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Friday 01/21/2022
Man awaiting trial in connection with cult killing dies after contracting covid-19 Posted: 21 January 2022 [02:27 PM] NEW BRITAIN – A man who was expected to go to trial in connection with a murder tied to an area…
Meriden man charged in knifepoint robbery in Southington; suspect in area burglaries Posted: 21 January 2022 [12:36 PM] SOUTHINGTON – Police on Thursday charged a Meriden man in connection with a knifepoint robbery in Southington. According to Southington police,…
Southington police blotter Posted: 21 January 2022 [09:54 AM] Southington police report the following: Alex Tsiongas, 26, of 135 Village St., Bristol, was charged Jan. 12 with conspiracy to commit sixth…
Thursday 01/20/2022
Messy commute causes few issues for motorists in area towns Posted: 20 January 2022 [02:56 PM] A snowstorm that dropped an inch or two in the Central Connecticut region caused few issues for motorists on area roads…
Southington police blotter Posted: 20 January 2022 [09:59 AM] Southington police report the following: Peter Carragher, 27, of 12 Trolley Crossing Lane, Middletown, was charged Jan. 4 with second degree burglary,…
Wednesday 01/19/2022
Southington man sentenced to prison after almost hitting two pedestrians, threatened to shoot multiple people Posted: 19 January 2022 [04:40 PM] A Southington man has been sentenced to four months in prison after police said he almost struck two pedestrians and threatened…
Bristol Police Commission recognize several officers, Central Regional Emergency Response Team Posted: 19 January 2022 [03:12 PM] BRISTOL – The Bristol Police Commission recognized several officers Tuesday evening, among them Bristol officers with the Central Regional Emergency Response…
Nonprofit offering support, comfort to those who have lost a loved one to addiction Posted: 19 January 2022 [09:26 AM] SOUTHINGTON – Area nonprofit organization TriCircle Inc. has been offering support and comfort to those who have lost a loved one…
Tuesday 01/18/2022
Car evading police during chase crashes onto front porch of Southington home Posted: 18 January 2022 [12:45 PM] SOUTHINGTON – A car that ended up on the front porch of a local home on Monday started with a…
Southington superintendent of schools proposes 4.12% increase to town's education budget Posted: 18 January 2022 [10:53 AM] SOUTHINGTON – Superintendent of Schools Steve Madancy has proposed a 4.12% increase to the town’s education budget this year. Madancy announced…
Woman assaulted, robbed outside Bed, Bath and Beyond on Queen Street in Southington Posted: 18 January 2022 [10:25 AM] SOUTHINGTON – Police are asking for information from the public after a woman was assaulted and robbed on Sunday outside a…
Monday 01/17/2022
Southington man pleads guilty to child porn possession Posted: 17 January 2022 [04:07 PM] SOUTHINGTON - A Southington man has pleaded guilty to possessing child pornography. Rickey Frotten, 37, struck a plea deal last week…
Motorist crashes into home in Southington Posted: 17 January 2022 [03:46 PM] SOUTHINGTON – A car crashed into the porch of a local home on Monday. The accident occurred at 21 Hemlock Road,…
Friday 01/14/2022
New Britain man pleads not guilty to Southington carjacking Posted: 14 January 2022 [02:09 PM] SOUTHINGTON – A New Britain man has pleaded not guilty in a carjacking reported in Southington. Christian Velez, 24, entered his…
Thursday 01/13/2022
American Savings Foundation slated to give away record $825K to deserving local students this year Posted: 13 January 2022 [02:23 PM] NEW BRITAIN – College is not getting any cheaper, but one local organization is slated to give away a record total…
Couple opens new sushi restaurant on Queen Street in Southington Posted: 13 January 2022 [02:03 PM] SOUTHINGTON – A new sushi restaurant, Gohan Sushi, has opened on Queen Street, offering traditional Japanese sushi rolls. Gohan Sushi, located…
Note reading 'shooting on Thursday' found at Southington High School results in increased police presence Posted: 13 January 2022 [01:37 PM] | @NewBritHerald SOUTHINGTON – Police had an increased presence at Southington High School Thursday after a message threatening a shooting was…
