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Tuesday 09/22/2020
Five Churches Brewing still serving delicious pizza pies, craft beers with both indoor and outdoor seating Posted: 22 September 2020 [11:45 AM] NEW BRITAIN – The pizza oven at Five Churches Brewing continues to fire up delicious pies to pair with local craft…
Tuesday 09/15/2020
From the Heart Home Care will find the right match for loved ones needing companions, personal care assistants and more Posted: 15 September 2020 [07:33 PM] Keeping up with errands and other day-to-day tasks can become increasingly difficult with age and a decline in health. Anyone looking…
Tuesday 09/01/2020
If you're craving award-winning steaks, seafood, wines, Ruth's Chris Steak House on Berlin Turnpike has all that and more Posted: 01 September 2020 [12:21 PM] If it’s award-winning wines, seafood or steaks you’re after, Ruth’s Chris Steak House on the Berlin Turnpike is where you’ll find…
Tuesday 08/25/2020
Paul A. Shaker Funeral Home has been serving community for 30-plus years, still offering all services Posted: 25 August 2020 [10:51 AM] In this time of constant uncertainty, the community can rely on consistent, high-quality service they have come to expect from New…
Thursday 08/20/2020
Jack of All Trades Remodeling celebrating 35th year, treat work on your home as if it was their own Posted: 20 August 2020 [10:51 AM] NEW BRITAIN – Jack of All Trades Remodeling will treat the work on your home as if it was working on…
Tuesday 08/04/2020
Newington Healthtrax newly renovated, focused on keeping people safe while enjoying group exercise classes, weight rooms at same time Posted: 04 August 2020 [11:55 AM] The Healthtrax of Newington recently renovated its East Cedar Street center, focusing on adhering to all CDC guidelines and ensuring state…
Tuesday 07/21/2020
Kensington Auto Service taking extra precautions during pandemic, still offering extensive car services by certified experts Posted: 21 July 2020 [12:02 PM] BERLIN – Kensington Auto Service, LTD in Berlin is taking extra precautions during the coronavirus pandemic by offering no touch, no…
Wednesday 07/15/2020
Ameriprise Financial Services hosting webinar to explain aspects of new SECURE Act, estate planning Posted: 15 July 2020 [02:43 PM] PORTLAND – Private Wealth Advisor James McCabe, with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, is hosting a Webinar Thursday to assist people navigating…
Tuesday 07/14/2020
Manafort Brothers Inc. established as one of biggest contractors in New England over course of 100-year history Posted: 14 July 2020 [02:24 PM] STAFF REPORT Over the course of its 100-year history, Manafort Brothers Inc. has established itself as one of the biggest contractors in…
Tuesday 06/30/2020
Taylor Therapy Center promotes overall wellbeing in unique setting Posted: 30 June 2020 [12:06 PM] NEWINGTON – Look no further than Taylor Therapy Center for various physical therapy, psychotherapy, massage therapy and medically supervised gym sessions…
Tuesday 06/23/2020
Grandview Rehabilitation and Health exceeds needs of every person in its care Posted: 23 June 2020 [11:38 AM] NEW BRITAIN – Focused on delivering the highest standard in care for residents, Grandview Rehabilitation and Health continues to meet and…
Monday 06/22/2020
Wings Over Bristol still serving up fresh, juicy wings to its 'great following' Posted: 22 June 2020 [12:26 PM] BRISTOL – Wings Over Bristol has built up a loyal following over 12 years and those customers have continued to support…
Friday 06/19/2020
Savers' Bristol location closes for good Posted: 19 June 2020 [05:31 PM] A popular Bristol thrift store, Savers, has shut its doors for good after over eight years in the community. Located…
Thursday 06/18/2020
'They took full advantage': Lamont visits Five Churches Brewing in New Britain Posted: 18 June 2020 [04:05 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Gov. Ned Lamont, Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz and New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart visited Five Churches Brewing Thursday…
Polumbo's Jewelers offers high quality products, personalized customer service for past 75 years Posted: 18 June 2020 [11:20 AM] NEW BRITAIN – High quality jewelry and personalized customer service are what sustain a family-run company like Polumbo’s Jewelers for 75…
Wednesday 06/17/2020
