its food offerings. In May, Keith Selander, the restaurant’s owner,…
Berlin Tip-A-Cop event raises $2,000 Posted: 15 July 2018 [09:00 PM] BERLIN - Berlin police officers raised nearly $2,000 at a Tip-A-Cop fundraiser last month at Central Pizza. “It has been rocking…
Berlin Farmers Market keeps its offerings fresh Posted: 15 July 2018 [08:56 PM] BERLIN - The town hosted its fifth farmers market of the season Saturday, offering not only fresh vegetables, but also hot…
This week's meetings Posted: 15 July 2018 [08:56 PM] NEW BRITAIN Today, July 16 Commission on Persons with Disabilities, 5 p.m., Room 305, City Hall, 27 West Main St. Historic Preservation…
Pentecostal church moves to former Arch St. bakery site Posted: 15 July 2018 [08:53 PM] NEW BRITAIN - The Second Pentecostal Church, Fuente de Salvacion, is now on Arch Street at the former site of the…
SENIOR SIGNALS: How to approach the subject of a living will for your loved ones Posted: 15 July 2018 [08:34 PM] Attorney Dear Attorney Tully: Thank you for writing the column about senior issues. I only wish my husband would read your…
Friday 07/13/2018
Alleged bank robber tentatively rejects plea deal, argues innocence Posted: 13 July 2018 [08:58 PM] NEW BRITAIN - An Enfield man who handed a teller a note demanding cash with his during a 2017 robbery is…
2nd robbery charge for man who brandished a knife at a motel Posted: 13 July 2018 [08:57 PM] NEWINGTON - A Windham man has been charged in a second robbery which involved a victim who showed up to patronize…
Program promotes healthy, affordable food Posted: 13 July 2018 [08:57 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The Human Resources Agency of New Britain has recently been funded by United Way to add a new…
United Way of West Central Connecticut needs donations for School Children Posted: 13 July 2018 [08:57 PM] BERLIN-The first day of school can be a difficult time for children whose cannot afford a new wardrobe or the necessary school…
Officials want to stop illegal diving into Wassel Reservoir Posted: 13 July 2018 [08:56 PM] NEW BRITAIN — Water Department Chief Caretaker David Camden has a tough job. On Sunday afternoon, he had to deal with…
Update: Former professor turns himself in to CCSU PD Posted: 13 July 2018 [08:15 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A former Central Connecticut State University Theatre Department head turned himself in to face charges Thursday after an…
Head of New Britain nonprofit hurt in crash Posted: 13 July 2018 [08:15 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Police have issued a juvenile summons to a 12-year-old boy accused of injuring the executive director of a…
Community theater features 'darkly comic' play Posted: 13 July 2018 [08:14 PM] Community theater features ‘darkly comic’ play NEW BRITAIN - The Hole in the Wall community theater in…
School supply drive: donate now! Posted: 13 July 2018 [08:04 PM] Ryan Curcio Special to The Herald NEW BRITAIN-A great way to support the New Britain community is to donate to the Back…
Despite plane crash, few in Plainville worry Posted: 13 July 2018 [08:03 PM] PLAINVILLE - Thursday’s fatal plane crash - the second locally in less than a year - has not caused too many…
Lamont, Ganim spar in first Democratic governor debate Posted: 13 July 2018 [10:41 AM] NEW HAVEN - The two Democratic contenders for Connecticut governor sparred in their first primary debate Thursday over who is the best…
Thursday 07/12/2018
Fun and food for all as Holy Cross Bazaar opens in NB Posted: 12 July 2018 [09:41 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Holy Cross Church opened its 64th annual bazaar and carnival on Thursday. Minutes before the official kickoff, people were…
Cancer survivor honored for raising $5K+ in Race in the Park pledges Posted: 12 July 2018 [09:40 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Linda Carroll understands the importance of breast cancer research. The woman was honored by the Connecticut Breast Health…
Former student teacher could have sex charges dismissed Posted: 12 July 2018 [09:40 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A former student teacher and assistant track coach arrested by New Britain police on charges she had a…
Plane crash near Plainville airport kills Burlington pilot Posted: 12 July 2018 [09:39 PM] PLAINVILLE - A Burlington man was killed Thursday morning in the crash of a twin-engine plane near Robertson Airport. The pilot,…
William Mann named to head CCSU's new LGBT Center Posted: 12 July 2018 [09:38 PM] Special to The Herald NEW BRITAIN-Professor William J. Mann has been named as CCSU’s new director of the LGBT Center, and will…
Meriden woman charged in April assault with wine bottle in New Britain Posted: 12 July 2018 [09:23 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A Meriden woman was charged with first-degree assault Thursday in connection with an alleged attack on another woman…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 12 July 2018 [09:06 PM] New Britain police report the following: Yamil Irizarry, 38, 507 Garden St., third floor, Hartford, was charged on July 1 with violation…
Berlin library to show two more movies this month Posted: 12 July 2018 [09:02 PM] BERLIN - The Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road, has several events lined up for the second half of July.…
Southington woman convicted of DUI with teen in car Posted: 12 July 2018 [08:59 PM] SOUTHINGTON - A local woman has been accused of driving under the influence with a teenager in the vehicle. Jenessa Ives,…
End nearing for 'The Hardware' at Gallery 66 Posted: 12 July 2018 [08:55 PM] Special to the Herald NEW BRITAIN - Closing day is fast approaching for Rachel Lussier’s art exhibit, “The Hardware.” Hosted by the…
Camp Sloper celebrates its new Hall of Fame class Posted: 12 July 2018 [08:50 PM] SOUTHINGTON - The Southington Community YMCA served a picnic to its donors and members Thursday during the induction of past campers…
Update: Plane crash near Robertson Airport in Plainville kills pilot Posted: 12 July 2018 [01:13 PM] PLAINVILLE — One person was killed Thursday morning when he was ejected from a twin-engine airplane after crashing it near Robertson…
Mayor Stewart lags behind primary opponents in fundraising Posted: 12 July 2018 [10:52 AM] NEW BRITAIN - With just over a week to go to the deadline for filing for additional funding through a state…
NB Farmers Market is more than fruits and veggies Posted: 12 July 2018 [10:38 AM] Special to The Herald NEW BRITAIN - The annual New Britain Farmers Market opened with a goodx number of shoppers and vendors…
Plainville man sentenced to three years in prison for rape Posted: 12 July 2018 [10:36 AM] NEW BRITAIN - A Plainville man who admitted to sexually assaulting a girl over the span of several years, including a…
CCSU picks new athletic director Posted: 12 July 2018 [10:34 AM] NEW BRITAIN – Officials at Central Connecticut State University announced to students and staff this morning that the school has hired…
CCSU hires full-time LGBT staff for center Posted: 12 July 2018 [10:07 AM] Special To The Herald NEW BRITAIN - Hoping to open the door to a more inclusive campus, Central Connecticut State University announced…