Tuesday 01/11/2022
Safety forum saw residents voice concerns on a variety of subjects Posted: 11 January 2022 [01:01 PM] SOUTHINGTON – Saturday's community and school safety forum saw residents voice concerns on a variety of subjects according to Town Councilor…
Southington Sons of Italy presents Brotherhood Award, elects new officers Posted: 11 January 2022 [12:00 PM] SOUTHINGTON – The Southington Sons of Italy has elected its new officers Saturday and presented Robert Triano with its “Brotherhood Award.”…
Southington police blotter Posted: 11 January 2022 [10:33 AM] Southington police report the following: David Badgley, 31, of 450 West St., was charged Dec. 31 with disorderly conduct. Tracy…
Monday 01/10/2022
Southington man who nearly struck two pedestrians, threatened to commit shooting could face sentencing soon Posted: 10 January 2022 [03:17 PM] A Southington man who police say nearly struck two pedestrians and threatened to shoot multiple people in an apartment complex could…
Southington man who took plea deal nearly a year ago in connection with officer-involved assault in Bristol, probation violation yet to face sentencing Posted: 10 January 2022 [02:20 PM] BRISTOL -- A Southington man who took a plea deal nearly a year ago, admitting to violating his probation for a…
Southington police blotter Posted: 10 January 2022 [09:45 AM] Southington police report the following: Jayana Wade, 20, of 1633 N. Main St., Waterbury, was charged Dec. 30 with credit card theft…
Friday 01/07/2022
Southington police looking for assistant animal control officer Posted: 07 January 2022 [02:08 PM] SOUTHINGTON – Police are looking for a new Assistant Animal Control Officer. The process to fill the vacancy began Thursday,…
Students from Southington and Plantsville who made UConn's 2021 Fall Dean's List Posted: 07 January 2022 [08:57 AM] UCONN Students from Southington and Plantsville who made UConn’s 2021 Fall Dean’s List: Pio Castellano Ryan Catlin Myles Colon Carlie Defelice Emily…
Thursday 01/06/2022
Community Foundation launches series of programs to support local non-profits, business owners Posted: 06 January 2022 [01:50 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain will launch a series of new programs in 2022 to support…
Scam claiming to sell T-shirts from fire department reported in Southington Posted: 06 January 2022 [01:15 PM] SOUTHINGTON – A scam reported at other area fire departments – including in Terryville – has now affected Southington. Southington firefighters…
Wednesday 01/05/2022
Freezing rain causes more than 150 car accidents collectively in Bristol, New Britain; schools close Posted: 05 January 2022 [03:29 PM] An ice storm without much warning caused chaos on local roads Wednesday morning, leading to numerous crashes. Cities like Bristol and…
Pfizer, Moderna covid vaccines will be available at Plainville, Southington senior centers Posted: 05 January 2022 [12:43 PM] PLAINVILLE – The Plainville-Southington Regional Health District is organizing vaccine clinics at senior centers in Plainville and Southington on Jan. 12.…
Tuesday 01/04/2022
New Britain man accused of carjacking Southington resident Posted: 04 January 2022 [02:14 PM] SOUTHINGTON – A New Britain man faces felony charges for allegedly carjacking someone in Southington. Christian Velez, 24, allegedly left a…
Main Street Community Foundation accepting grant applications from Southington nonprofit organizations Posted: 04 January 2022 [11:31 AM] SOUTHINGTON – The Main Street Community Foundation is accepting grant applications from Southington nonprofit organizations through Jan. 28. Samantha Rajotte, Scholarship…
Southington town councilor organizing community forum for residents to share concerns about school safety, more Posted: 04 January 2022 [09:25 AM] SOUTHINGTON – Town Councilor Jack Perry will be organizing a community forum for residents to share their concerns regarding public and…
Monday 01/03/2022
Southington woman pleads not guilty to intentionally running down man on I-84 with car Posted: 03 January 2022 [02:48 PM] SOUTHINGTON – A local woman has pleaded not guilty to a felony charge connected to the allegation that she intentionally ran…