Area restaurants go through first lunch service under new guidelines allowing indoor dining Posted: 17 June 2020 [06:34 PM] Phase two of Connecticut’s reopening began Wednesday, which gives people the opportunity to eat inside of a restaurant for the first…
Tuesday 06/16/2020
With hotels, lodging opening again, New Britain, Bristol business leaders hope local economy will get boost Posted: 16 June 2020 [05:29 PM] Gov. Ned Lamont said during a news briefing Tuesday that since phase one’s reopening on May 20, the numbers for hospitalizations…
Weber and Carrier LLP, serving residents for over 50 years, excited for changes coming this summer Posted: 16 June 2020 [02:44 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Changes are coming for Weber and Carrier LLP For over 50 years the law firm of Weber and…
'We can't wait': Area gym owners excited to open doors to clients again, even with strict guidelines Posted: 16 June 2020 [01:51 PM] Walking around Bell City CrossFit, co-owners Melissa and Nicole Loranger go through a long checklist of items. There’s arrows on the…
Lamont says Connecticut ready for next reopening phase Posted: 16 June 2020 [11:52 AM] HARTFORD - Connecticut is currently in good shape for the next round of business re-openings scheduled for this week, given the slowing…
Monday 06/15/2020
'I hope people will come and support us': Many area restaurants ready for indoor seating to return, others waiting it out Posted: 15 June 2020 [06:22 PM] To open or not to open: that is the question restaurants face this week. Whether ‘tis safer to keep dining rooms…
Area gas prices still cheaper than state, region average; Southington remains lowest Posted: 15 June 2020 [09:34 AM] With Phase 2 of the state's reopening plan beginning Wednesday, there likely will be more traffic on the road, and luckily…
Some tribes reopen their casinos despite state opposition Posted: 15 June 2020 [09:09 AM] MASHANTUCKET - Drivers heading down state roads leading to Foxwoods Resort Casino and Mohegan Sun in Connecticut are greeted by flashing warnings:…
Wednesday 06/10/2020
After 42 years in business, not even pandemic is slowing down Marathon Pizza in New Britain Posted: 10 June 2020 [11:58 AM] NEW BRITAIN – Nothing has changed in 42 years, so why would a little pandemic twist up the dough at Marathon…
Tuesday 06/09/2020
Emily's Catering still booking weddings for summer, offering new 'date night' meal menu for customers Posted: 09 June 2020 [11:53 AM] BRISTOL – Whether a bride-to-be, a local family or an area company, clients of Emily’s Catering are well taken care of…
Saturday 06/06/2020
Rooster's Chicken and Waffles coming to New Britain Posted: 06 June 2020 [01:02 PM] New Britain is less than a month away from a new restaurant opening in town, as Rooster’s Chicken & Waffles selected…
Friday 06/05/2020
Lamont moves up second phase of state's reopening by 3 days Posted: 05 June 2020 [12:14 PM] HARTFORD - Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont announced Friday he is moving up the second phase of reopening many businesses and activities by…
Thursday 06/04/2020
Bristol's Ruby Tuesday permanently closing after car crashes into building Posted: 04 June 2020 [01:23 PM] Farmington Avenue’s Ruby Tuesday in Bristol is permanently closing after a car crashed into the building Friday night, causing irreparable damage.…
Wednesday 06/03/2020
Jimmy's on the River expanding service to outdoor seating, still serving breakfast, lunch favorites Posted: 03 June 2020 [02:09 PM] BRISTOL – Jimmy’s on the River has made a number of changes as the state enters its second week of phase…
Tuesday 06/02/2020
Max Pizza II stills serving all the great pizza, wings as before pandemic, plus ice cream delivery Posted: 02 June 2020 [12:24 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Max Pizza II has continued to maintain business during the COVID-19 pandemic, even though the restaurant has decided…
Monday 06/01/2020
'We are so excited to be back': Area salons, barber shops thrilled to open, customers happy to get haircuts again Posted: 01 June 2020 [05:18 PM] Local stylists and barbers laundered their capes and disinfected their shears on repeat, enthusiastic to finally be back in business this…
'Out of an abundance of caution' with protests spiking locally, Westfarms Mall closes Posted: 01 June 2020 [04:05 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Westfarms Mall closed Monday as protests and riots occur nationwide in response to the death of George Floyd.…
