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Thursday 05/16/2019
Lecture in Newington will bring alive WWII stories Posted: 16 May 2019 [05:58 PM] Bristol Press and New Britain Herald editor Aaron Elson has spent the last 32 years immersed in World War II history,…
Wednesday 05/15/2019
Newington students visit nation's capital Posted: 15 May 2019 [09:29 PM] NEWINGTON - Eighth-graders in town are seeing our nation’s capitol this spring for the last time, after a decision was made…
Friday 05/10/2019
Sports Roundup: Newington boys volleyball sweeps Glastonbury in tune-up for big closing week Posted: 10 May 2019 [09:44 PM] NEWINGTON - In its last tune-up before taking on a two-time defending Massachusetts state champion in Westfield on Monday, the Newington…
Thursday 05/09/2019
Forum in Newington Monday to tackle juvenile crime issues Posted: 09 May 2019 [09:08 PM] NEWINGTON - Should robbers, murderers and other criminals be treated leniently by Connecticut’s courts if they are under 18 years old?…
More than 50 YWCA Women in Leadership honored at luncheon Posted: 09 May 2019 [09:02 PM] More than 50 Central Connecticut women were honored Thursday afternoon at the YWCA Women in Leadership luncheon at the Aqua Turf…
Wednesday 05/08/2019
Popular Newington 5K race returns for 23rd year Posted: 08 May 2019 [09:01 PM] NEWINGTON - During each running season, one race has remained popular year after year. The Newington Library 5K Road Race…
Thursday 05/02/2019
Two held in failed theft at Newington Walmart Posted: 02 May 2019 [09:04 PM] NEWINGTON - It was game over for a Tolland man and a Willington woman after a failed attempt to steal and…
Wednesday 05/01/2019
Plainville's Brummett leaves to become superintendent of schools in Newington Posted: 01 May 2019 [09:22 PM] PLAINVILLE - Superintendent of Schools Maureen Brummett is leaving to head the public schools in her native Newington. She…
Tuesday 04/30/2019
Suspect wanted by Stratford police busted in Newington Posted: 30 April 2019 [08:32 PM] NEWINGTON – A Farmington man wanted for first-degree assault by the Stratford Police Department was taken into custody by Newington police…
Quality detailing is Skibo Services' specialty Posted: 30 April 2019 [08:21 PM] NEWINGTON - If you take pride in your ride, then a visit to Skibo Services at 63 Stoddard Ave. is a must.…
Monday 04/29/2019
Animal advocates warn pet owners of possible vet care tax Posted: 29 April 2019 [08:49 PM] NEWINGTON - Most people agree that items like alcohol and cigarettes should be taxed, but pet health care? That’s another case.…
Newington police: Elderly woman hits gas instead of brake, crashes into garage Posted: 29 April 2019 [07:56 PM] NEWINGTON - An 83-year-old woman was transported to the hospital Monday afternoon after she lost control of her car and hit…
Newington manufacturer celebrates Earth Day with cleanup Posted: 29 April 2019 [07:46 PM] NEWINGTON - Sporting T-shirts specially designed for the occasion, Keeney Manufacturing employees cleaned up the town the last two weeks.…
Friday 04/26/2019
$123.7M Newington budget OK'd, raising mill rate to 39.45 Posted: 26 April 2019 [08:02 PM] NEWINGTON - A dull budget season is a good budget season. That’s what the Newington Town Council heard after passing…
Wednesday 04/24/2019
Woman opens salon in Newington with eye-catching beauty services Posted: 24 April 2019 [07:54 PM] NEWINGTON - Eye-catching eyelashes and empowerment can be found here. Newington native Christina Petillo, 23, just celebrated the opening of…
Tuesday 04/23/2019
Newington police investigate fight that left two people with stab wounds Posted: 23 April 2019 [07:33 PM] NEWINGTON - A fight in the parking lot of Plaza Azteca just before 2 a.m. Saturday morning left two people with…
Monday 04/22/2019
