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Thursday 07/02/2020
Connecticut bars not likely to reopen as originally planned Posted: 02 July 2020 [01:56 PM] Gov. Ned Lamont said Thursday he plans to make a decision next week about whether to allow bars in Connecticut to reopen…
Federal lawsuit filed to allow mail-in voting in Connecticut Posted: 02 July 2020 [12:30 PM] HARTFORD - A federal lawsuit was filed Thursday to make mail-in voting for the November election available to all eligible Connecticut voters…
Trio of former UConn basketball greats leading social justice charge Posted: 02 July 2020 [11:57 AM] NEW YORK - Renee Montgomery and Tiffany Hayes appreciated what former UConn teammate Maya Moore was doing when the All-Star forward stepped…
AAA expects state residents to take multiple road trips this summer, offers tips to stay safe Posted: 02 July 2020 [11:26 AM] With summer vacations thrown off this year by the COVID-19 pandemic, AAA still estimates New Englanders will take almost 38 million…
Wednesday 07/01/2020
New Britain Bees have sports spotlight to themselves as Future League season begins Posted: 01 July 2020 [05:44 PM] NEW BRITAIN - The echoing of the ball hitting the bat, the pop of the leather glove, the call of the…
Connecticut officials denounce racist acts, pledge reforms Posted: 01 July 2020 [04:40 PM] Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont joined other state and local officials Wednesday in denouncing racist acts and pledging systemic reforms, in response to…
Wide-variety of webinars taking place over next two months for seniors, loved ones Posted: 01 July 2020 [11:18 AM] Caring for a loved one with dementia, preventing falls and ending loneliness are not issues that can be put on hold…
Tuesday 06/30/2020
Social distancing ambassadors among new youth program's jobs Posted: 30 June 2020 [01:58 PM] HARTFORD - Connecticut plans to expand a year-round employment program for youths to include opportunities in the COVID-19 age, including work as…
Angelo's Market expands outdoor seating area for customers, offering inside option as well Posted: 30 June 2020 [12:26 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Angelo’s Market has remained open during the pandemic and has made the necessary adjustments to welcome patrons back…
COVID rates elsewhere could affect Connecticut's next reopening phase Posted: 30 June 2020 [11:36 AM] Gov. Ned Lamont said Monday he's watching the rising number of COVID-19 cases in other parts of the country and is considering…
Travelers tournament to help fund police training initiative Posted: 30 June 2020 [10:59 AM] HARTFORD - The Travelers Championship is giving some of the money raised by last week's golf tournament in Connecticut to help create…
Wound care treatment during COVID-19; why it's so important Posted: 30 June 2020 [10:52 AM] According to the U.S. National Institutes of Health, roughly 6.5 million people suffer from chronic wounds that are slow to heal. These…
Monday 06/29/2020
Prosecutor under scrutiny withdraws bid for reappointment Posted: 29 June 2020 [03:51 PM] HARTFORD - A top Connecticut prosecutor on Monday withdrew her application for reappointment after being suspended and publicly criticized for taking years…
Lamont unveils $33 million plan to help renters, homeowners Posted: 29 June 2020 [03:49 PM] HARTFORD - Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont on Monday unveiled a $33 million plan, which includes both state and federal resources, to provide…
Arrest made in connection with 1998 killing at Farmington reservoir Posted: 29 June 2020 [11:02 AM] FARMINGTON - Connecticut police have made an arrest in connection with the 1998 killing of a 26-year-old woman who was shot to…
Christopher Columbus statue near Connecticut Capitol removed Posted: 29 June 2020 [09:37 AM] HARTFORD - Crews removed a statue of Christopher Columbus from its pedestal about a block from the state Capitol in Connecticut early…
Sunday 06/28/2020
SENIOR SIGNALS: Adding another name to your bank account doesn't transfer ownership Posted: 28 June 2020 [08:57 PM] By DANIEL O. TULLY Many seniors are under the false impression that by merely adding their child’s name to a bank account,…
COVID-19 is still infecting local residents, according to updated report Posted: 28 June 2020 [05:56 PM] Most area towns saw a slight increase of positive COVID-19 cases on Sunday, according to data released by state health officials.…
Going back to the gym Posted: 28 June 2020 [05:15 PM] Local residents who value physical fitness as part of their healthy lifestyle are slowly returning to gyms. For Erin Eatmon, it’s…
Saturday 06/27/2020
Posted: 27 June 2020 [05:24 PM] Area cities all saw small changes to its confirmed COVID-19 cases on Saturday, according to data released by state health officials. New Britain had three new cases, bringing the number up to 988 with another 74 considered probable,…
City pools have reopened and residents flock in to beat the summer heat Posted: 27 June 2020 [05:22 PM] Despite the rolling grey clouds showing the potential for rain, residents were eager to jump into the cold waters of New…
Friday 06/26/2020
Fee for single-use plastic bags coming back Posted: 26 June 2020 [02:56 PM] An executive order waiving the fee on single-use plastic bags will expire at the end of the month. The Department of…
Group of seniors at Middlewoods, including two Army vets, celebrate American flag Posted: 26 June 2020 [12:07 PM] The American flag was celebrated in all its glory by a group of seniors at Middlewoods of Farmington this June. Resident…
Connecticut officials unveil plans to reopen schools in fall Posted: 26 June 2020 [11:08 AM] Connecticut officials on Thursday unveiled plans to have students in grades K-12 return to their classrooms this fall, but with safety measures…
Thursday 06/25/2020
Fireworks are booming before July 4, but why the ruckus? Posted: 25 June 2020 [12:05 PM] NEW YORK - They are a symbol of celebration, loudly lighting up the night sky and best known in the U.S. as…
