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Saturday 01/16/2021
House fire in New Britain likely displaces two people: fire chief Posted: 16 January 2021 [03:18 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Two people are likely without a home after a fire broke out on Osgood Avenue Friday night. Fire…
Friday 01/15/2021
MORE PHOTOS: Manhole covers burst into air after underground fire in downtown New Britain Posted: 15 January 2021 [06:02 PM] NEW BRITAIN – An electrical fire that caused several manhole covers to burst up on Lafayette and Main Street prompted street…
Southington has three, New Britain two, Newington one virus-associated deaths among residents Posted: 15 January 2021 [05:57 PM] Southington had three residents die from coronavirus-associated illness, while New Britain had two and Newington one over the past two days,…
Bristol resident wins History Channel's 'Forged in Fire' Posted: 15 January 2021 [05:16 PM] BRISTOL – City resident and local blacksmith, Aric Fontaine, recently appeared on The History Channel’s “Forged in Fire,” where he took…
Wheeler family center awarded nearly $3 million grant to support treatment for pregnant women with history of substance use Posted: 15 January 2021 [05:11 PM] A $2.7 million grant was awarded to the Wheeler Family Health and Wellness Center that will support treatment for pregnant women…
New specialty coffee shop, with food items baked in house, opens on Farmington Avenue Posted: 15 January 2021 [05:04 PM] BERLIN – A new specialty coffee shop is the latest business to make Berlin its home. The town held a ribbon…
Southington still wants to construct new library building Posted: 15 January 2021 [02:21 PM] SOUTHINGTON -- This year, Town Manager Mark Sciota hopes to revisit the issue of constructing a new library building. Last…
Justice McDonald receives final legislative confirmation Posted: 15 January 2021 [02:15 PM] HARTFORD - Connecticut State Supreme Court Justice Andrew McDonald received final legislative confirmation Friday to serve a second eight-year term on the…
New Britain High students say TRiO program provides anchor of stability, motivation to continue path toward graduation Posted: 15 January 2021 [01:05 PM] Special to the Herald NEW BRITAIN – Covid-19 has interrupted every aspect of living and educational services are no exception. As…
Calhoun one of 400 to receive covid-19 vaccine by Hartford HealthCare Posted: 15 January 2021 [12:51 PM] HARTFORD – Jim Calhoun, Hall of Famer and current University of St Joseph’s men’s basketball coach, received his covid-19 vaccine Friday…
New Britain Public Library offering free help with homework for city students Posted: 15 January 2021 [12:49 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Students who need some extra help on their homework can turn to the New Britain Public Library for…
Through holidays, Newington's Alpha Delta Kappa chapter kept on giving Posted: 15 January 2021 [11:42 AM] Despite facing the challenges of teaching in the era of covid-19, members of the Newington chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa have…
Cardona, set to become US Secretary of Education, tells New Britain High English learner students they too can become a success story Posted: 15 January 2021 [11:36 AM] NEW BRITAIN – In many ways, Dr. Miguel Cardona has a lot in common with New Britain High School students, including…
Stories of the Week: Senator Richard Blumenthal shares his experience being at Capitol during riot; talks impeachment of Presidents Trump Posted: 15 January 2021 [11:18 AM] STORIES OF THE WEEK PODCAST This week's special guest is Sen. Richard Blumenthal. He shares his experience inside the Capitol when it…
Stories of the Week: US Congressman John Larson talks about attack on US Captiol, what he experienced that day Posted: 15 January 2021 [11:11 AM] STORIES OF THE WEEK PODCAST This week's special guest is US Congressman John Larson of Connecticut's first district, who discusses what his…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 15 January 2021 [11:10 AM] New Britain police report the following: Jan. 3 Luis Campos, 31, 173 High St., Holyoke, Mass., engaging police in pursuit, interfere with…
Southington police blotter Posted: 15 January 2021 [11:10 AM] Southington police report the following: Paul Liebler, 42, of 2 Oak Wood St., Stafford Springs, was charged Jan. 8 with disorderly conduct.…
Plainville police blotter Posted: 15 January 2021 [11:08 AM] Plainville police report the following: Ikem A. Johnson, 41, of 149 School St., Bristol, was charged Jan. 12 with fourth degree larceny,…
Thursday 01/14/2021
Plainville meets with Valley Water Systems to discuss rate increase request Posted: 14 January 2021 [05:37 PM] PLAINVILLE – Town leaders have met with Valley Water Systems to discuss the water company’s request for a rate increase and…
New Britain Common Council fills vacant seat, some Democrats not happy with decision Posted: 14 January 2021 [05:22 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Paul Catanzaro, former alderman and community volunteer, will fill the vacant Common Council seat left by newly-elected state…
'How do you tell a parent that she may never see her child again?' Bristol Health nurses continue daily fight against coronavirus Posted: 14 January 2021 [04:47 PM] BRISTOL – Trying to tell a mother her son may not survive covid-19 is one of the hardest experiences Randi Schiavi,…
Bristol Hospital sees small drop in covid-19 hospitalizations Posted: 14 January 2021 [04:44 PM] BRISTOL -- Bristol Hospital saw a small drop in covid-19 patients Thursday. The hospital reported treating 15 patients who have…
Terryville mother accused of killing one child, seriously injuring another waives right to probable cause hearing Posted: 14 January 2021 [04:43 PM] PLYMOUTH - The Terryville mother charged with killing one of her children and seriously wounding another by gunshot waived her right…
New round of Paycheck Protection Program loans now available Posted: 14 January 2021 [04:41 PM] A new round of Paycheck Protection Program loans have become available and could help businesses in the area. Certain small businesses…
