Newington police report the following: Jashaira Torres, 27, of 119 S. Marshall St., C1, Hartford, was charged on Jan. 4 with second…
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Friday 01/15/2021
Swatting incident in Newington Posted: 15 January 2021 [07:18 PM] A potentially-deadly trend has hit home, straining law enforcement and putting whole communities in danger. It’s a harassment technique known as…
Rotarians wear blue on National Human Trafficking Awareness Day Posted: 15 January 2021 [07:17 PM] NEWINGTON – Sex trafficking is a problem that extends well beyond the Berlin Turnpike to the far reaches of the globe,…
Al electric rates go up, Eversource offers some assistance Posted: 15 January 2021 [07:16 PM] BERLIN - People who are alarmed by an increase on their Eversource statement this month and can’t foot the bill are…
Parks and Recreation encourages outdoor winter recreation Posted: 15 January 2021 [07:14 PM] NEWINGTON - You know the times are unprecedented when families are shooting hoops and swinging rackets in the park in the…
Hartford HealthCare opens personal protective equipment warehouse in Newington Posted: 15 January 2021 [07:13 PM] NEWINGTON - Hartford HealthCare opened a warehouse in town last week dedicated to storing personal protective equipment. The 54,000 square foot…
Turco lays out priorities at swearing-in Posted: 15 January 2021 [07:12 PM] Democratic state Rep. Gary Turco was sworn-in on Wednesday, Jan. 6, to serve the community of Newington in District 27 for his…
Pet of the Week: Athena Posted: 15 January 2021 [07:11 PM] It’s easy to admire Athena for her beauty, but she’s got a sweet personality to match. This 10-year-old tortoiseshell kitty has received…
Friday 01/08/2021
Area seeing a 'plague' of car break-ins and thefts Posted: 08 January 2021 [08:14 PM] By JUSTIN MUSZYNSKI @MUSZYNSKIBP In 2020, most area communities saw a drastic spike in car thefts and vehicle break-ins -…
Restaurants finding innovative ways to survive Posted: 08 January 2021 [08:13 PM] NEWINGTON – As they grapple with an even deeper cut to business due to tightened covid-19 restrictions and seasonal setbacks, restaurant…
Town leaders update public during Talk to the Mayor Posted: 08 January 2021 [08:13 PM] NEWINGTON - Mayor Beth DelBuono was joined by half-a-dozen other town leaders during Newington Community Television’s Talk to the Mayor show…
Turco seeks members for a Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee Posted: 08 January 2021 [08:12 PM] NEWINGTON - How might the State of Connecticut better serve its veteran community and military service members? State Rep. Gary Turco,…
School district develops 'Digital Citizenship' online course Posted: 08 January 2021 [08:11 PM] NEWINGTON - The school district is piloting its very first online class, in hopes of broadening students’ learning opportunities, meeting state…
Newington police blotter Posted: 08 January 2021 [08:10 PM] Newington police report the following: Brian Marino, 54, of 289 Shaker Road, Enfield, was charged on Dec. 29 with third degree burglary,…
Stories of the Week Podcast: Newington Police Chief Clark talks recent rise in car break-ins, how you can stop them Posted: 08 January 2021 [12:19 PM] STORIES OF THE WEEK PODCAST This week's special guest is Newington Police Chief Stephen Clark, who discusses the factors causing an increase…
Friday 01/01/2021
A look back at the top stories in Newington in 2020 Posted: 01 January 2021 [06:35 PM] Without a shadow of a doubt, the last twelve months marked a momentous year in the town’s history. While the covid-19…
Pete Forcellina resigns as head of Newington Chamber of Commerce Posted: 01 January 2021 [06:34 PM] NEWINGTON – The Newington Chamber of Commerce begins the New Year with a strong executive board at the helm, but no…
Library program focuses on ways to prevent suicide Posted: 01 January 2021 [06:33 PM] NEWINGTON - These are trying times, but there is help out there if you or someone you know is contemplating suicide.…
Pet of the Week: Mystique Posted: 01 January 2021 [06:32 PM] This is 18-year-old Mystique, a beautiful, medium hair indoor-only cat. She is waiting for her new family at our Adoption Center in…
Newington police blotter Posted: 01 January 2021 [06:31 PM] Newington police report the following: Dushko V. Vulchev, 44, of 343 Court St., Houlton, Maine, was charged on Dec. 22 with third…
Requiem for a Christmas tree: Decorated today, pulp tomorrow Posted: 01 January 2021 [06:31 PM] (Early in December): “O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree, How lovely are thy branches!” (Jan. 1): “O Christmas Tree, O Christmas…
Friday 12/25/2020
Extended-stay hotel eyed for Cedar Street site Posted: 25 December 2020 [07:49 PM] NEWINGTON – In an ongoing effort to lessen the local tax burden through new economic development, town officials are now in…
Community input sought in NHS mascot search Posted: 25 December 2020 [07:48 PM] NEWINGTON - If not the Indians, who would you like to cheer on at Newington High School sporting events? The Board…
Neighboring businesses deliver holiday joy to Bel-Air Manor Posted: 25 December 2020 [07:47 PM] NEWINGTON - Neighbors of Bel-Air Manor care about the nursing facility’s residents and staff, so much so that they made a…
Town Hall closed through the holidays Posted: 25 December 2020 [07:46 PM] NEWINGTON - Town Hall and other facilities to remain closed at least through the holidays due to continued rising cases among…