Man charged with social media threat to shoot police Posted: 25 June 2020 [11:59 AM] NEWTOWN - A Connecticut man has been charged with threatening to shoot police in a social media post, state police said Thursday.…
Wednesday 06/24/2020
Despite three testing positive for coronavirus, plus more players withdrawing, Travelers Championship will play on Posted: 24 June 2020 [05:44 PM] CROMWELL - The PGA Tour will go ahead as planned with the 2020 Travelers Championship. Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan made the…
Church leaders create multifaith prayer services to further Black Lives Matter movement Posted: 24 June 2020 [03:16 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Energized by the nation’s passion for social justice following the death of George Floyd and the calls to…
UConn students to return 2 weeks early before classes start Posted: 24 June 2020 [02:18 PM] STORRS - UConn officials say they will be bringing students who plan to live on campus back to Storrs on August 14,…
Travelers to NY, New Jersey, Connecticut are told to isolate Posted: 24 June 2020 [01:31 PM] NEW YORK - New York, Connecticut and New Jersey will require visitors from states with high coronavirus infection rates to quarantine for…
Opponents of removing Columbus statue rally in New Haven, clash with supporters Posted: 24 June 2020 [11:42 AM] NEW HAVEN - Opponents and supporters of a Christopher Columbus statue in New Haven clashed Wednesday, shouting and at one point shoving…
Tuesday 06/23/2020
Bristol has double-digit increase in confirmed COVID-19 cases, updates from Plymouth, Southington, Plainville Posted: 23 June 2020 [05:48 PM] A day after having no increases in confirmed COVID-19 cases in the entire area, Tuesday’s report wasn’t as positive for Bristol,…
Tips to make sure your car is ready to tackle summer heat during pandemic Posted: 23 June 2020 [02:57 PM] As the temperatures begin to rise and the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact nearly every aspect of people’s lives, cars are…
New Britain single mother of 7 struggled with, then beat COVID-19, pneumonia; local church, Nutmeg Big Brothers Big Sisters stepped up to help Posted: 23 June 2020 [02:44 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Just weeks after the COVID-19 outbreak, the pandemic was not simply something Miriam Martinez read about in the…
Connecticut begins partially reopening some DMV offices, including New Britain Posted: 23 June 2020 [02:26 PM] The Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles on Tuesday partially reopened four of its branches to begin offering in-person licensing and new vehicle…
Alzheimer's association hosting virtual lunch and learn, including helping families to battle the disaease Posted: 23 June 2020 [01:29 PM] Alzheimer’s disease and dementia hasn’t been slowed down by the coronavirus pandemic and neither has the association committed to fighting it.…
Budgets put limits on social distancing options for schools Posted: 23 June 2020 [11:50 AM] As schools consider how and when to reopen their buildings during the pandemic, many are finding themselves overwhelmed by the potential expenses…
Lamont open to idea of regional quarantine for visitors Posted: 23 June 2020 [11:43 AM] Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont is open to the idea of working with neighboring states to have visitors self-quarantine for two weeks if…
Newington resident hoping new business will help reduce unemployment trend Posted: 23 June 2020 [11:25 AM] A local entrepreneur and career aviator has a solution to tackle unemployment in this country. Barry Alexander, founder and CEO of…
My Wife Didn't Cook restaurant gaining new customers as southern classic dishes are big hit Posted: 23 June 2020 [11:21 AM] As the COVID-19 pandemic enters its fourth month, restaurants are getting adjusted to new ways of operating that comply with how…
Monday 06/22/2020
HEALTHY LIVING: Wound healing awareness month brings attention to the treatment of common wounds Posted: 22 June 2020 [05:12 PM] Bristol Health Wound Healing Awareness Month, or WHAM, is a month-long celebration that takes place in June and focuses on common…
No new confirmed COVID-19 cases, deaths in area; state hospitalizations drops to 140 Posted: 22 June 2020 [04:40 PM] Out of more than 2,100 coronavirus tests reported Monday, just 27 were added as positive cases statewide. There were also nine…
New Britain youth leader, UConn student doing her part to support Black Lives Matter movement Posted: 22 June 2020 [01:17 PM] NEW BRITAIN – To be an ally toward the Black Lives Matter movement means to be actively involved for Mahmuda Chowdhury,…
Sunday 06/21/2020
Posted: 21 June 2020 [08:05 PM] NEW YORK - President Donald Trump's return to the campaign trail was designed to show strength and enthusiasm heading into the critical final months before an election that will decide whether he remains in the White House. Instead, his weekend…
SENIOR SIGNALS: Making sure you have a plan is key to avoiding a crisis Posted: 21 June 2020 [07:50 PM] By DANIEL O. TULLY One of the most gratifying aspects of my job as an elder law attorney is being able to…
ELDER SECURITY: Taking a look at estates and probates Posted: 21 June 2020 [07:44 PM] By STEPHEN O. ALLAIRE When someone passes on, the family is often at a loss of what to do. Here is an…
COVID-19 update: cases remain fairly steady in area towns Posted: 21 June 2020 [05:33 PM] While states like Florida are diagnosing new coronavirus cases in the thousands each day since reopening, Connecticut added just 40 cases…
A few dine out for Father's Day Sunday Posted: 21 June 2020 [05:26 PM] Father’s Day was a special occasion for Rudy Roa Sunday, as his wife Cassandra and their four young children took him…
Friday 06/19/2020
No Boundaries Youth Theater cancels summer production Posted: 19 June 2020 [02:37 PM] STAFF REPORT No Boundaries Youth Theater has canceled its planned summer production of Seussical Jr. due to concerns over the coronavirus pandemic.…