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Wednesday 07/11/2018
Newington's General Evon promoted to head of Connecticut National Guard Posted: 11 July 2018 [08:54 PM] One of Newington’s own has been appointed Adjutant General and Commander of the Connecticut National Guard. Town resident and U.S. Army…
Extravaganza promises to be Newington's biggest ever Posted: 11 July 2018 [08:54 PM] NEWINGTON - Organizers say the 37th annual Life. Be in it. Extravaganza - which kicks off next week - will be…
Get fresh, won't you? Newington's Farmers Market is now open every Saturday Posted: 11 July 2018 [07:38 PM] NEWINGTON – Now through the end of October, residents can pick up fresh produce and locally-made food and goods downtown…
Heat wave generating business for Connecticut Home Generators Posted: 11 July 2018 [07:38 PM] NEWINGTON - Recent tornadoes and heat waves have left some residents scrambling to make certain their home cooling systems are working…
Pet of the Week: Lincoln Posted: 11 July 2018 [07:38 PM] Lincoln is an 8-year-old Pit Bull mix looking for his forever home at our Westport location. Lincoln can live in a single…
Newington police blotter Posted: 11 July 2018 [07:18 PM] Newington police report the following: Jovanna L. Aquino, 22 Boxwood Court, Waterbury, was charged on June 26 with possession of less than…
Recipients represented at inaugural Greater Newington Charitable Society event Posted: 11 July 2018 [07:01 PM] NEWINGTON - The Greater Newington Charitable Society (GNCS) held its first Membership Invitational Meeting last month at Indian Hill Country Club. Prospective…
Tedeschi takes Rotary reins at Installation of Officers Posted: 11 July 2018 [06:56 PM] Newington Rotarians and guests recently came together at Casa Mia at the Hawthorne to celebrate the club’s annual installation of officers for…
Tuesday 07/03/2018
Dr. Collins reflects on his 18 years with Newington schools Posted: 03 July 2018 [07:56 PM] NEWINGTON - After announcing his resignation last week, Superintendent of Schools Dr. William Collins has departed the town he said he…
Blumenthal joins the Leonards at Mill Pond Pool to promote safety Posted: 03 July 2018 [07:48 PM] NEWINGTON – U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal joined Stew Leonard Jr. at Mill Pond Pool this week. Not for a casual…
Summer Fun Runs keep up a tradition on the trails Posted: 03 July 2018 [07:33 PM] NEWINGTON - This is a running town if there ever was one. Not only is Newington the genesis of famed marathon…
Pet of the Week: Hank Posted: 03 July 2018 [07:33 PM] Introducing Hank. If you are the type of family that enjoys having a calming effect in your lives, then consider taking Hank…
Famous cowboy cook talks beef during visit to Stew Leonard's Posted: 03 July 2018 [07:23 PM] NEWINGTON - Cowboy cook and Food Network guest chef Kent Rollins spent the day at Stew Leonard’s Sunday. Rollins and his…
Saz's brings savory Jamaican food to Newington Posted: 03 July 2018 [07:16 PM] NEWINGTON - Mayor Roy Zartarian, members of the Chamber of Commerce and Dolores Campbell, owner of Saz Jamaican Restaurant, cut the…
Thursday 06/28/2018
Personal tragedy led Stew Leonard Jr. to stress pool safety Posted: 28 June 2018 [09:44 PM] NEWINGTON – As the heat index rises and residents flock to pools, beaches and lakes to cool off, one family…
'Uncertainty and opportunity' await Newington High School graduates Posted: 28 June 2018 [09:44 PM] Two-hundred and ninety students walked across the stage at the Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford last Thursday night, receiving their…
Newington High School's graduating Class of 2018 Posted: 28 June 2018 [09:43 PM] Juffymol Abraham Sean Abrams Dominika Adamczyk Omair Ahmad Mohammed Ahmed Asma’a Alsaqri Louis Antinerella Ashley Arborio Benjamin Arora Syed Asar Ashley Ault…
'Got Lunch! Newington' taking action against hunger Posted: 28 June 2018 [09:43 PM] Hunger is no match for a group that met with the Newington Kiwanis Club this week. Newington Hunger Action Team…
Rotary offering 'Friend of Rotary' plaques at new pavilion Posted: 28 June 2018 [09:43 PM] Newington Rotary has come up with a unique way for Newington businesses to publicize their companies and for residents to immortalize their…
Pet of the Week: Daisy Posted: 28 June 2018 [09:42 PM] This little princess is Daisy. Daisy, 7 years old, lives by the motto, “Though she be but little, she is fierce,” and…
Newington police blotter Posted: 28 June 2018 [09:32 PM] Newington police report the following: Patricia Gladding, 24, 10 Linden Court, Bloomfield, was charged on June 17 with possession of drug paraphernalia…
Wednesday 06/20/2018
Council unanimously OKs tax agreement for Cedar Mountain Villas Posted: 20 June 2018 [02:53 PM] NEWINGTON – The town has paved the way for a new senior living community and hefty grand list addition. Town councilors…
NHS valedictorian eyes future as actuarian and world traveler Posted: 20 June 2018 [02:52 PM] NEWINGTON - The senior class’ top student credits teachers and family with anchoring his academic and personal success. Class…
NHS salutatorian plans to study history and psychology Posted: 20 June 2018 [02:34 PM] NEWINGTON - Kind and humble are two words that can be used to describe the Class of 2018 Salutatorian. When Jessica…
Newington Business Spotlight: French's Worldwide Travel Posted: 20 June 2018 [02:32 PM] NEWINGTON - Looking to expand your horizons? The ladies at French’s Worldwide Travel have the latest scoop on trendy and up-and-coming…
