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Friday 03/27/2020
Entire Newington Town Crier newspaper can be viewed online Posted: 27 March 2020 [10:08 AM] STAFF REPORT Because of the difficulties in printing and distribution caused by the coronavirus pandemic, our sister publication, the Newington Town Crier,…
Thursday 03/26/2020
Newington shuts down access to playgrounds, athletic areas, more Posted: 26 March 2020 [02:40 PM] NEWINGTON – If you have plans for a friendly game of soccer at Clem Lemire Recreation Area tomorrow, consider them canceled.…
Newington kicking off Kindness Counts program early to highlight community's best during tough time Posted: 26 March 2020 [02:17 PM] NEWINGTON – Selflessness is about to be celebrated, at a time when it means the most. Newington Parks and Recreation is…
Wednesday 03/25/2020
Connecticut Humane Society temporarily suspends pet adoption, intake due to COVID-19 Posted: 25 March 2020 [04:50 PM] The Connecticut Humane Society has temporarily suspended pet intake and adoptions due to COVID-19. The state’s leading animal welfare organization, CHS…
Two Newington residents have died from coronavirus, officials ramping up protective measures Posted: 25 March 2020 [03:20 PM] NEWINGTON – Town officials are ramping up measures against the spread of COVID-19 after two residents succumbed to their battles with…
Newington town manager proposes cut in taxes for residents Posted: 25 March 2020 [12:24 PM] NEWINGTON – Newington’s town manager is urging elected officials to adopt a budget that would keep spending to a bare minimum…
Tuesday 03/24/2020
Newington making sure everyone who needs a meal is getting one Posted: 24 March 2020 [05:05 PM] NEWINGTON – Despite the town being under a shutdown right now, meals are going out in all directions. Newington Human Services…
Newington students, staff adjusting well to online learning model, still hopeful for graduation ceremony Posted: 24 March 2020 [04:53 PM] NEWINGTON – Students and staff are adjusting well to school outside of school. After the COVID-19 outbreak worsened and the…
Sunday 03/22/2020
New Britain has second COVID-19 positive; Newington's 4 lead area communities Posted: 22 March 2020 [08:39 PM] At least a dozen area residents have tested positive for COVID-19, according to the latest data released by state health officials…
Friday 03/20/2020
Newington manager's budget would decrease mill rate by 0.8 percent Posted: 20 March 2020 [12:17 PM] NEWINGTON - The town’s latest budget proposal would lower the tax rate slightly if it moves forward. Town Manager Keith…
Newington middle schools produce several winners at Connecticut Invention Convention Posted: 20 March 2020 [12:14 PM] NEWINGTON - Kids as young as 11 demonstrated their imagination and innovation during the Connecticut Invention Convention. Newington students from John…
Thursday 03/19/2020
Anna Reynolds School families, staff clear hurdle for much-needed renovations Posted: 19 March 2020 [12:10 PM] NEWINGTON - Anna Reynolds School families and staff jumped another hurdle in their effort to get the school building renovated. To…
Coronavirus restrictions impacting daily life in Newington Posted: 19 March 2020 [12:06 PM] NEWINGTON – The town went into overdrive and shut down at virtually the same time over the past week. Newington joined…
Friday 03/13/2020
Newington teen identified as victim in fatal shooting in Hartford Posted: 13 March 2020 [04:23 PM] HARTFORD – A 16-year-old Newington resident was identified by Hartford police as a victim in fatal shooting in Hartford on Thursday.…
Lucy Robbins Welles Library names new head of children's services Posted: 13 March 2020 [11:51 AM] NEWINGTON – Meet the new Head of Children’s Services at the Lucy Robbins Welles Library: Bailey Francis. Francis, who started…
Life-long lover of animals named executive director at CT Humane Society Posted: 13 March 2020 [11:45 AM] NEWINGTON – James Bias, the new executive director at the CT Humane Society, is a life-long lover of animals who…
Thursday 03/12/2020
