Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont announced Monday that 52% of state residents age 16 or older have now received at least one dose…
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Monday 04/12/2021
DeLandro, still exploring run for mayor of New Britain, has raised $45K from over 500 donors Posted: 12 April 2021 [05:50 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Over the course of just over two months, Veronica DeLandro announced she has raised nearly $45,000 from over…
New Britain has over 60 new coronavirus cases; Southington has virus death Posted: 12 April 2021 [04:55 PM] Bristol and Southington each reported a coronavirus-associated death among its residents Monday, according to state health officials. There were 13 virus…
Hartford HealthCare marks several vaccine milestones, including breaking single-day record Posted: 12 April 2021 [04:36 PM] HARTFORD – Hartford HealthCare announced Monday it will extend hours at its Convention Center mega site over the next two weeks…
New Britain interfaith group launches program to promote dialogue, education, understanding on social justice Posted: 12 April 2021 [04:31 PM] NEW BRITAIN – After speaking and listening to what the community has to say, the New Britain Area Interfaith Conference launched…
HEALTHY LIVING: Survive the good times - tips to return to being social Posted: 12 April 2021 [02:54 PM] LCSW This might sound silly but having fun can be hard, especially when you are learning how to re-socialize after a year…
Lamont to spend covid funds on summer education programs Posted: 12 April 2021 [02:41 PM] Connecticut plans to allocate millions of dollars in federal COVID-19 relief funds toward education programs designed to help make up for learning…
Gas prices begin to stabilize locally, statewide; plus lowest-priced gas stations in area Posted: 12 April 2021 [01:32 PM] STAFF REPORT Area residents are seeing gas prices stabilize for the first time in several weeks. Gas prices in the first two…
Developers of Cedar Pointe project in Newington awarded nearly $2 million in tax credits Posted: 12 April 2021 [12:57 PM] NEWINGTON – Dakota Partners, a real estate developer and builder, has been awarded $1,982,271 in tax credits for its Cedar Pointe…
Ex-Bridgeport police chief gets 1 year in prison for hiring scandal Posted: 12 April 2021 [12:46 PM] The former police chief of Connecticut's largest city was sentenced Monday to one year and one day in prison for rigging the…
CCSU reports 28 new positive coronavirus cases; 15 in isolation Posted: 12 April 2021 [12:14 PM] NEW BRITAIN – For the week ending Saturday, Central Connecticut State University reported 28 positive covid-19 cases. Eleven resident students…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 12 April 2021 [10:49 AM] New Britain police report the following: April 3 Christialis Rios-Franco, 26, 66 Winter St. Apt. 3W, New Britain, breach of peace second…
Connecticut issues guidelines for proms, graduation events Posted: 12 April 2021 [10:45 AM] HARTFORD - High school proms and graduation ceremonies can take place this spring but should have precautions to reduce the possibility of…
Southington police blotter Posted: 12 April 2021 [10:40 AM] Southington police report the following: Jennifer Brade, 33, of 1066 May St., Naugatuck, was charged April 1 with sixth degree larceny and…
Plainville police blotter Posted: 12 April 2021 [10:39 AM] Plainville police report the following: Gabriel J. Smykla, 33, of 17 Strong Court, was charged April 5 with sixth degree larceny.…
Officials: Missing kayaker's body found in Middlebury pond Posted: 12 April 2021 [10:38 AM] UPDATE: The kayaker who went missing in Middlebury over the weekend has been identified as Brian Saucier, 26, of Prospect, a Connecticut…
3 abandoned ducks found in Middletown park, taken to safety Posted: 12 April 2021 [10:35 AM] MIDDLETOWN - Three young, domestic ducks were abandoned in a Middletown park but are now being safely cared for, animal control officers…
Sunday 04/11/2021
Safety of guests and staff a priority at Fairfield Inn & Suites Posted: 11 April 2021 [08:44 PM] PLAINVILLE – Doors are open at the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott in Plainville and those who hope to have…
SENIOR SIGNALS: Fear that state will lien the house if one applies for benefits Posted: 11 April 2021 [07:44 PM] Attorney Over the years, as an elder law attorney, I have heard clients say that they do not want to apply for…
City native's latest book explores rising from the rubble, reclaiming home Posted: 11 April 2021 [04:33 PM] NEW BRITAIN – City native Carol Edgarian is being praised by renowned literary critics for her latest book. The New York…
New Britain teen killed in Hartford Saturday Posted: 11 April 2021 [02:26 PM] HARTFORD – Police are investigating after a New Britain teen was shot and killed Saturday. Jamari Preston, 16, was one of…
Saturday 04/10/2021
New Britain fishing derby draws family fun on Saturday Posted: 10 April 2021 [03:42 PM] NEW BRITAIN – New Britain’s annual Youth and Adult Fishing Derby drew children and families from all over who lined the…
Temporary vaccination site operational in New Britain for city residents today, tomorrow Posted: 10 April 2021 [12:09 PM] NEW BRITAIN -- New Britain residents today and tomorrow can receive a covid-19 vaccination without an appointment. The transportable vaccination center…
Friday 04/09/2021
Third individual in a homicide investigation arrested by State Police Posted: 09 April 2021 [05:34 PM] ROCKY HILL – State police have arrested a third individual in a homicide investigation involving two suspects from New Britain. Melissa…
New Britain has over 30 new coronavirus cases heading into weekend; plus area case updates Posted: 09 April 2021 [04:25 PM] There were four coronavirus-associated deaths reported statewide Friday, but none from the area, according to state health officials. There have been…
