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Monday 11/29/2021
Sanction to benefit handicapped residents will be up for debate Tuesday Posted: 29 November 2021 [04:23 PM] BERLIN - A sanction to benefit handicapped residents will be up for debate Tuesday night. Disabled people who own modified…
Berlin leash policies in town parks, open spaces subject of public hearing Tuesday night Posted: 29 November 2021 [04:15 PM] BERLIN - Dog owners or people who have an opinion about leash policies in town parks and open spaces are encouraged…
Friday 11/26/2021
State police responded to nearly 3,000 calls for service over last two days Posted: 26 November 2021 [04:18 PM] State police have responded to nearly 3,000 calls for service and made 20 DUI arrests in the first two days of…
Thursday 11/25/2021
New Britain, Plainville, Southington in red zone for covid infections Posted: 25 November 2021 [10:07 AM] HARTFORD - Sixty-five percent of Connecticut's 169 cities and towns are now in the red alert level, the state's highest of four…
Newington/Wethersfield Women's Club holding first-ever 'No Bake' Bake Sale Posted: 25 November 2021 [09:42 AM] The GFWC Newington/Wethersfield Women’s Club will not be selling pastries and cookies this holiday season for safety reasons in the ongoing…
Schaller Subaru partners with Klingberg Family Centers for 'Share the Love' campaign Posted: 25 November 2021 [09:40 AM] BERLIN – Schaller Subaru has revved up its 14th annual “Share the Love” national campaign and has partnered with Klingberg Family…
Wednesday 11/24/2021
Area officials, leaders say what they are thankful for this Thanksgiving Posted: 24 November 2021 [04:08 PM] HERALD PRESS STAFF Happy Thanksgiving! As a newspaper staff, we are thankful that you continue to support us through subscribing and purchasing…
'Our approach is very unique, holistic and heartfelt': Somewhere Over The Spectrum provides support for those impacted by autism Posted: 24 November 2021 [01:50 PM] BERLIN - Families impacted by autism have a new oasis in Somewhere Over the Spectrum, where they can learn, grow and…
Tuesday 11/23/2021
Good Cause Gifts in Berlin teams with Literacy Volunteers for fundraiser next Friday Posted: 23 November 2021 [03:37 PM] BERLIN - How many places offer holiday shopping to benefit a good cause? At least one, and it’s Good Cause Gifts…
Wednesday 11/17/2021
Beyond School Walls provides mentorship to students at New Britain's Lincoln Elementary School Posted: 17 November 2021 [04:54 PM] BERLIN - Through a partnership with Nutmeg Big Brothers, Big Sisters and Lincoln Elementary School in New Britain, Comcast employees are…
Newly-elected Berlin officials sworn into office during inauguration ceremony Posted: 17 November 2021 [03:45 PM] BERLIN - Newly-elected town officials were sworn into office, marking the commencement of their first or next term of service. An…
Berlin Lions Club, Berlin UpBeat collaborating on community blood drive Posted: 17 November 2021 [10:58 AM] BERLIN - Red is the signature color of both the Christmas season and the American Red Cross, the latter of which…
Monday 11/15/2021
Cortney's Dips & Sauces leaned on family, community to have successful first year in Berlin Posted: 15 November 2021 [01:43 PM] BERLIN – After opening during the pandemic, Cortney’s Dips & Sauces was forced to change many of the things that made…
Thursday 11/11/2021
Complete Sheet Metal's new facility in Berlin nears completion, celebrates with ribbon cutting event Posted: 11 November 2021 [06:16 PM] BERLIN – Town officials and more gathered for a ribbon cutting Wednesday morning at the brand-new Complete Sheet Metal facility as…
'We owe them the life we have today': Berlin honors veterans with ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park Posted: 11 November 2021 [04:06 PM] BERLIN - A crowd of people gathered in Veterans Memorial Park Thursday morning and a beautiful one it was to be…
Rollover crash in Berlin kills Middletown woman, injures two New Britain children Posted: 11 November 2021 [11:37 AM] BERLIN -- Two young New Britain children were taken to the hospital following a rollover crash in Berlin that killed a…
