Gov. Ned Lamont said Monday he plans to ask Connecticut lawmakers to extend his public health emergency powers until April 20, noting…
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Monday 01/25/2021
Elmer's Place in New Britain receives more financial help, this time from owner of Barstool Sports Posted: 25 January 2021 [03:24 PM] NEW BRITAIN – New Britain’s Elmer’s Place has found another guiding light in its fight to remain open. The Barstool Fund,…
Home for retired nuns closed to visitors due to outbreak Posted: 25 January 2021 [11:13 AM] HARTFORD - Local health officials have ordered a Connecticut home for retired nuns closed to visitors and the public because of a…
Shooting victim identified, 5 teens arrested Posted: 25 January 2021 [11:10 AM] WATERBURY - A 17-year-old boy shot to death in Connecticut was one of several teens who tried to rob another youth, who…
Sunday 01/24/2021
SENIOR SIGNALS: Where President Biden stands on issues important to Connecticut seniors Posted: 24 January 2021 [09:00 PM] By DANIEL O. TULLY President Joe Biden has proposed significant plans that will greatly affect seniors. Social Security President Biden has proposed…
Your favorite diner: classic Americana fighting to stay open through this pandemic Posted: 24 January 2021 [05:33 PM] In their cars with the heat cranked up, pagers in hand, hungry patrons waited anxiously for a seat inside the popular…
Friday 01/22/2021
Hartford HealthCare already learning best ways to handle vaccine process, hopeful more doses are on way Posted: 22 January 2021 [05:31 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Hartford HealthCare has taken all it has learned from the covid-19 testing process and is applying those same…
Hartford HealthCare launches first mobile vaccination clinic Posted: 22 January 2021 [04:42 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Hartford HealthCare announced the launch of its Mobile Vaccination Clinic Friday morning with Open Hearth Shelter being the…
Lamont says he has no interest in raising taxes in budget Posted: 22 January 2021 [02:47 PM] Gov. Ned Lamont gave business leaders a relatively optimistic outlook Friday by telling them he has “no interest” in raising taxes and…
'It certainly means a lot to have the support': Military personnel across the world receive care packages from Berlin-based Boxes to Boots Posted: 22 January 2021 [11:38 AM] BERLIN – U.S. Troops serving around the world are thankful for the support of local residents through non-profit Boxes to Boots.…
Connecticut governor says state needs more vaccine from feds Posted: 22 January 2021 [10:12 AM] Nearly 260,000 Connecticut residents have so far received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, including 47,000 people 75 years and…
Thursday 01/21/2021
CCSU student's campaign to help save New Britain's Elmer's Place has already raised close to $20K Posted: 21 January 2021 [01:26 PM] NEW BRITAIN – A customer of Elmer’s Place who happens to be a student at Central Connecticut State University created a…
Officers' use of force probed after man jumps off elevated portion of I-84 Posted: 21 January 2021 [10:35 AM] HARTFORD - A man wanted for alleged robbery in Connecticut jumped off a highway in Hartford and fell 70 feet Wednesday night…
Bridgeport officer fired after excessive force investigation Posted: 21 January 2021 [10:32 AM] BRIDGEPORT - A 20-year veteran Bridgeport police officer has been fired for using excessive force during an arrest last year, officials announced.…
Wednesday 01/20/2021
Black Lives Matter supporters gather at Capitol in Hartford; Trump supporters apparent no-show Posted: 20 January 2021 [04:32 PM] HARTFORD -- Despite warnings that all 50 state Capitols could be subject to unrest and violence in the days leading up…
Biden takes the helm as president: 'Democracy has prevailed' Posted: 20 January 2021 [02:50 PM] WASHINGTON - Joe Biden was sworn in as the 46th president of the United States on Wednesday, summoning American resilience to confront…
Lawmakers plan to push ahead with religious exemption bill Posted: 20 January 2021 [02:40 PM] HARTFORD - Leaders of the Connecticut General Assembly's Public Health Committee on Monday pledged to move forward this session with legislation that…
