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Monday 11/11/2019
Newington pays tribute to those who serve on Veterans Day Posted: 11 November 2019 [04:33 PM] NEWINGTON - Home to one of Connecticut’s two VA Medical Centers, with close to a dozen organizations serving military families, this…
Your CBD Store is coming to Newington Posted: 11 November 2019 [03:41 PM] NEWINGTON - CBD is coming to Newington. For those who haven’t heard, cannabidiol (CBD) is the healthy, plant-based compound to get…
Sunday 11/10/2019
Lyft availability lifts Newington seniors' travel limitations Posted: 10 November 2019 [07:43 PM] NEWINGTON - Folks who grew up in the era before hitchhiking was outlawed are discovering their thumbs can still get them…
Friday 11/08/2019
Proposed roundabout draws praise, criticism in Newington Posted: 08 November 2019 [08:27 PM] NEWINGTON - A roundabout proposed to fix a busy intersection in town has left some people excited, some heartbroken and others,…
Tuesday 11/05/2019
Beth DelBuono is Newington's next mayor Posted: 05 November 2019 [10:58 PM] NEWINGTON – Beth DelBuono celebrated a big win at the polls Tuesday night, becoming the town’s new mayor. She won over…
Republicans sweep the election in Newington Posted: 05 November 2019 [10:29 PM] NEWINGTON – Republicans swept the election Tuesday. GOP candidates won a 6-3 majority on the Town Council and a 5-4 majority…
UPDATED: Voter turnout on the increase in New Britain, Berlin, Newington Posted: 05 November 2019 [05:28 PM] HARTFORD - Polls have been open since early this morning across Central Connecticut and voters have been casting ballots in several…
CCSU students, seniors bridge generational gap Posted: 05 November 2019 [04:59 PM] What do 66-year-old Irene Hopkins and 20-year-old Merisa Kuljancic have in common? They have always dreamed of going skydiving. They are…
Newington police release photo of suspect in July brawl at Plaza Azteca on the Berlin Turnpike Posted: 05 November 2019 [02:26 PM] NEWINGTON – A picture of a suspect police say assaulted several people in a large fight at Plaza Azteca on July…
Monday 11/04/2019
Water service restored to homes in Newington following pipe break Posted: 04 November 2019 [08:39 PM] NEWINGTON - Fifteen homes on Eagle Drive were without water for a portion of Monday after crews made repairs to a…
Tuesday is Election Day; find out where to vote and where to find updated results throughout the day Posted: 04 November 2019 [04:57 PM] Tuesday is Election Day in Central Connecticut. Polls statewide are open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. New Britain, Bristol,…
Sunday 11/03/2019
Area polling locations Posted: 03 November 2019 [09:12 PM] New Britain - The election for municipal offices will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 5. Polls will open at 6 a.m. and…
Newington Veterans Day ceremony moves from Town Hall to Senior Center Posted: 03 November 2019 [09:07 PM] NEWINGTON - American Legion Post 117 will be hosting a Veterans Day ceremony at the Senior Center, 120 Cedar St. The…
This week's meetings Posted: 03 November 2019 [08:58 PM] New Britain Today, Nov. 4 Commission on Aging, 1 p.m., Vermont Room, New Britain Senior Center, 55 Pearl Street City Plan Commission,…
Friday 11/01/2019
Stanley Street in New Britain sees significant damage following storm Posted: 01 November 2019 [11:59 AM] NEW BRITAIN – Five poles were knocked down by a pine tree that fell across Stanley Street just north of Eddy…
Thursday 10/31/2019
Newington mayoral race: Development tops Marocchini's agenda Posted: 31 October 2019 [08:58 PM] NEWINGTON - Moving the town forward is at the top of James Marocchini’s priority list, should he be elected mayor on…
Newington mayoral race: Fiscal conservatism fuels DelBuono's bid Posted: 31 October 2019 [08:56 PM] NEWINGTON - Listening to taxpayers and protecting their interests were what Beth DelBuono had in mind when she stepped onto the…
Friday 10/25/2019