Sunday 01/02/2022
Southington to give out test kits Monday evening Posted: 02 January 2022 [06:10 PM] SOUTHINGTON – Covid-19 testing kits will be distributed Monday evening, town officials announced. The distribution is set to take place at…
Thursday 12/30/2021
State's positivity rate surpasses 20%, with entire area remaining in Red Alert; 83 new coronavirus deaths reported Posted: 30 December 2021 [03:30 PM] STAFF REPORT The state’s positivity rate surpassed 20%, while 83 coronavirus-associated deaths were reported over the past week, according to health officials.…
Area cities, towns postpone planned covid-19 test kit giveaways, still waiting to receive shipments Posted: 30 December 2021 [02:06 PM] @NewBritHerald As New Year's weekend approaches, towns and cities across the region are anxiously awaiting the arrival of covid-19 test kits…
Wednesday 12/29/2021
TOP STORIES OF THE YEAR: Newsmaking breaking news and crime stories of 2021 Posted: 29 December 2021 [10:25 AM] Though the covid-19 pandemic remained the dominant news story nationally and locally in 2021, the area also saw a number of…
Tuesday 12/28/2021
Southington town leaders, residents welcome home local youth who has been battling a brain tumor Posted: 28 December 2021 [01:16 PM] SOUTHINGTON – Town leaders and residents turned out in droves on Christmas Eve to welcome Ben Marek, a local 11-year-old who…
Southington to distribute free covid self-test kits to residents this week Posted: 28 December 2021 [11:39 AM] TOWN OF SOUTHINGTON SOUTHINGTON – The Town of Southington will be giving out free covid self-test kits to Southington residents this Thursday…
Looking for ways to celebrate New Year's? Here are events for both families and adults in area Posted: 28 December 2021 [10:23 AM] Area residents and families will have the opportunity to choose from a variety of events at local businesses and social clubs…
Monday 12/27/2021
Teams have been chosen for annual Sloper Plunge, which raises money so families in need can send children to camp Posted: 27 December 2021 [02:00 PM] SOUTHINGTON – Teams are forming for the 17th annual Sloper Plunge, which will see groups leaping into the chilly waters of…
Thursday 12/23/2021
Bristol woman who police say overdosed while caring for young children in Southington Walmart sentenced Posted: 23 December 2021 [11:43 AM] A Bristol woman has been sentenced to probation after police say she overdosed on heroin in a public restroom while she…
Southington police blotter Posted: 23 December 2021 [10:04 AM] Southington police report the following: Alexander Bajram, 19, of 65 Wheeler Village Road, was charged Dec. 9 with two counts of third…
Wednesday 12/22/2021
Posted: 22 December 2021 [10:03 AM] Southington police report the following: William Savage, 42, of 7 Upson St., Bristol, was charged Dec. 6 with disorderly conduct and two counts of violation of a protective order. Erjon Domi, 30, of 25 Darling St., was charged Dec.…
Monday 12/20/2021
Southington police attempting to ID theft suspects Posted: 20 December 2021 [03:36 PM] SOUTHINGTON – Police are attempting to identify two suspects in a local theft. Local police on Monday released photos of the…
TOP STORIES OF THE YEAR: Southington's newsmaking stories of 2021 Posted: 20 December 2021 [10:37 AM] SOUTHINGTON – From a new superintendent to a changing town landscape, 2021 proved an eventful year for the Town of Southington.…
Southington police blotter Posted: 20 December 2021 [10:08 AM] Southington police report the following: James Gavin Jr., 58, of 67 Wood Road, New Britain, was charged Dec. 4 with violation of…
Sunday 12/19/2021
Southington man arrested in multi-agency crime spree investigation Posted: 19 December 2021 [10:03 AM] NEW BRITAIN – Connecticut State Police reported a man wanted in crimes across the state was apprehended by a multi-agency operation…
Friday 12/17/2021
Southington man charged in burglary, pedestrian incident could be granted diversionary program next month Posted: 17 December 2021 [05:30 PM] SOUTHINGTON -- A local man, charged in two separate incidents involving a burglary that prompted a SWAT response and a dispute…