Friendship Center taking lead making sure residents have safe, warm place to stay during cold weather months Posted: 14 January 2021 [04:17 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The Friendship Service Center has been spearheading Gov. Ned Lamont’s Severe Cold Weather Protocol in the New Britain…
Bridge, road repairs a top priority for Southington Posted: 14 January 2021 [02:18 PM] SOUTHINGTON – Southington looks to complete bridge and road repairs. The Town Council has selected a consultant, AECOM, for the repair…
Next phase of vaccinations will include residents 65 years and older Posted: 14 January 2021 [01:23 PM] Gov. Ned Lamont has announced that Phase 1B of the state’s covid-19 vaccinations will begin Monday, Jan. 18. During this phase,…
'Dividing the city, dividing the people, this has got to stop': New Britain's Columbus statue will remain after council vote Posted: 14 January 2021 [12:21 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The city’s Christopher Columbus statue will remain in McCabe Park after seven months of city discussions and community…
Community Chest of New Britain and Berlin grant nearly $250K to local nonprofits Posted: 14 January 2021 [12:14 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Over $240,000 in funding from the Community Chest of New Britain and Berlin were granted in 2020 to…
New Britain had strong year in economic development, led by three new apartments complexes; several projects in works for new year Posted: 14 January 2021 [12:09 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The director for economic development in New Britain discussed many of the projects the city completed in 2020…
Christopher Columbus statue to stay put; City Council fails to override veto Posted: 14 January 2021 [10:45 AM] NEW BRITAIN – The city’s Christopher Columbus statue will remain in McCabe Park after all. After seven months of city…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 14 January 2021 [10:36 AM] New Britain police report the following: Jan. 2 Jessica Hernandez, 39, 205 North St. Apt. 38, New Britain, risk of injury to…
Southington police blotter Posted: 14 January 2021 [10:36 AM] Southington police report the following: Peter Rolny, 46, of 12 Spindle Hill Road, Wolcott, was charged Jan. 7 with possession of narcotics…
Lawmakers considering whether to extend covid voting rules Posted: 14 January 2021 [10:24 AM] HARTFORD - With a handful of special elections coming up, Connecticut lawmakers will likely soon decide whether to again give all eligible…
Wednesday 01/13/2021
Newington finalizing tax agreement with developer looking to build $11 million hotel in town Posted: 13 January 2021 [05:08 PM] NEWINGTON – The town is now finalizing a tax agreement with a developer looking to build an $11.1 million hotel at…
Trump impeached after Capitol riot; historic second charge Posted: 13 January 2021 [05:00 PM] WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump was impeached by the U.S. House for a historic second time Wednesday, charged with "incitement of…
New Britain has two virus-associated deaths, Plainville one; plus area case updates Posted: 13 January 2021 [04:55 PM] New Britain had two residents die from coronavirus-associated illness over the past day, while Plainville had one, according to state health…
Bristol Hospital sees uptick in covid-19 patients Posted: 13 January 2021 [04:47 PM] BRISTOL -- Bristol Hospital saw a jump in coronavirus patients Wednesday. Sixteen patients who tested positive for the virus were reported…
Hartford HealthCare begins giving vaccine to those 75 and older; here's what you need to know Posted: 13 January 2021 [04:09 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Hartford HealthCare has partnered with state agencies to begin the vaccination process on Connecticut residents 75 and older…
Police, firefighters, EMS first responders from across state get vaccinated by Hartford HealthCare Posted: 13 January 2021 [03:57 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Police officers, firefighters and EMS first responders from across the state were vaccinated at Hartford HealthCare’s vaccine clinic…
Bristol Hospital seeking volunteers to help administer covid-19 vaccine Posted: 13 January 2021 [03:52 PM] BRISTOL -- Bristol Hospital is seeking volunteers to help distribute the covid-19 vaccine in anticipation of future phases that will expand…
Unexpected win has UConn fans downing hot sauce for charity Posted: 13 January 2021 [03:19 PM] STORRS - UConn fan Bryan Jackson says he thought his taste buds were safe when he joked last week on Twitter that…
Hop Haus planning to expand with another, larger location in Plainville Posted: 13 January 2021 [02:15 PM] SOUTHINGTON – Hop Haus is gearing up to expand, adding a second, larger location in Plainville this March. Mike Miller, owner…
Connecticut GOP chair resigns abruptly, reason unclear Posted: 13 January 2021 [12:15 PM] HARTFORD - Connecticut Republican Party Chair J.R. Romano, a strong supporter of President Donald Trump, has resigned abruptly for reasons he has…
Plainville had large growth in service based businesses and restaurants last year, looks forward to more in new year Posted: 13 January 2021 [11:44 AM] Plainville’s director of economic development and special projects highlighted some of the new businesses that either opened or expanded and new…
Learn what can and cannot be mandated when it comes to covid vaccine and workplace Posted: 13 January 2021 [11:43 AM] NEW BRITAIN – The Greater New Britain Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a webinar to inform businesses about what they…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 13 January 2021 [10:56 AM] New Britain police report the following: Jan. 1 Brandon Pearson, 32, 27 Leesville Road, Moodus, criminal mischief third degree, disorderly conduct Jahhod…
Southington police blotter Posted: 13 January 2021 [10:52 AM] Southington police report the following: Sean Rivera, 20, of 389 Burritt St., was charged Jan. 1 with disorderly conduct and four counts…
Plainville police blotter Posted: 13 January 2021 [10:51 AM] Plainville police report the following: Brian D. Needham, 63, of 7 Hollis Lane, was charged Jan. 9 with possession of fentanyl. Richard…