Black Lives Matter supporters show up at State Capitol Wednesday afternoon Posted: 20 January 2021 [12:30 PM] Staff report HARTFORD – The State Capitol was quiet today, except for about a dozen Black Lives Matters supporters Wednesday afternoon. As…
Trump pardons ex-strategist Steve Bannon, rapper Lil Wayne, dozens of others Posted: 20 January 2021 [11:23 AM] WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump pardoned former chief strategist Steve Bannon in the final hours of his White House term as part…
Connecticut adopts tiered approach for virus vaccinations Posted: 20 January 2021 [11:18 AM] NEW HAVEN - Without nearly enough COVID-19 vaccines arriving for everyone eligible to receive them, Connecticut will prioritize its oldest residents for…
Lamont to co-chair national task force on pandemic response Posted: 20 January 2021 [10:40 AM] HARTFORD - Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont and Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee have been appointed to co-chair a national task force designed to…
Trump's exit: President leaves office with legacy of chaos Posted: 20 January 2021 [08:29 AM] WASHINGTON (AP) - Donald Trump will walk out of the White House and board Marine One for the last time as president…
Tuesday 01/19/2021
'Continuing to have a prevention over reaction approach': National Guard, police prepared for potential unrest at State Capitol Posted: 19 January 2021 [05:16 PM] HARTFORD -- Authorities are closely monitoring the possibility of unrest at the Capitol in Hartford Wednesday ahead of the presidential inauguration,…
Hartford HealthCare to pass 30,000 patients vaccinated for coronavirus Posted: 19 January 2021 [03:23 PM] Hartford HealthCare administered the second and final dose of the Moderna vaccine to the first group of frontline healthcare workers Tuesday…
'It's nice to be back': CCSU students heading back to campus, but will need two negative covid tests to attend class Posted: 19 January 2021 [02:53 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Students are heading back to Central Connecticut State University and will require two negative covid-19 tests before attending…
Hartford HealthCare accepting applications for free nursing assistant program; here's how to apply Posted: 19 January 2021 [12:00 PM] Do you dream of becoming a healthcare hero working tirelessly on the front lines of this pandemic? Hartford HealthCare Senior Services…
Monday 01/18/2021
HEALTHY LIVING: Set intentions this New Year, not resolutions Posted: 18 January 2021 [05:07 PM] MS, RD, CD-N It’s that time of year when many of us begin to think about the goals that we want…
Can your work force you to take covid-19 vaccine? New Britain chamber webinar answers that question Posted: 18 January 2021 [12:40 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The Greater New Britain Chamber of Commerce hosted a webinar featuring a discussion on the law behind employers…
Sunday 01/17/2021
SENIOR SIGNALS: Care management services for people with disabilities Posted: 17 January 2021 [08:40 PM] By DANIEL O. TULLY As the families of individuals with special needs undertake long-term financial and estate planning, they face critical challenges…
People finding it tough to even secure an appointment, nevermind a vaccination Posted: 17 January 2021 [05:38 PM] Connecticut is expecting 46,000 doses of the covid-19 vaccine to arrive from the federal government this week, and area residents are…
Friday 01/15/2021
Justice McDonald receives final legislative confirmation Posted: 15 January 2021 [02:15 PM] HARTFORD - Connecticut State Supreme Court Justice Andrew McDonald received final legislative confirmation Friday to serve a second eight-year term on the…
Calhoun one of 400 to receive covid-19 vaccine by Hartford HealthCare Posted: 15 January 2021 [12:51 PM] HARTFORD – Jim Calhoun, Hall of Famer and current University of St Joseph’s men’s basketball coach, received his covid-19 vaccine Friday…
Thursday 01/14/2021
New round of Paycheck Protection Program loans now available Posted: 14 January 2021 [04:41 PM] A new round of Paycheck Protection Program loans have become available and could help businesses in the area. Certain small businesses…