HALS Academy students, teachers throw surprise party for teacher who became American citizen Posted: 09 April 2021 [03:41 PM] NEW BRITAIN – It was not a typical Friday for HALS Academy science teacher Manjit Khosla, who officially became an American…
Connecticut to expand access to parks, beaches, camping Posted: 09 April 2021 [03:36 PM] Connecticut is planning to provide full access this summer to its outdoor recreation areas including state parks, camp grounds, shoreline beaches, boat…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 09 April 2021 [03:32 PM] New Britain police report the following: April 2 Joshua Rodriguez, 28, 357 Brittany Farms Road Apt. 224, New Britain, violation of probation…
Hartford HealthCare hoping to reach Caribbean community with vaccine information, dispelling myths Posted: 09 April 2021 [03:31 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Hartford HealthCare, in partnership with the Jamaican Consulate and General Diplomat from Jamaica, hosted an interactive discussion addressing…
New project aims to elevate voices of New Britain youth experiencing housing insecurity Posted: 09 April 2021 [02:55 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Aiming to elevate the voices of New Britain youth experiencing housing insecurity, the Weitzman Institute at the Community…
New Britain man who police say waited more than five hours to get Bristol OD victim help sentenced to prison Posted: 09 April 2021 [12:51 PM] PLAINVILLE - A New Britain man who police say waited more than five hours to get his friend help in 2018…
Wheeler Regional Family YMCA welcomes two new staff members Posted: 09 April 2021 [12:08 PM] PLAINVILLE – The Wheeler Regional Family YMCA is welcoming two new staff members for this year’s summer camp, Fred Fioriello, senior…
Ex-children's museum leader pleads not guilty to child porn Posted: 09 April 2021 [12:01 PM] HARTFORD - A former leader of a Connecticut children's museum has been charged with distributing images of child sexual abuse online, including…
Berlin holding pair of fishing derbys for children 3 to 15; here's how to sign up Posted: 09 April 2021 [11:00 AM] BERLIN – Does your 12-year-old have a knack for catching the biggest stripers? Maybe your 7-year-old nephew is just learning…
For second straight year, Newington Memorial Day Parade is canceled Posted: 09 April 2021 [10:45 AM] NEWINGTON – For the second year in a row and only the second time in 50-plus years, the Newington Memorial Day…
Pet of the Week: Kevin Posted: 09 April 2021 [10:41 AM] PET OF THE WEEK Kevin might have the cutest underbite you’ve ever seen. And this 9-year-old puggle will love hearing you admire…
Berlin library sponsoring upcoming event on the pandemic of 1918 Posted: 09 April 2021 [10:41 AM] BERLIN – One-hundred-and-three years ago, another pandemic was sweeping the world. The Influenza Pandemic of 1918 will be the subject of…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 09 April 2021 [10:37 AM] New Britain police report the following: April 1 Julio Medina, 32, 17 Oak St., New Britain, breach of peace second degree, criminal…
Southington police blotter Posted: 09 April 2021 [10:36 AM] Southington police report the following: Kevin Aponte, 27, of 112 View St., Meriden, was charged March 30 with possession of a controlled…
Newington police blotter Posted: 09 April 2021 [10:36 AM] Newington police report the following: Kevin M. Komaromi, 34, of 691 Cypress Drive, Newington, was charged on March 24 with sixth degree…
'How many of us will be left?' Catholic nuns face loss, pain Posted: 09 April 2021 [10:35 AM] GREENSBURG, Pa. - The nuns’ daily email update was overtaken by news of infections. Ambulances blared into the driveways of their convents.…
Drop in J&J vaccine leads to changes in college rollout Posted: 09 April 2021 [10:30 AM] A major decline in the amount of Johnson & Johnson vaccine has required Connecticut officials to revamp some distribution plans, including at…
Thursday 04/08/2021
Puerto Rico resident sentenced in cocaine trafficking operation involving New Britain, Newington Posted: 08 April 2021 [06:03 PM] A resident of Puerto Rico has been sentenced to more than six years in prison for his role in a drug…
Erin Stewart has raised over $70K, strongest quarter of her career, as she seeks fifth term as mayor Posted: 08 April 2021 [05:17 PM] NEW BRITAIN – With over $70,000 raised for her campaign war chest, Mayor Erin Stewart said this is the strongest fundraising…
Area cities, towns remain in 'Red Alert' status for coronavirus cases; New Britain has 18 new cases Posted: 08 April 2021 [05:05 PM] All area cities and towns remained in ‘Red Alert’ status for coronavirus cases Thursday, which has been the case for the…
Connecticut looking for sites to house migrant children Posted: 08 April 2021 [03:59 PM] HARTFORD - Connecticut officials are looking at places in the state to house unaccompanied migrant children who have been arriving at the…
Hospital of Central Connecticut launches program giving covid vaccine to emergency patients Posted: 08 April 2021 [03:50 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Hartford HealthCare kicked off its pilot program making vaccines available to patients in the Emergency Department Thursday afternoon…
Plainville Town Council approves zero mill increase budget for second straight year Posted: 08 April 2021 [02:28 PM] PLAINVILLE – The Plainville Town Council has approved a zero mill increase budget for the second year due to the hardships…
Advocates: Prisons need better vaccine education for inmates Posted: 08 April 2021 [01:59 PM] HARTFORD - Shortly before COVID-19 vaccinations began in January at the federal prison in Danbury, Connecticut, officials held town hall meetings for…
Third suspect sought in Rocky Hill homicide after two New Britain residents were charged Posted: 08 April 2021 [01:46 PM] ROCKY HILL -- State police have a warrant charging a third person in connection with the murder of an elderly Rocky…