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Tuesday 10/16/2018
Berlin's Gagliardi replaces Baleshiski on 30th District ballot Posted: 16 October 2018 [09:23 PM] BERLIN - Michael Gagliardi, of Berlin, who was originally going to be the Republican challenger to House Speaker Joe Aresimowicz, D-Berlin,…
Kayaker, 60, dies after falling ill during race on Berlin lake Posted: 16 October 2018 [09:18 PM] BERLIN - A 60-year-old man died Sunday afternoon after experiencing a medical emergency during a kayak race on Silver Lake, a…
Scouting Berlin brothers now fly with the Eagles Posted: 16 October 2018 [09:12 PM] BERLIN - Four brothers of a feather have flocked together as Eagle Scouts. The two latest Eagles Scouts, Joshua and Zachary…
Man experiences medical emergency during kayak race at Berlin's Silver Lake, dies Posted: 16 October 2018 [02:43 PM] BERLIN - Authorities in Connecticut say a 60-year-old New Hampshire man died after experiencing a medical emergency during a kayaking race. The…
Monday 10/15/2018
Berlin responders have a busy weekend Posted: 15 October 2018 [08:48 PM] BERLIN - Three motor vehicle accidents occurred over the weekend starting Friday night, with two of them sending people to the…
Sunday 10/14/2018
Aresimowicz honors Berlin, Southington winners of essay contest Posted: 14 October 2018 [08:43 PM] BERLIN - State House Speaker Joe Aresimowicz, D-Berlin, has recognized six students from Berlin and Southington who participated in an essay contest…
Berlin curbside leaf collection set for November Posted: 14 October 2018 [08:39 PM] BERLIN - The Public Works Department has announced its curbside leaf collection dates. Leaves will be picked up on, or near,…
Berlin police blotter Posted: 14 October 2018 [08:33 PM] Berlin police report the following: Joshua Good, 34, of 10 Byron Ave., Ansonia, was charged Sept. 15 with interfering with officer/simple assault…
This week's meetings Posted: 14 October 2018 [08:28 PM] NEW BRITAIN Today, Oct. 15 Commission on Persons with Disabilities, 5 p.m., Room 202, City Hall, 27 West Main St. Board of…
Thursday 10/11/2018
Candidate's Facebook posts spark anti-hate rally in Berlin Posted: 11 October 2018 [09:49 PM] BERLIN - In pouring rain Thursday night, about 15 people gathered outside Board of Education offices for a rally against hate,…
Hospital for Special Care to be well represented at Hartford Marathon Posted: 11 October 2018 [09:43 PM] NEW BRITAIN - About 100 runners will represent the Hospital for Special Care in the 25th annual Eversource Hartford Marathon, which…
Free dental cleanings in Berlin for CCHD residents 60 and up Posted: 11 October 2018 [09:23 PM] BERLIN - The Central Connecticut Health District is offering free dental cleaning clinics to district residents age 60 and over. In…
Berlin Stop & Shop cuts ribbon to celebrate renovations Posted: 11 October 2018 [09:21 PM] BERLIN - The Stop & Shop in Berlin has a new reason to make you stop and shop. The grocery store…
Tuesday 10/09/2018
Berlin High math teacher accused of sexual assault has case continued Posted: 09 October 2018 [08:16 PM] BERLIN - Michael Cwirka, the suspended Berlin High School math teacher charged with having a sexual relationship with a then 17-year-old…
GOP candidate's incendiary Facebook posts spark 'Rally Against Hate' event Posted: 09 October 2018 [07:51 PM] BERLIN - Following the revelation of negative comments about victims of school shootings, religions and races by 22-year-old Steven Baleshiski, the…
Berlin Scarecrow Festival makes spooky return in time for autumn activities Posted: 09 October 2018 [07:47 PM] BERLIN - The 14th annual Scarecrow Festival will run by the Berlin Parks and Recreation Department is returning and will be…
Monday 10/08/2018
