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Friday 04/16/2021
Bristol Hospital sees small increase in covid-19 patients after numbers had fallen rest of week Posted: 16 April 2021 [05:52 PM] BRISTOL -- Bristol Hospital saw a slight rise in coronavirus patients on Friday after seeing inpatient numbers dip for most of…
CCSU's Dancentral live streaming new faculty dance showcase performance 'Legends' Posted: 16 April 2021 [05:31 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Central Connecticut State University’s Dance Education Program, in collaboration with Dancentral, will be live streaming “Legends,” the annual…
Southington man indicted after being found with millions of images, videos of sexual child abuse, federal officials say Posted: 16 April 2021 [05:12 PM] A Southington man has been indicted after federal officials say he was found with millions of photos and videos of child…
CCSU holding coronavirus vaccination clinic for students Posted: 16 April 2021 [04:41 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Central Connecticut State University will hold an on-campus covid-19 vaccination clinic for students who have already pre-registered for…
Bristol has 12th most coronavirus cases in state, adds nearly 30 new cases over past day; plus area updates Posted: 16 April 2021 [04:36 PM] New Britain has the eighth most coronavirus cases among residents in the state, while Bristol has the 12th most, according to…
Root Center donates to Prudence Crandall Center to help domestic violence victims Posted: 16 April 2021 [04:05 PM] NEW BRITAIN – A home may not be a safe place for a lot of people, which is why the Root…
Bristol Health offering program for those suffering long-term effects of covid-19 Posted: 16 April 2021 [03:58 PM] BRISTOL -- A program designed for Bristol Health employees suffering from long-term effects of covid-19, aimed at getting them back to…
ESPN's mass vaccination site has over 300 slots open on Monday; here's how to get appointment Posted: 16 April 2021 [02:01 PM] BRISTOL – Bristol’s mass vaccination site at ESPN has a slew of open appointments Monday. “We have quite a few…
'His story touched people all over country': Plymouth says goodbye to Buddy the Beefalo Posted: 16 April 2021 [01:59 PM] PLYMOUTH – With Buddy the Beefalo safely captured and on his way to Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary in Florida, residents say…
State eclipses 1 million mark in residents who have been fully vaccinated from coronavirus Posted: 16 April 2021 [12:39 PM] The state has now eclipsed the 1 million mark for residents who have been fully vaccinated from the coronavirus. The state…
Plainville Community Food Pantry continues to operate, despite continuing to restrict public access Posted: 16 April 2021 [12:39 PM] PLAINVILLE – The Plainville Community Food Pantry continues to operate, with clients still able to order food despite continuing to restrict…
Housing for migrant kids currently unneeded in Connecticut Posted: 16 April 2021 [11:54 AM] HARTFORD - Federal authorities have told Gov. Ned Lamont's administration they do not, for the moment, need sites in Connecticut to house…
American Savings Foundation awards grants to New Britain, Plainville programs Posted: 16 April 2021 [11:18 AM] NEW BRITAIN – During the first board meeting of The American Savings Foundation’s 25th year, the Board of Directors announced they…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 16 April 2021 [11:13 AM] Bristol Police report the following: April 13 Nizayah Arroyo, 18, 76 Oak St. Apt. 3N, New Britain, criminal mischief second degree, breach…
Plainville police blotter Posted: 16 April 2021 [10:19 AM] Plainville police report the following: Milagros A. Aguilar, 27, of 101 Woodlawn Circle, East Hartford, was charged April 11 with disorderly conduct.…
Southington police blotter Posted: 16 April 2021 [10:15 AM] Southington police report the following: Jeffrey Bowman, 22, of 821 Old Turnpike Road, Plantsville, was charged April 5 with possession of marijuana…
Thursday 04/15/2021
All area cities and towns remain in 'Red Alert' status for coronavirus cases; Bristol adds nine new cases Posted: 15 April 2021 [05:14 PM] New Britain has a coronavirus-associated death reported Thursday, while all area cities and towns remained in “Red Alert” status for coronavirus…
Bristol Hospital's covid-19 numbers continue to drop Posted: 15 April 2021 [05:09 PM] BRISTOL -- Bristol Hospital’s coronavirus numbers have slowly been dropping this week. The hospital on Thursday reported treating three patients who…
Bristol City Council asks legislators for 'Special Act' for term limits Posted: 15 April 2021 [04:46 PM] BRISTOL – The City Council approved a resolution and sent out a letter requesting that local legislators introduce legislation to officially…
Construction project in Bristol to expand Eversource's natural gas distribution system Posted: 15 April 2021 [04:07 PM] BRISTOL -- Eversource will soon be undertaking a construction project in Bristol over the next several months. City officials said the…
Silver Alert issued for Bristol teen Posted: 15 April 2021 [03:50 PM] BRISTOL -- A Silver Alert has been issued for a local teenager. Police said Leon Chatelle, 17, has been missing…
BRISTOL BITS: Taking a look at an American flag Posted: 15 April 2021 [02:48 PM] I recently wrote about Iwo Jima survivor Joe Camaniti raising an American Flag at the American Legion post here. He had…
Pandemic may lead to long-term changes in school calendar Posted: 15 April 2021 [01:51 PM] Connecticut officials say the impact of the pandemic on students and their families could lead to long-term changes in how the school…
Bristol man accused of stealing rental car in Southington Posted: 15 April 2021 [01:45 PM] SOUTHINGTON -- A Bristol man has been charged with a felony for allegedly stealing a rental car in Southington. Police on…