Military Whist at Newington High School April 25 Posted: 22 April 2019 [08:21 PM] NEWINGTON - Card players - come one, come all. If you wish for a whist, there is one set for…
Sunday 04/21/2019
French's Worldwide Travel finds the coolest destinations Posted: 21 April 2019 [08:54 PM] NEWINGTON - These days at French’s Worldwide Travel, the team is sending folks to places as exotic as Antarctica - in…
Saturday 04/20/2019
Two stabbed in Newington, police say Posted: 20 April 2019 [09:26 PM] NEWINGTON - Two people suffered severe but not life-threatening injuries during a stabbing early Saturday morning in the Plaza Azteca, according…
Wednesday 04/17/2019
Newington man rejects plea deal in double-fatal crash Posted: 17 April 2019 [01:02 PM] HARTFORD - A Connecticut man facing manslaughter and assault charges in connection with a car crash that left two Canadian visitors dead…
Monday 04/15/2019
Sports Roundup: Berlin girls golf endures poor weather conditions, still earns first win of season Posted: 15 April 2019 [08:34 PM] BERLIN - The Berlin girls golf team was welcomed into its new season with gusty winds and chilling rain at Timberline…
Newington woman works the beats - her way Posted: 15 April 2019 [08:27 PM] NEWINGTON - Rebel, rapper and entrepreneur: Samantha Simard is making it her own way. The 21-year-old Newington resident goes by the…
Sunday 04/14/2019
Plague puzzle highlights health district Game Night in Newington Posted: 14 April 2019 [09:32 PM] A health-minded team escaped the ancient terror of the black plague in a record 16 minutes and 44 seconds during the…
Friday 04/12/2019
Stop & Shop strike enters second day Posted: 12 April 2019 [08:30 PM] On Friday, Stop & Shop employees across New England hit the picket line for the second day calling for a new contract…
Thursday 04/11/2019
Easter egg hunt Sunday at Newington rehab center Posted: 11 April 2019 [08:45 PM] NEWINGTON - Kids, get ready to start hunting for Easter eggs. The candy-filled treats were stuffed by the hundreds at Bel-Air…
Newington to host state's first water lantern festival Saturday Posted: 11 April 2019 [08:40 PM] NEWINGTON - A nationwide movement is making its first visit to Connecticut in Newington this weekend. The Hartford Water Lantern…
Wednesday 04/10/2019
Two speak at final hearing on Newington town budget Posted: 10 April 2019 [08:59 PM] NEWINGTON - About a dozen people showed up for the final public hearing on the town’s 2019-20 budget, and two spoke…
Tuesday 04/09/2019
Wellness Wednesdays return to Newington Posted: 09 April 2019 [07:29 PM] NEWINGTON -Wellness Wednesdays are back. This April, May and June local residents are invited to take part in three informative and…
Monday 04/08/2019
Wheel thieves are a problem in area towns including Newington, New Britain Posted: 08 April 2019 [08:53 PM] NEWINGTON - It can happen in the still of the night or the early hours of the morning. There has been…
Wednesday 04/03/2019
Newington mulls moratorium on development of affordable housing Posted: 03 April 2019 [09:02 PM] NEWINGTON - State statutes say the town needs more affordable housing, but local officials are considering how to sidestep development for…
Tuesday 04/02/2019
Farmers Insurance in Newington has got you covered Posted: 02 April 2019 [06:35 PM] NEWINGTON - Looking to absolve your worries when it comes to protecting your car, home and personal property? Then look no further…
Taylor Therapy in Newington treats the whole person Posted: 02 April 2019 [06:34 PM] NEWINGTON - Personalized care using a whole person approach and one-on-one individualized therapy is what you can expect when you make an…
Friday 03/29/2019
Newington police arrest Bristol man for incident with gun at Grantmoor Motor Lodge Posted: 29 March 2019 [08:09 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A Bristol man was arrested in Newington after a dispute involving a gun with a woman at the…
Wednesday 03/27/2019