Newington schools closing due to coronavirus Posted: 12 March 2020 [06:44 PM] Newington Public Schools announced that all schools will be closed effective March 13 until further notice. Maureen Brummett, superintendent of schools,…
Nursing homes, senior facilities brace themselves as coronavirus concerns widen Posted: 12 March 2020 [01:43 PM] While COVID-19 has made health and safety a top priority for everyone right now, older adults and the organizations that serve…
Wednesday 03/11/2020
Hartford HealthCare develops drive-thru COVID-19 testing, tele-health services Posted: 11 March 2020 [09:01 PM] Efforts to combat coronavirus are advancing at Hartford HealthCare, which is spearheading programs for drive-thru testing and virtual health care by…
Newington hunkers down to protect its residents Posted: 11 March 2020 [06:59 PM] NEWINGTON - Town officials are taking concrete steps against the spread of COVID-19, as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
Monday 03/09/2020
Two Newington teens arrested for allegedly breaking into cars in area of Westchester Apartments Posted: 09 March 2020 [12:23 PM] NEWINGTON – Two 18-year-old residents were arrested for allegedly attempting to break into cars in the area of the Westchester Apartments…
Bristol man arrested after allegedly cashing fraudulent checks in Newington, Berlin Posted: 09 March 2020 [12:17 PM] NEWINGTON – A homeless man out of Bristol was arrested last month after allegedly cashing fraudulent checks in Newington, Berlin and…
Sunday 03/08/2020
This week's meetings Posted: 08 March 2020 [08:36 PM] NEW BRITAIN Wednesday, March 11 Common Council, 7 p.m., Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, 27 West Main St. BERLIN Monday, March 9…
Thursday 03/05/2020
Plainville man arrested after car chase in New Britain with car reported stolen out of Newington Posted: 05 March 2020 [10:55 AM] NEW BRITAIN – A Plainville man accused of driving a stolen car away from police was arrested recently. Shamar Peay, 20,…
Monday 03/02/2020
Despite limited snowfall, 10 inches below average in February, warmer temperatures, no fear of drought Posted: 02 March 2020 [03:49 PM] Despite warmer-than-average temperatures and a lack of snow since the start of 2020, the outlook for agriculture in central Connecticut this…
Sunday 03/01/2020
New Britain-based foundation to award over $280K in scholarships this year Posted: 01 March 2020 [07:42 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Over $280,000 in scholarships is available through the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain and students are encouraged…
'Give more than you get and you will be much happier': Rosa is Newington's Volunteer of the Year Posted: 01 March 2020 [06:26 PM] NEWINGTON - The town’s 2019 Volunteer of the Year is a man with local, national and global reach. The Town…
Thursday 02/27/2020
Anna Reynolds School in disrepair, families say, pleading with Town Council to help Posted: 27 February 2020 [08:36 PM] NEWINGTON - Anna Reynolds School families stormed the house at the last Town Council meeting, demanding elected officials do something about…
Newington's tax base shows growth in all areas Posted: 27 February 2020 [11:15 AM] NEWINGTON – The town’s tax base is showing growth in all areas. The 2019 Net Grand List totaled $2.65 billion,…
Monday 02/24/2020
Suspect who used gun in Walmart robbery gets 4 years in prison Posted: 24 February 2020 [09:19 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A Tolland man was sentenced to several years in prison after being found guilty of stealing a Playstation…
Sunday 02/23/2020
Two anniversaries are marked at Newington's Iwo Jima Memorial Posted: 23 February 2020 [08:00 PM] This past weekend saw a gathering of hundreds at the only Iwo Jima Memorial in the U.S. built by survivors, to…
Newington agents offer updates on travel regulations and safety Posted: 23 February 2020 [07:40 PM] NEWINGTON - Agents at French’s Worldwide Travel have the inside scoop on the latest federal regulations and safety concerns for travelers.…
Thursday 02/20/2020