Workplace harassment runs deep, say local women leaders Posted: 25 October 2019 [08:53 PM] NEW BRITAIN -Mistreatment in the workplace from male counterparts is a common thread that connects six local women leaders from a…
Thursday 10/24/2019
Spirited events, haunted happenings and fall fun on tap in Bristol, Southington and beyond Posted: 24 October 2019 [08:57 PM] Special to The Herald With leaves turning redder and temperatures getting cooler, October will soon be over. Area communities are preparing Halloween…
Bertucci's on the Berlin Turnpike in Newington is open for business Posted: 24 October 2019 [03:53 PM] NEWINGTON – Bertucci’s at 2929 Berlin Turnpike is back open for businesses. According to Town of Newington Building Official Doug Jourdan,…
Wednesday 10/23/2019
SUV crashes into side of Bertucci's on Berlin Turnpike Posted: 23 October 2019 [08:50 PM] NEWINGTON - A Subaru Forester crashed into the side of the Bertucci’s restaurant at 2929 Berlin Turnpike around noon Wednesday. The…
Monday 10/21/2019
Scarecrows set up to be judged at Mill Pond Park Posted: 21 October 2019 [04:25 PM] NEWINGTON - Artists, crafters, builders and anyone who appreciates a little creative competition is encouraged to take part in a contest…
Wednesday 10/16/2019
Thanksgiving food sought for Newington's needy Posted: 16 October 2019 [08:59 PM] NEWINGTON - As local families are beginning to put Thanksgiving plans in order, some of their neighbors are wondering if they…
Newington merchants to have sweets in store for kids on Oct. 24 Posted: 16 October 2019 [08:53 PM] NEWINGTON - It’s never too early to celebrate Halloween. The Newington Chamber of Commerce and downtown businesses are joining forces for…
Tuesday 10/15/2019
Fine Fettle, a medical marijuana dispensary, opens on the Berlin Turnpike Posted: 15 October 2019 [08:31 PM] NEWINGTON – Tucked at the back of a nondescript plaza, Fine Fettle is not easy to spot. If you know what…
Sunday 10/13/2019
Nutmeg Television keeps public access spirit alive Posted: 13 October 2019 [08:23 PM] In a society where the latest is greatest, an old-fashioned technology is being reinforced to stand tall and proud. Public, Educational…
This week's meetings Posted: 13 October 2019 [08:05 PM] New Britain Today, Oct. 14 BOE Personnel Subcommittee, 5:30 p.m., New Britain Educational Administration Center, 272 Main Street BOE Finance Subcommittee, 7…
Tuesday 10/08/2019
Medical spa offering cosmetic procedures opens in Newington Posted: 08 October 2019 [08:55 PM] NEWINGTON- Re:nu 180 Medspa, a medical spa offering cosmetic procedures, opened up a new location in Newington. The success and rapid…
Friday 10/04/2019
Newington police: Portland woman hit juvenile female with hammer in August Posted: 04 October 2019 [07:07 PM] NEWINGTON – A Portland woman was arrested Friday after allegedly hitting another woman in the face during an August incident. Cristina…
Thursday 10/03/2019
Woman fills 'Power Packs' for maturing Newington girls Posted: 03 October 2019 [08:22 PM] NEWINGTON - A local woman has launched a campaign to turn a girl’s most embarrassing moment into an empowering one.…
Tuesday 10/01/2019
Vintage Fashion Show in Newington to feature over 200 years of clothing, accessories Posted: 01 October 2019 [06:17 PM] NEWINGTON - Clothing from many eras and boutiques of bygone times will be the star of an upcoming event Thursday.…
Monday 09/30/2019
Hidden in plain sight: Are your children using drugs? Posted: 30 September 2019 [04:00 PM] NEWINGTON - What is your teenager hiding in their bedroom? It could be anything, it could be dangerous and it could…
Sunday 09/29/2019
This week's meetings Posted: 29 September 2019 [08:55 PM] New Britain Tuesday, Oct. 1 Commission on the Arts, 6:30 p.m., City Hall, Room 202, 27 W Main St. Wednesday, Oct. 2…
Friday 09/27/2019
'Labor of Love' CrossFit fundraiser in Newington Sunday Posted: 27 September 2019 [07:59 PM] NEWINGTON - Your body is always a good cause to work out for, but here are two more. CrossFit Unlimited Potential…