This week's meetings Posted: 08 October 2018 [08:40 PM] NEW BRITAIN Tuesday, Oct. 9 Fairview Cemetery Commission, 6 p.m., Room 305, City Hall, 27 West Main St. Conservation Commission, 6:30 p.m.,…
Sunday 10/07/2018
Hair salon finds 'envy-able' new home in Berlin Posted: 07 October 2018 [09:23 PM] BERLIN - Berlin has another thing to be envied for now. Envy, a hair salon, recently relocated from Market Square in…
Berlin VFW Auxiliary meets Tuesday Posted: 07 October 2018 [09:22 PM] BERLIN - The Auxiliary of Berlin VFW Post 10732 will hold a meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 9, at 6 p.m. at the…
Berlin library features book talks, movies and more this month Posted: 07 October 2018 [09:20 PM] BERLIN - The Berlin-Peck Memorial Library has several events scheduled this month. The library is at 234 Kensington Road and can…
Friday 10/05/2018
Political signs confiscated in Berlin Posted: 05 October 2018 [05:25 PM] BERLIN - Political signs placed in front of a Mobil gas station along Chamberlain Highway were removed Friday afternoon. Town Planner…
Flu shot clinic announced Posted: 05 October 2018 [03:10 PM] BERLIN - The Central Connecticut Health District strongly encourages all Connecticut residents to attend our POD (Point of Dispensing) flu clinic scheduled…
Thursday 10/04/2018
Berlin to buy new pump for Berlin Turnpike facility Posted: 04 October 2018 [09:19 PM] BERLIN - The Town Council approved the purchase of a grinder pump for the Berlin Turnpike Sewer Pump Station, the second…
Health district's board seeks departures, arrivals Posted: 04 October 2018 [09:18 PM] BERLIN - The Central Connecticut Health District has recognized board members who have recently stepped down and announced two replacements. Jerylin…
Paonessa returns to Berlin council, fills four committee vacancies Posted: 04 October 2018 [09:17 PM] BERLIN - New Town Councilor Charles Paonessa was appointed to several committees Tuesday night to fill vacancies created when Amy Daniele…
Aresimowicz's challenger defends Facebook posts Posted: 04 October 2018 [01:30 PM] BERLIN - Steve Baleshiski, the Republican candidate running against Democratic House Speaker Joe Aresimowicz for state House District 30, wrote in…
Wednesday 10/03/2018
Two local teens are helping to promote annual Teen Safe Driving Video Contest Posted: 03 October 2018 [04:56 PM] WETHERSFIELD – The risk of motor vehicle crashes is higher among 16 to 19-year-olds than any other age group and…
Tuesday 10/02/2018
Boy Scout troop plans celebration dinner Posted: 02 October 2018 [04:41 PM] Special To The Herald, @SarahRWillson NEWINGTON- The Boy Scout Troop 347 is honoring 70 years of community service by hosting an…
Berlin Police Department sees personnel changes Posted: 02 October 2018 [04:39 PM] BERLIN — The Police Commission appointed a new officer, accepted the resignation of another and appointed new reserve officers with a…
Sunday 09/30/2018
This week's meetings Posted: 30 September 2018 [09:29 PM] NEW BRITAIN Today, Oct. 1 Commission on Aging, 1 p.m., Vermont Room, Senior Center, 55 Pearl St. Arch Area NRZ, 5:45 p.m.,…
Navy Band Northeast returns to Berlin Thursday Posted: 30 September 2018 [09:24 PM] BERLIN - The Berlin Veterans Commission is bringing Navy Band Northeast back to town. The Newport, Rhode Island-based band will play…
CCHD forum focuses on addiction recovery Posted: 30 September 2018 [09:23 PM] BERLIN - As fentanyl-related overdoses are expected to increase about 9 percent this year, according to the state’s Chief Medical Examiner,…
Wednesday 09/26/2018
Man robs bank branch in Berlin supermarket Posted: 26 September 2018 [09:20 PM] BERLIN - Berlin police are looking for the man who robbed the People’s United Bank branch at the Stop & Shop…
Tuesday 09/25/2018