State, town officials tackle car break-in problem Posted: 25 December 2020 [07:45 PM] Legislators, town officials, police, criminal justice and child advocates are all pulling from their respective expertise to tackle a crime plaguing…
Newington police blotter Posted: 25 December 2020 [07:45 PM] Newington police report the following: Moncherrie L. Webb, 30, of 39 Eastview St., Hartford, was charged on Dec. 13 with driving under…
Pet of the Week: Versace Posted: 25 December 2020 [07:43 PM] Versace is a 1-year-old Siberian Husky mix at our Waterford Adoption Center. She can live in a single family home with adults…
Monday 12/21/2020
New Britain goes over 5,000 in coronavirus cases, has three more virus-associated deaths; Newington, Southington each have one death Posted: 21 December 2020 [05:59 PM] There were 12 area residents who died from coronavirus-associated illness since Thursday, according to state health officials. Bristol had five virus-associated…
Friday 12/18/2020
Four recipients added to Wall of Honor Posted: 18 December 2020 [08:46 PM] NEWINGTON – Among the countless volunteers who made the town a better place over the last year, four were chosen to…
One, two, tree: Newington completes inventory of its trees Posted: 18 December 2020 [08:45 PM] NEWINGTON - The town is now one of only a handful in the United States to have a full catalogue of…
Karen Gagliardi retires as Human Services secretary Posted: 18 December 2020 [08:44 PM] NEWINGTON – Anyone who reached out to the town for assistance with bills, a mental health crisis or another personal problem…
Pet of the Week: Hedy Posted: 18 December 2020 [08:43 PM] Hedy is a 10-year-old spayed female cat at our Westport Adoption Center. Hedy originally came from a cat colony and therefore has…
Newington police blotter Posted: 18 December 2020 [08:42 PM] Newington police report the following: Michael Robert Ross, 44, of 222 Reservoir Road, Newington, was charged on Dec. 10 with disorderly conduct.…
Saturday 12/12/2020
Posted: 12 December 2020 [10:45 AM] The regional health authority is in the process of revising its Sanitary Code, which governs safe operations inside restaurants, public pools, motels and salons in Newington, Berlin, Wethersfield and Rocky Hill. The Central Connecticut Health District’s proposed 2020…
Rotary helping with Oliver's Pajama Project Posted: 12 December 2020 [10:43 AM] NEWINGTON - Beginning this week, you have the opportunity to make certain that as temperatures turn colder hudreds of Connecticut children will…
Some drivers will 'catch a brake' this season Posted: 12 December 2020 [10:42 AM] NEWINGTON - Drivers pulled over for a broken headlight or taillight in town this holiday season may get a pleasant surprise…
Virtual Diamonds in the Ruff gala raises $40K for CT Humane Society Posted: 12 December 2020 [10:40 AM] NEWINGTON - Veterinary care is within reach for many more families and their pets across the state even during tough times, thanks…
Pet of the Week: Chloe Posted: 12 December 2020 [10:38 AM] Chow-Chow dogs are guardian breed dogs. They tend to be loyal to and protective of their families and territories, but skeptical of…
Newington police blotter Posted: 12 December 2020 [10:37 AM] Newington police report the following: Gabriel Rodriguez, 28, of 93 Cipolla Drive, East Hartford, was charged on Nov. 30 with third…
Friday 12/04/2020
Covid-19 hits Town Hall Posted: 04 December 2020 [08:18 PM] NEWINGTON – The coronavirus has infiltrated the Town Hall, Town Manager Keith Chapman informed elected officials this week. A number of…
Newington Parks & Rec reinvents some holiday events Posted: 04 December 2020 [08:18 PM] NEWINGTON – It’s not Christmas in Newington without light from the giant blue spruce downtown blanketing Main Street and an appearance…
Garfield Street in Newington dedicated to former police chief Posted: 04 December 2020 [08:15 PM] NEWINGTON - The roadway in which the town, police department and school district are headquartered will be dedicated in memory of…
Eagle Lantern Park Turkey Trot raises $3,000 Posted: 04 December 2020 [08:14 PM] NEWINGTON - One neighborhood came together to raise over $3,000 for neighbors in need this Thanksgiving. The 10th annual Thanksgiving Turkey…
Pet of the Week: Peanut Posted: 04 December 2020 [08:13 PM] Five-Year-old Peanut is small in stature but her personality is mighty! She is a happy, bouncy girl with lots of energy! Peanut…
Newington police blotter Posted: 04 December 2020 [08:13 PM] Newington police report the following: William S. Kleczkowski, 71, of 157 Back Lane, Newington, was charged on Nov. 24 with disorderly conduct,…
Friday 11/27/2020
Stuff-A-Cruiser rerouted to Newington Police headquarters Posted: 27 November 2020 [08:25 PM] NEWINGTON – Newington Police have rerouted plans for its annual Stuff-a-Cruiser event this year. Due to the ongoing covid-19 pandemic, police…
150th Anniversary Calendar showcases Newington's artistic talent Posted: 27 November 2020 [08:23 PM] NEWINGTON - The artistry featured in Newington’s 2021 Commemorative Calendar comes from residents who clearly love their town. Compiled by…
Thanksgiving Turkey Trot is held with covid adjustments Posted: 27 November 2020 [08:22 PM] NEWINGTON - A neighborhood in the northwestern corner of town continued a Thanksgiving tradition that began over a decade ago. On…
Newington Parks & Rec plans several Holiday events Posted: 27 November 2020 [08:22 PM] NEWINGTON - Parks and Recreation Department joins with Santa Claus to spread the holiday spirit without spreading germs! Instead of bringing the…
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