Thursday 09/26/2019
Deal not good enough, says man who allegedly stole from his father Posted: 26 September 2019 [07:44 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A Torrington man will be going to trial after rejecting a deal Tuesday that wasn’t “good enough” in…
Hartford Saengerbund to celebrate Oktoberfest Sunday Posted: 26 September 2019 [07:41 PM] NEWINGTON – If you’ve never experienced the clear, soothing tones of an alpenhorn while sipping on a draft Schwarzbier on a…
Wednesday 09/25/2019
Newington library to host presentation on Gold Star Families, efforts to bring monument to state Posted: 25 September 2019 [09:03 PM] NEWINGTON - Families who have lost a loved one serving in the U.S. armed forces are invited to partake in a…
Tuesday 09/24/2019
Connecticut Superior Court rules in favor of housing developer over Newington's Plan & Zoning Commission Posted: 24 September 2019 [04:15 PM] NEWINGTON – Nearly a year after the Town Plan & Zoning Commission sent Dakota Partners packing, a Connecticut Superior Court judge…
Sunday 09/22/2019
Posted: 22 September 2019 [08:54 PM] NEWINGTON - Visitors were falling for the Newington Waterfall Festival on Saturday. They bopped from arts and craft vendors to the bounce houses to the free children’s activity tent to the famous chalk walk. Theresa Reynolds, the chair…
Thursday 09/19/2019
Good, clean -- and dry -- fun Saturday at Newington's Waterfall Festival Posted: 19 September 2019 [05:39 PM] NEWINGTON - There’s going to be a Waterfall Festival this weekend. As long as there aren’t downpours, a surprise snowstorm or…
Tuesday 09/17/2019
Participants enjoy golfing fore a cause at the Kelser Charity Challenge Golf Tournament Posted: 17 September 2019 [08:09 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A good cause and a beautiful Tuesday brought out nearly 150 golfers to participate in the 23rd annual…
Monday 09/16/2019
Catch of the day: Police net alleged lobster thief Posted: 16 September 2019 [08:43 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A local man with links to a city seafood restaurant was arrested for trying to take some lobsters…
Sunday 09/15/2019
Posted: 15 September 2019 [08:58 PM] NEWINGTON - Two firefighters suffered minor injuries Saturday afternoon fighting a fire that engulfed a garage at 26 Deer Path. The call came in around 1:15 p.m., Deputy Fire Marshal Guy Pelletier said. Crews found the garage ablaze but…
This week's meetings Posted: 15 September 2019 [08:54 PM] New Britain Tuesday, Sept. 17 Board of Police Commissioners, 7 p.m., 10 Chestnut St. Human Rights & Opportunities, 6 p.m., City Hall,…
Friday 09/13/2019
MPO Peter Lavery memorial ride kicks off Sunday Posted: 13 September 2019 [08:40 PM] NEWINGTON - Hundreds of law enforcement officers will gather in Churchill Park Sunday for the 15th annual MPO Peter Lavery Memorial…
Posted: 13 September 2019 [11:55 AM] NEW BRITAIN – Mayor Erin Stewart’s office just released information about the much-anticipated visit of the President of Poland Andrzej Duda and his spouse and other dignitaries. The press release states: “The Consul General of the Republic of…
Tuesday 09/10/2019
Newington picnic offers seniors safety tips along with tasty meal Posted: 10 September 2019 [08:49 PM] NEWINGTON - While kids have long been the audience for fire safety education, local firefighters switched gears to a higher-risk population…
Newington golf tournament to raise money for hospital's Alzheimer's center Posted: 10 September 2019 [11:10 AM] NEWINGTON - Kelser Corp. will host its annual Kelser Charity Challenge Golf Tournament in support of the Hospital for Special Care…
Monday 09/09/2019
Special guest expected to draw large audience at Newington library Posted: 09 September 2019 [09:14 PM] NEWINGTON - Library staff are expecting hundreds to attend their annual meeting on Sunday,Sept. 22, thanks to a special guest speaker.…