Newington basketball game to fund scholarship honoring slain officer Posted: 27 March 2019 [08:50 PM] NEWINGTON - Ciara McDermott enjoyed art and poetry, but was never really into sports. Her former colleagues, family and friends laugh…
Sunday 03/24/2019
Townwide cleanup scheduled in Newington Posted: 24 March 2019 [09:17 PM] NEWINGTON – As the crocuses start popping their heads through the ground this spring, they don’t want to see trash on…
Thursday 03/21/2019
Newington town manager proposes 4.7% bigger budget Posted: 21 March 2019 [08:13 PM] NEWINGTON - The Town Council is considering a 4.7 percent increase in current spending, as proposed in the town manager’s 2019-20…
Wednesday 03/20/2019
Newington woman charged with animal cruelty, possession of rare crocodile monitor Posted: 20 March 2019 [09:11 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A Newington woman was arrested Tuesday in connection with the discovery in June of a crocodile monitor…
Tuesday 03/19/2019
People suffering from chronic disease can participate in new workshop series Posted: 19 March 2019 [07:54 PM] NEWINGTON – Local residents living with chronic disease are being presented a unique opportunity to improve their wellbeing. The Central…
Friday 03/15/2019
Volunteer of Year title goes to Newington lawyer Mason Posted: 15 March 2019 [08:23 PM] NEWINGTON - An attorney, a family man and a coach, Kevin Mason was honored by local elected officials recently. At…
Thursday 03/14/2019
Newington forum examines human trafficking Posted: 14 March 2019 [09:49 PM] NEWINGTON - In a town that is home to a highway infamous for sex trafficking, residents are stepping up to combat…
Wednesday 03/13/2019
Newington's Broadway star returns to guide NHS's 'Les Miserables' Posted: 13 March 2019 [09:04 PM] NEWINGTON - Broadway star Richard Vida has returned to his hometown to help teens tackle one of his most famous shows.…
Tuesday 03/12/2019
Modern Edge Salon: Cutting-edge hair styling Posted: 12 March 2019 [08:59 PM] NEWINGTON - Modern Edge Salon LLC goes out of its way to exceed customers’ expectations, from styling hair to the custom…
Thursday 03/07/2019
Newington sex offender likely to spend 10 years in prison Posted: 07 March 2019 [08:38 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A Newington man accepted a plea deal in New Britain Superior Court Thursday after pleading guilty to sexual…
Newington State of the Town crowd leaves with upbeat views, full bellies Posted: 07 March 2019 [08:29 PM] NEWINGTON - Close to 70 people enjoyed a breakfast cooked by Newington High School’s Culinary Academy, along with the State of…
Wednesday 03/06/2019
Southington rape suspect must stay away from accuser Posted: 06 March 2019 [08:05 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A Southington man accused of sexual assault was ordered Tuesday to have no contact with his alleged victim.…
Tuesday 03/05/2019
Plan your dream vacation with French's Travel in Newington Posted: 05 March 2019 [07:19 PM] NEWINGTON - Dreaming of sunnier skies? French’s Worldwide Travel can help make that dream a reality with affordable packages to sunny…
Monday 03/04/2019
Isha Foundation workshop brings new meaning to yoga, meditation Posted: 04 March 2019 [07:53 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Several dozen people experienced a life-changing practice from the Eastern side of the globe at the Grand Alure…
Sunday 03/03/2019
Girl Scout cookie season is here Posted: 03 March 2019 [05:55 PM] Break out your wallets. Girl Scout cookie season is upon us. This month, around 2 million cookies will be trucked to the…
Thursday 02/28/2019
Woman, who was acting suspiciously in Newington, arrested after crash involving police officer Posted: 28 February 2019 [02:20 PM] WETHERSFIELD - Police have arrested a woman involved in a crash in Connecticut that left a police officer injured. The crash happened…