Police say car theft suspect fires shot at officers, escapes Posted: 15 April 2021 [01:43 PM] EAST HARTFORD - A man suspected of breaking into cars fired a gunshot at Connecticut police officers and managed to escape early…
Imagine Nation Museum seeks funding to assist with reopening Posted: 15 April 2021 [01:25 PM] BRISTOL – Mayor Ellen Zoppo-Sassu says Bristol stands with Imagine Nation, A Museum Early Learning Center, as it joins with other…
One person displaced following apartment fire in Plainville Posted: 15 April 2021 [01:01 PM] PLAINVILLE -- One person was displaced following an early morning apartment fire Thursday. Firefighters around 5 a.m. were called to an…
Pet of the Week: Kasey (here's how you can adopt) Posted: 15 April 2021 [12:15 PM] PET OF THE WEEK Kasey is like a new cat compared to the day she arrived at the Connecticut Humane Society. She…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 15 April 2021 [11:52 AM] Bristol Police report the following: April 12 Brandon Castillo-Gordillo, 23, 82 Geary Ave., Bristol, operate/parks unregistered motor vehicle, improper use of marker/license/registration,…
Black leaders in state call for more anti-violence aid after 3-year-old, New Britain teen were killed Posted: 15 April 2021 [10:55 AM] HARTFORD - Black lawmakers and community group leaders called Wednesday for more federal and state aid for chronically underfunded anti-violence programs in…
Police: Gunman who opened fire on busy street killed himself Posted: 15 April 2021 [10:54 AM] BRANFORD - A gunman who held Connecticut police at bay for hours while randomly firing from a second-floor window on a busy…
Bill barring birth dates on job applications clears Senate Posted: 15 April 2021 [10:53 AM] HARTFORD - Connecticut employers could soon be prevented from asking for a job applicant's date of birth, school graduation or school attendance…
Wednesday 04/14/2021
'It's fun to get out': CCSU students get chance to socialize in downtown New Britain, compete for prizes Posted: 14 April 2021 [10:20 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Central Connecticut State University held it’s Blue Devil Dinner Downtown Wednesday afternoon, giving students and faculty an opportunity…
'Buddy' the beefalo finally captured Posted: 14 April 2021 [07:09 PM] PLYMOUTH -- After being on the loose for about eight months, “Buddy” the Beefalo has finally been captured, police announced Wednesday.…
Bristol Hospital still treating five patients with covid-19 Posted: 14 April 2021 [05:04 PM] BRISTOL -- Bristol Hospital’s covid-19 numbers went unchanged Wednesday. The hospital still reported treating five patients who have tested positive…
New Britain man accused of trying to blackmail Plainville woman using nude photos of her Posted: 14 April 2021 [04:35 PM] PLAINVILLE -- A New Britain man faces felony and misdemeanor charges for allegedly trying to blackmail a woman using nude, salacious…
Bristol has another 40 new coronavirus cases, goes over 5,600 in all; plus area case updates Posted: 14 April 2021 [04:35 PM] Berlin reported its 30th coronavirus-associated death Wednesday, the first time in several weeks the town has added to that total. There…
Activist arrested after son accused of showing gun as threat Posted: 14 April 2021 [02:50 PM] WATERBURY - An activist and member of Waterbury's Human Rights Commission was arrested after his middle-school-aged son allegedly showed a gun on…
Lamont criticizes FDA's decision to pause J&J vaccinations Posted: 14 April 2021 [02:48 PM] HARTFORD - Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont is criticizing the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for recommending a pause in the administering of…
Central CT Chambers of Commerce's State of Connecticut program will welcome Lamont Posted: 14 April 2021 [02:28 PM] BRISTOL – The Central CT Chambers of Commerce will welcome Gov. Ned Lamont May 11 for a virtual “State of Connecticut”…
Southington Chamber of Commerce's 83rd Annual Meeting set for this month Posted: 14 April 2021 [02:21 PM] SOUTHINGTON – The Southington Chamber of Commerce invites local business owners to join them April 29 at Manor Inn for their…
New York woman charged with stabbing man at family function in Bristol Posted: 14 April 2021 [01:51 PM] BRISTOL -- A New York woman was arrested Monday for allegedly stabbing a man, which sent him to an area trauma…
St. Stanislaus Youth Ministry gets ready to give back Posted: 14 April 2021 [11:37 AM] BRISTOL – St. Stanislaus Youth Ministry gets ready to give back, as they plan to help out with community projects at…
Bristol police blotter Posted: 14 April 2021 [09:13 AM] Bristol Police report the following: April 11 Kevin Barco, 37, 286 Stanley St., New Britain, operate/parks unregistered motor vehicle, illegal operation of…
Connecticut man found dead after standoff with police Posted: 14 April 2021 [09:01 AM] BRANFORD - A man who fired numerous gunshots Tuesday from a building in Connecticut as police surrounded the property was found dead…
Swap the crop? New York hemp farmers eager to grow marijuana Posted: 14 April 2021 [08:57 AM] ALBANY, N.Y. - Legal marijuana is coming to New York and hemp farmer Samir Mahadin sees it as a potential lifeline. Farmers…
Majority of businesses complying with paid leave deductions Posted: 14 April 2021 [08:54 AM] HARTFORD - The majority of employers have so far registered with the CT Paid Leave Authority, essentially notifying officials they've begun taking…
Audit critical of costs in building UConn's Hartford campus Posted: 14 April 2021 [08:50 AM] Connecticut's state auditors on Tuesday released a report criticizing the University of Connecticut for failing to control tens of millions of dollars…
Tuesday 04/13/2021
Bristol Hospital treating five patients with coronavirus Posted: 13 April 2021 [05:47 PM] BRISTOL -- Bristol Hospital on Tuesday was treating five patients with coronavirus. This is one fewer patient than a day…