Pet of the Week: Twinkle Posted: 20 June 2018 [02:31 PM] Twinkle is a beautiful girl and she sure knows how to strut her stuff. Twinkle loves to spend time with people, but…
Newington police blotter Posted: 20 June 2018 [02:30 PM] Newington police report the following: John Barefoot, 56, 30 Hinman St., Meriden, was charged on June 12 with fifth-degree larceny. Elliott…
Friday 06/15/2018
Southington man charged in Newington sexual assault Posted: 15 June 2018 [03:01 PM] NEWINGTON – A Southington man was held on $250,000 Friday after his arraigned on a first-degree sexual assault charge. Justin Sanchez,…
Wednesday 06/13/2018
Chamber of Commerce recognizes the Best of Newington at its annual dinner Posted: 13 June 2018 [06:03 PM] NEWINGTON -- A novel idea to “spice up” an annual meeting of local businesspeople several years ago has since blossomed into…
Library kicks off its Summer Reading season Posted: 13 June 2018 [06:02 PM] NEWINGTON - Summer reading officially begins this Friday, June 15. The Lucy Robbins Welles Library is celebrating the occasion with a…
Bob Newbold, Ann Marino, Jean Henry among '60 Over 60' Posted: 13 June 2018 [06:01 PM] NEWINGTON - Three residents were selected in Duncaster’s prestigious 2018 Class of Connecticut’s 60 Over 60. Bob Newbold, Ann Marino and…
Service and support dogs a lifeline for many Posted: 13 June 2018 [06:01 PM] During their daily walk before work, Superintendent of Newington Parks and Recreation Bill DeMaio and his German shepherd Izaac cross busy…
Newington police blotter Posted: 13 June 2018 [06:01 PM] Newington police report the following: Edinson Jaramillo, 49, 87 South Main St., Naugatuck, was charged on June 6 with disorderly conduct. Jennifer…
Developer defends school-shooting game as victims complain Posted: 13 June 2018 [03:40 PM] HARTFORD - The developer of a school-shooting video game is vowing to continue selling it online as parents of slain children and…
Tuesday 06/12/2018
Best of Newington first, second and third place winners Posted: 12 June 2018 [09:26 PM] Accountant: AJ Bafundo/ Daniele & Associates/ Milluzzo Animal/Pet Care: Hartford Veterinary Hospital (Dr. Haines)/ CT Humane Society/ Great Crate Escape/ The…
Tuesday 06/05/2018
Don't miss Cruising Newington in Market Square June 14 Posted: 05 June 2018 [08:45 PM] NEWINGTON - The car show locals revere as the most enjoyable of the summer season is coming up next week. Set…
Board of Education, Town Council facing 'disconnect' Posted: 05 June 2018 [08:45 PM] NEWINGTON - School officials are taking the reins on future Board of Education offices into their own hands. BOE members plan…
Senator Murphy, high school students tour Newington manufacturing plant Posted: 05 June 2018 [08:43 PM] NEWINGTON - U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy was joined by students from New Britain High School in a recent visit to a…
Veteran Firefighters Association hosting golf tournament June 15 Posted: 05 June 2018 [08:43 PM] NEWINGTON - Retired and active firefighters are inviting the public to join them at an upcoming golf tournament and reception next…
Pet of the Week: Papi Posted: 05 June 2018 [08:42 PM] Meet Papi, an 11-year-old orange and yellow Conure at our Newington Care Center. Large birds such as parrots and cockatoos can be…
Wrestler Bob Backlund makes appearance as vendor at the Kiwanis Big K Flea Market Posted: 05 June 2018 [08:31 PM] NEWINGTON - After inclement weather caused a slow start to the Big K Flea Market’s spring season, the sun cooperated last Sunday…
Zartarian to lead annual butterfly walk June 16 Posted: 05 June 2018 [08:29 PM] HARTFORD: Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation invites you to join Roy Zartarian and the Connecticut Butterfly Association on Saturday, June 16, at 10…
Newington police blotter Posted: 05 June 2018 [08:27 PM] Newington police report the following: Chester Kinley, 31, 166 Pendleton, New Britain, was charged on May 28 with driving under the influence…
Where states, including Connecticut, stand on legal sports gambling Posted: 05 June 2018 [02:20 PM] WASHINGTON - With Delaware expanding legal sports gambling on Tuesday, a look at where states stand three weeks after the U.S. Supreme…
Tuesday 05/29/2018
Giving Garden benefits Newington Food Bank Posted: 29 May 2018 [06:29 PM] NEWINGTON - In 2014, a few members of the Newington Senior and Disabled Center tried their hands at gardening. Four years…
Future of Cedar Mountain Villas project remains in limbo Posted: 29 May 2018 [06:29 PM] NEWINGTON - To be or not to be: that is the question facing the Cedar Mountain Villas. Motorists coming down the…
Curbside clothing recycling may be coming to Newington Posted: 29 May 2018 [06:28 PM] NEWINGTON - The town is considering curbside clothing collection, as part of a free program already adopted by surrounding towns. A representative…
Argentine culture on display at Mini-Tango Festival Posted: 29 May 2018 [06:28 PM] A sub-culture that exists largely underground came out in full force this past weekend. Many may not be aware of it, but…
Pet of the Week: Merlin Posted: 29 May 2018 [06:27 PM] This is 6-year-old Merlin, who is presently at our Newington Care Center. Merlin can live in any size home, including apartments. He…
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