Newington Public Schools embracing Social-Emotional Learning concept Posted: 20 February 2020 [08:38 PM] NEWINGTON - Schools in town are striving to be “ahead of the curve” in teaching self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills…
Newington Rotary gets behind campaign to end sex trafficking Posted: 20 February 2020 [06:15 PM] State legislators, Newington High School students, Rotarians and librarians: Countless hands bore a bright red ‘X’ on Feb. 13, joining a…
Tuesday 02/18/2020
Newington man charged in Southington sexual assault considering plea deal Posted: 18 February 2020 [05:32 PM] SOUTHINGTON - A Newington man charged in a Southington sexual assault is mulling over a plea bargain that could send him…
Monday 02/17/2020
Iwo Jima survivor to speak at ceremonies marking battle's 75th anniversary Posted: 17 February 2020 [08:07 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Iwo Jima survivor Joe Caminiti will be a guest speaker at the Iwo Jima Memorial in New Britain…
Maureen Fernandes to lead Newington contingent in St. Patrick's Day Parade Posted: 17 February 2020 [04:01 PM] NEWINGTON - Leading the town’s contingent in the 2020 Greater Hartford St. Patrick’s Day Parade are two people who represent the…
Thursday 02/13/2020
Newington superintendent of schools seeks 3.5% increase in budget Posted: 13 February 2020 [08:31 PM] NEWINGTON - Superintendent of Schools Maureen Brummett’s 2020-21 budget proposal represents a 3.5 percent increase over current spending. Brummett presented her…
Newington eager to get rolling on road project Posted: 13 February 2020 [08:27 PM] NEWINGTON - The ultimate goal of a fully funded roadway project expected to take place later this year is to improve…
Comedy show to cap off Newington Chamber of Commerce's busy February Posted: 13 February 2020 [06:34 PM] NEWINGTON - Business at the Newington Chamber of Commerce is booming, blooming and charming, with ongoing activities and events. The “14…
Wednesday 02/12/2020
Learn to read genealogical records in Polish and Russian in series of classes in Newington Posted: 12 February 2020 [02:29 PM] NEW BRITAIN - With the rise in popularity of tracing family history, the Polish Genealogical Society of Connecticut and the Northeast…
Tuesday 02/11/2020
Minor injuries reported in accidents in Newington, Berlin Posted: 11 February 2020 [08:47 PM] Injuries were suffered in two accidents in area towns Tuesday, according to police. In Newington, around 4 p.m., an accident at…
Newington students moved by former NBA player Chris Herren's story Posted: 11 February 2020 [08:30 PM] NEWINGTON - A former NBA player is inspiring local teens to steer clear of the same harrowing path his life took.…
Monday 02/10/2020
Time and memory converge and collide on the Road to Aracea at Hole in the Wall Theater Posted: 10 February 2020 [08:44 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Hole in the Wall Theater presents The Road to Aracea, a play that explores time’s relation to memory.…
Newington police implementing Project Lifesaver tracking program Posted: 10 February 2020 [08:11 PM] NEWINGTON - If you have a child or another family member known to wander, their being in danger is a constant…
Sunday 02/09/2020
Looking ahead, Newington is prioritizing buildings for future projects Posted: 09 February 2020 [09:18 PM] NEWINGTON - The new Town Hall and Community Center is set for completion in July, prompting the question “What’s next?” Elected…
Friday 02/07/2020
Newington library kicks off Winter Reading Program Posted: 07 February 2020 [04:10 PM] NEWINGTON – Winter is a good time to get lost among the pages of a book. Or lots of books,…
Tuesday 02/04/2020
Newington residents let their legislators know what needs to be addressed in short session Posted: 04 February 2020 [08:55 PM] NEWINGTON - Health care and education are important to residents, legislators learned at a recent meeting. State Reps. Gary Turco,…
Monday 02/03/2020
'Monkey' business booming in Newington Posted: 03 February 2020 [07:46 PM] NEWINGTON - When the Flying Monkey boarded the next plane out of Hartford back in November, owner Junior Baez wasn’t sure…