Booklet available in Berlin, elsewhere helps parents who are concerned about child's learning abilities, behavior Posted: 11 November 2021 [09:08 AM] BERLIN - Parents who are concerned about their child’s behavior or learning abilities have a place and people to turn to…
Wednesday 11/10/2021
Two people taken to hospital following rollover crash on Route 9 in Berlin Posted: 10 November 2021 [05:40 PM] BERLIN -- Two people were taken to the hospital Wednesday afternoon following a rollover on Route 9. State police said…
New fine dining restaurant in Berlin takes over old Even Stephens diner location Posted: 10 November 2021 [04:20 PM] BERLIN – The former Even Stephens diner has been transformed into Cornerstone Restaurant & Wine Bar. The business is owned by…
Monday 11/08/2021
Customers who use Eversource will see 21% higher electric bills beginning January 1 Posted: 08 November 2021 [04:31 PM] BERLIN - Homeowners, businesses and renters will start the New Year with electric bills about 21% higher, in accordance with new…
Sunday 11/07/2021
Boxes to Boots prepares 800 care packages for troops Posted: 07 November 2021 [07:17 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The Berlin-based Boxes to Boots nonprofit organization held its 2021 Operation Cares event at the New Britain Stadium…
Friday 11/05/2021
Berlin's Veterans Day Ceremony returns Thursday after one year hiatus due to pandemic Posted: 05 November 2021 [10:56 AM] BERLIN - What would a tribute to veterans be without a rifle volley and taps, a color guard and a meaningful…
Wednesday 11/03/2021
Kaczynski says getting re-elected as Berlin mayor for fourth term was 'team effort' Posted: 03 November 2021 [06:02 PM] BERLIN – Berlin Mayor Mark Kaczynski said getting re-elected was a total “team effort” and took the many volunteers who helped…
Berlin Republicans win majority on town council Posted: 03 November 2021 [04:55 PM] BERLIN – The results of the mayoral race Tuesday night had a big impact on the look of the town council.…
Berlin Lions Club hosting Luminary Display at Veterans Park to honor veterans; here's how to take part Posted: 03 November 2021 [01:57 PM] BERLIN – The Berlin Lions Club will be hosting its second annual Luminary Display at Veterans Park in Berlin on Saturday,…
Tuesday 11/02/2021
Incumbent Berlin Mayor Kaczynski defeats challenger Lomaglio Posted: 02 November 2021 [10:22 PM] BERLIN – Incumbent Berlin Mayor Mark Kaczynski was victorious Tuesday night based on unofficial results. The Republican incumbent looked to defeat…
Monday 11/01/2021
Lou & Mo's Sandwich Shoppe brings upscale deli concept to Berlin Turnpike Posted: 01 November 2021 [05:16 PM] BERLIN – Lou & Mo’s Sandwich Shoppe held its grand opening celebration Monday as the latest business to call Berlin home.…
Berlin-New Britain Probate Court judge Clebowicz bids bittersweet farewell to colleagues and friends after reaching mandatory retirement age Posted: 01 November 2021 [04:53 PM] NEW BRITAIN - The Honorable Walter Clebowicz bid a bittersweet farewell to colleagues and friends in the Berlin-New Britain Probate District…
Berlin voters to choose between Kaczynski and Lomaglio for mayor, plus plenty of local positions on Election Day Posted: 01 November 2021 [11:36 AM] BERLIN – With Election Day here, citizens of Berlin are gearing up to vote for mayor, town council, board of finance,…
Thursday 10/28/2021
Berlin library online workshop to discuss proactive approach to stress management Posted: 28 October 2021 [02:13 PM] BERLIN – The Berlin-Peck Memorial Library and Jill Patterson, RDN are hosting “Stress Management: A Proactive Approach,” an online workshop on…
Progress coming along on Steele Center project off Farmington Avenue in Berlin Posted: 28 October 2021 [09:37 AM] BERLIN - Progress is coming along on the 80,000 sq. ft. Steele Center project off Farmington Avenue, a mixed-use development that…
Wednesday 10/27/2021
Roundup: New Britain girls volleyball take win on Senior Night Posted: 27 October 2021 [09:37 PM] Staff Report NEW BRITAIN – New Britain girls volleyball beat East Hartford Wednesday night, winning 3-1. The Hurricanes won the first set…
Berlin welcomes another new business to Farmington Avenue, Fitness By Design training studio Posted: 27 October 2021 [05:41 PM] BERLIN – Newport Realty Group added yet another business to its flourishing building on Farmington Ave. Tony Valenti and Mark Lovley…