Friday 05/29/2020
Most area gyms, fitness facilities ready to open sooner rather than later Posted: 29 May 2020 [05:45 PM] The coronavirus pandemic forced millions of people across the United States to find new ways to exercise. With gyms and other…
Mohegan Sun, Foxwoods set for reopening to general public Posted: 29 May 2020 [04:34 PM] The state's two federally recognized tribes are planning “soft” reopenings on Saturday for invited patrons and a partial reopening for the general…
Thursday 05/28/2020
Area mini golf courses open to those looking for fun activity outdoors, but business has been slow Posted: 28 May 2020 [05:48 PM] For area residents looking to make up for being stuck indoors due to the COVID-19 pandemic, they can rejoice, as many…
Stop and Shop to extend pay increase for employees into July Posted: 28 May 2020 [12:56 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Stop & Shop, together with the United Food and Commercial Workers Union (UFCW), announced Thursday it will be…
Wednesday 05/27/2020
Area grocery stores restocking shelves at quicker rates than before, but some items still hard to find Posted: 27 May 2020 [06:25 PM] One of the most common struggles created by the COVID-19 pandemic is grocery shopping becoming a nightmarish, stressful and often unsuccessful…
Paradise Pizza continues to serve up New York- and Sicilian-style pies for takeout Posted: 27 May 2020 [10:41 AM] NEW BRITAIN – Family-owned Paradise Pizza has been serving takeout throughout the coronavirus outbreak, offering most of its menu with some…
Friday 05/22/2020
'We see a light at the end of the tunnel': Guide to what's next with Phase Two for reopening state Posted: 22 May 2020 [04:52 PM] Following the state’s first day of reopening the economy Wednesday, Gov. Ned Lamont has started discussions about plans for phases two…
Thursday 05/21/2020
Marrocco: Networking is reason for success Posted: 21 May 2020 [06:40 PM] The New Britain Network Group has been serving the city for almost 30 years providing leads and more for every member…
'It's been crazy and unbelievable': Some area restaurants packed with customers seeking outdoor seating, others waiting, proceeding with caution Posted: 21 May 2020 [05:01 PM] @CShenNBH Area restaurants continued to see support from longtime customers on the second day of outdoor dining’s return to Connecticut,…
Tribes plan to partly open casinos; Lamont opposes the move Posted: 21 May 2020 [12:07 PM] HARTFORD - A modified strategy to partially reopen Foxwoods Resort Casino on June 1 is still moving ahead despite opposition from Connecticut…
Wednesday 05/20/2020
'Absolutely amazing': First phase of Reopen Connecticut marked by area restaurants, retailers serving happy-to-be-out customers Posted: 20 May 2020 [06:04 PM] Local residents rediscovered their favorite stores and restaurants and some new places too, as the state reopened Wednesday after close to…
'It's home at last for him': State residents near and far come to New Britain, area to eat at favorite restaurants Posted: 20 May 2020 [06:03 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Restaurant owners in the city could not have asked for a more beautiful day to open outdoor seating…
Many New Britain retail stores open doors to excited customers on first day back Posted: 20 May 2020 [05:20 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The state reopened parts of the economy Wednesday, allowing retailers to serve their customers in-store as many had…
'It's been so long': Shoppers flock to Westfarms Mall on first day of its reopening Posted: 20 May 2020 [04:27 PM] Shoppers flocked by car, bus and on foot to Westfarms Mall as it opened to the public Wednesday. Sporting a turquoise…
The Woof Pack doggy daycare still caring for essential workers' pets Posted: 20 May 2020 [03:21 PM] BRISTOL – Despite facing challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic, The Woof Pack remains open to provide pet care for first…
Westfarms mall, retailers set to reopen, but with new set of guidelines Posted: 20 May 2020 [10:30 AM] Retailers that were considered non-essential for the last two months have an opportunity to reopen Wednesday, but under stringent new measures.…
Bagels Plus Deli still serving fresh food, remains open for public, staff Posted: 20 May 2020 [10:10 AM] BRISTOL – Bagels and cream cheese are still a part of many people’s daily diet. But Edward Sinkwich, owner of Bagels…