Next phase of vaccinations will include residents 65 years and older Posted: 14 January 2021 [01:23 PM] Gov. Ned Lamont has announced that Phase 1B of the state’s covid-19 vaccinations will begin Monday, Jan. 18. During this phase,…
Lawmakers considering whether to extend covid voting rules Posted: 14 January 2021 [10:25 AM] HARTFORD - With a handful of special elections coming up, Connecticut lawmakers will likely soon decide whether to again give all eligible…
Wednesday 01/13/2021
Trump impeached after Capitol riot; historic second charge Posted: 13 January 2021 [05:00 PM] WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump was impeached by the U.S. House for a historic second time Wednesday, charged with "incitement of…
Hartford HealthCare begins giving vaccine to those 75 and older; here's what you need to know Posted: 13 January 2021 [04:09 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Hartford HealthCare has partnered with state agencies to begin the vaccination process on Connecticut residents 75 and older…
Police, firefighters, EMS first responders from across state get vaccinated by Hartford HealthCare Posted: 13 January 2021 [03:55 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Police officers, firefighters and EMS first responders from across the state were vaccinated at Hartford HealthCare’s vaccine clinic…
Unexpected win has UConn fans downing hot sauce for charity Posted: 13 January 2021 [03:20 PM] STORRS - UConn fan Bryan Jackson says he thought his taste buds were safe when he joked last week on Twitter that…
Connecticut GOP chair resigns abruptly, reason unclear Posted: 13 January 2021 [12:15 PM] HARTFORD - Connecticut Republican Party Chair J.R. Romano, a strong supporter of President Donald Trump, has resigned abruptly for reasons he has…
Lamont sends Guard to D.C. as state prepares for any rallies Posted: 13 January 2021 [10:40 AM] As Connecticut law enforcement prepares to protect the state Capitol complex during possible armed protests in the coming days, Gov. Ned Lamont…
Tuesday 01/12/2021
Murphy says everyone should get coronavirus vaccine, visits Hospital of Central Connecticut to see how it handles distribution Posted: 12 January 2021 [04:57 PM] NEW BRITAIN – U.S. Senator Chris Murphy along with Mayor Erin Stewart paid a visit to the Hospital for Central Connecticut…
Panel recommends vaccine for 65 years and up, among others Posted: 12 January 2021 [04:02 PM] Members of the state's vaccine advisory group agreed Tuesday to recommend Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont expand who can receive the COVID-19 vaccine…
Security is increased at Connecticut Capitol amid warnings Posted: 12 January 2021 [03:20 PM] Connecticut law enforcement, including the police department that protects the Capitol complex in Hartford, are preparing for possible armed protests the FBI…
Older state residents can begin signing up for covid-19 vaccinations next week Posted: 12 January 2021 [01:27 PM] Connecticut residents age 75 and older will be able to begin signing up for COVID-19 vaccination appointments next week, a process Gov.…
Monday 01/11/2021
HEALTHY LIVING: Dispelling myths about the covid-19 vaccine Posted: 11 January 2021 [05:31 PM] Hospital of Central Connecticut The arrival of the first covid-19 vaccine in Connecticut is a historic scientific breakthrough. It promises to help…
Scientists decry death by 1,000 cuts for world's insects Posted: 11 January 2021 [04:22 PM] The world’s vital insect kingdom is undergoing “death by a thousand cuts,” the world’s top bug experts said. Climate change, insecticides, herbicides,…
League of Women Voters New Britain giving residents chance to connect with local state legislators Posted: 11 January 2021 [02:21 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The League of Women Voters New Britain is hosting its annual legislative “brunch” Saturday to give residents a…
Native of Colombia, now living in New Britain and learning English, brings unique art to city Posted: 11 January 2021 [01:49 PM] NEW BRITAIN – On display at the Siena Learning Center is a magical piece of art created by a student from…
Police: Connecticut man stabbed cashier over price of milk Posted: 11 January 2021 [10:35 AM] WATERBURY - A Connecticut man was arrested for stabbing a Walmart clerk over the price of milk, police said. The assault happened…