Berlin and Newington area realtor named Connecticut's Realtor of the Year Posted: 27 October 2021 [01:51 PM] Berlin and Newington area realtor Joanne Breen recently accepted the distinguished honor of becoming Connecticut’s Realtor of the Year. The CT…
Tuesday 10/26/2021
Nursing shortage is impacting Berlin, which is looking to fill several positions Posted: 26 October 2021 [11:13 AM] BERLIN - A globe-wide nursing shortage appears to be having local impacts. The Town of Berlin in conjunction with the Berlin…
Monday 10/25/2021
Select Physical Therapy relocates to new location in Berlin; work includes student-athletes recovering from covid Posted: 25 October 2021 [04:13 PM] BERLIN – Select Physical Therapy has relocated to a new central location in town. “I’m super excited about this location, our…
Friday 10/22/2021
Berlin library hosting virtual events, one with author who brought Barney & Friends to PBS and UConn women's basketball to TV Posted: 22 October 2021 [11:48 AM] BERLIN – The Berlin-Peck Memorial Library is hosting two virtual events next week. For land and gardening lovers, Monday at 6:30…
Thursday 10/21/2021
Berlin school grounds closed to visitors for homecoming weekend Posted: 21 October 2021 [04:02 PM] BERLIN - It’s homecoming weekend and school grounds will be closed to visitors Saturday evening. Berlin High School’s track and field…
Wednesday 10/20/2021
Berlin finalizing proposed leash law for dogs, seeking residents' input Posted: 20 October 2021 [04:04 PM] BERLIN - The town is finalizing an ordinance to dictate where and when dogs should be leashed, and is seeking residents’…
Berlin updates covid-19 policies, including town staff no longer need to quarantine after traveling out of state Posted: 20 October 2021 [02:10 PM] BERLIN - Unvaccinated town employees who travel out of state are now recommended – not required – to quarantine upon their…
Monday 10/18/2021
Saint Paul's in Kensington growing in not only enrollment, but with robotics club, theatre program, makerspace Posted: 18 October 2021 [04:38 PM] BERLIN - School families, teachers and staff are proud to say the Saint Paul’s community is growing in more ways than…
Thursday 10/14/2021
Lots of spooky fun to be had for families in Berlin, beginning with Pumpkin Palooza Posted: 14 October 2021 [03:16 PM] BERLIN - There is lots of spooky fun for families in town leading up to Halloween this year. It all begins…
Wednesday 10/13/2021
New Britain natives, Berlin residents honored for service during Golden Kielbasa Veterans Open Posted: 13 October 2021 [02:26 PM] GOLDEN KIELBASA VETERANS OPEN FARMINGTON – As the deafening shouts of “Hooyah!” and “Oorah!” filled the Tunxis Plantation Country Club Pavilion last…
Tuesday 10/12/2021
Town and City Clerk Bernacki accepts special honor for service, hard work Posted: 12 October 2021 [05:17 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Town and City Clerk Mark Bernacki accepted a special honor for his professional service and hard work. The…
Wednesday 10/06/2021
Next chief of police at Berlin Police Department announced Posted: 06 October 2021 [02:14 PM] BERLIN – The local police commission has announced the next chief who will lead the Berlin Police Department. Matthew McNally IV…
Friday 10/01/2021
New Berlin business opens, sells wide variety of furniture Posted: 01 October 2021 [04:01 PM] BERLIN – Town of Berlin welcomed a new business, Bungalow on the Ave., Thursday with a ribbon cutting. “Welcome we’re glad…
Thursday 09/30/2021
Central Connecticut Health District urging Newington, Berlin residents to get flu shot Posted: 30 September 2021 [05:51 PM] It’s just about that time to get the other vaccine - the one that prevents the familiar virus we know as…
Berlin Public Works announces fall leaf collection schedule Posted: 30 September 2021 [02:15 PM] BERLIN - Trees have begun their yearly shedding process and town staff are prepared to help residents respond accordingly. Berlin Public…
Berlin specialty shop hosting grand reopening, fall harvest party Posted: 30 September 2021 [02:13 PM] BERLIN - A local specialty shop is inviting people to stop by on an upcoming evening to celebrate fall and their…