Posted: 25 September 2018 [06:27 PM] CHARLES Paullin @CPaullinNBH BERLIN - An easement was granted by the Town Council on a subdivision near Pistol Creek and Spruce Brook Tuesday night, as part of the acquisition of open space near the town owned property and potential upgrades…
Thursday 09/20/2018
Forrest Machine cuts ribbon on new facility in Berlin Posted: 20 September 2018 [06:05 PM] BERLIN - More than doubling their size, after a slight construction delay, commercial and military aerospace manufacturer Forrest Machine moved to…
Community Foundation of Greater New Britain hands out grants Posted: 20 September 2018 [06:00 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Over $280,000 in grants were awarded to various community programs in New Britain, Berlin, Plainville and Southington by…
Wednesday 09/19/2018
Cabaret Theatre to hold auditions Posted: 19 September 2018 [06:08 PM] Special To The Herald, @SarahRWillson BERLIN- The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre is looking for female singers, ages 18 and up, to…
Tuesday 09/18/2018
Berlin Town councilor appointed to fill vacancy Posted: 18 September 2018 [10:42 PM] BERLIN - Republican Charles Paonessa is now a member of the Town Council after being unanimously appointed by the legislative body…
Update: Berlin High students back in class after threat discovered Posted: 18 September 2018 [01:11 PM] BERLIN – Classes have resumed at Berlin High School after a written threat discovered in a bathroom was investigated, officials said. Students…
Sunday 09/16/2018
Public forum on possible senior/community center this Thursday Posted: 16 September 2018 [09:12 PM] BERLIN - A public forum is planned for Sept. 20 at 7 p.m. at the Berlin High School auditorium to discuss a…
Posted: 16 September 2018 [09:07 PM] NEW BRITAIN Today, Sept. 17 Commission on Persons with Disabilities, 5 p.m., Room 202, City Hall, 27 West Main St.; Board of Assessment Appeals, 6 p.m., Room 101, City Hall; Board of Education, 6 p.m., 272 Main St.; Historic Preservation…
Fair weather fair: Food aplenty at sun-filled 70th annual Berlin Fair Posted: 16 September 2018 [09:04 PM] BERLIN - A bright, sunny day was an unfamiliar but welcome look to the 70th annual Berlin Fair, hosted by the…
Berlin town councilor resigns, filling vacancy to be discussed Tuesday Posted: 16 September 2018 [07:54 PM] BERLIN - Appointing a new member to the Town Council is on the agenda for Tuesday’s meeting by the legislative body,…
Library hosting healthy tips sessions this fall Posted: 16 September 2018 [07:53 PM] BERLIN - Stay healthy with tips and advice from Dr. Thomas A. Brown, Chief Medical Officer with Kathy’s Urgent Care in Berlin.…
Thursday 09/13/2018
Cwirka still on paid suspension, Berlin superintendent says Posted: 13 September 2018 [09:15 PM] BERLIN - The Berlin High School teacher and former swimming coach charged this week in connection with an alleged past sexual…
Berlin parents get chance to comment on elementary school study Posted: 13 September 2018 [09:13 PM] BERLIN - Saving Hubbard Elementary School was on the minds of many at a recent public forum on the elementary school…
Wednesday 09/12/2018
Ex-swimming coach at Berlin High faces charges in relationship with student Posted: 12 September 2018 [08:46 PM] BERLIN - The former swimming coach at Berlin High School has been charged with having a sexual relationship with a then-…
Tuesday 09/11/2018
Berlin dedicates memorial on 17th anniversary of attacks Posted: 11 September 2018 [08:25 PM] BERLIN - Kensington firefighter Patrick Buckley began the Sept. 11 memorial ceremony by detailing the events of that fateful day 17…
Berlin teacher arrested on allegations he engaged in sex with a student Posted: 11 September 2018 [06:11 PM] BERLIN – According to a report on WFSB’s website late Tuesday, Berlin teacher Michael Cwirka, 29, has been arrested on allegations he…