A small-town girl from northern Maine, Torry Bernard found herself sleeping in her car in a Berlin Turnpike commuter lot. In…
Posted: 14 August 2020 [02:14 PM] News
Top Story
Posted: 14 August 2020 [02:14 PM] Recent Headlines
Friday 08/14/2020
The mystery of Cedarcrest Hospital Posted: 14 August 2020 [02:14 PM] Among the mysteries atop Newington’s Cedar Mountain – UFO reports, a web of unmarked trails and an abandoned psychiatric facility going…
Pet of the Week: Charlie Posted: 14 August 2020 [02:13 PM] This handsome tuxedo cat is Charlie and Charlie is looking for a quiet home with experienced cat folks. This healthy 5-year-old loves…
Newington police blotter Posted: 14 August 2020 [02:12 PM] Newington police report the following: Douglas Mosby, 52, of 7 Lynn Circle, Bloomfield, was charged on August 3 with driving under suspension.…
Tuesday 08/11/2020
Congressional candidate quits race following arrest in Wethersfield assault case Posted: 11 August 2020 [03:17 PM] A Republican candidate for Congress in Connecticut dropped out of the race Tuesday as voters were going to the polls in his…
Saturday 08/08/2020
Eversource releases estimates on when power will be fully restored Posted: 08 August 2020 [07:31 PM] More than 219,000 Eversource customers remain without power after Tropical Storm Isaias hit Connecticut on Tuesday afternoon. The electricity provider was…
Friday 08/07/2020
SENIOR SIGNALS: Taking a look at health care directives Posted: 07 August 2020 [08:04 PM] Attorney You have decided to follow your physician’s advice and complete your health care directive, thus providing a clear understanding of your…
Stay vigilant, says head of Central CT Health District Posted: 07 August 2020 [07:59 PM] Local health officials are preparing for the worst as school returns this fall, offering the coronavirus ample opportunity to spread like…
Protesters converge on Eversource headquarters Posted: 07 August 2020 [07:58 PM] BERLIN – Members of the community held up signs in front of Eversource headquarters Friday afternoon as they protested the recent…
Newington clearing debris after Tropical Storm Isaias Posted: 07 August 2020 [07:57 PM] Newington has begun cleaning up after Storm Isaias wreaked havoc across the region this week. Residents could be seen out…
Pet of the Week: Spazzy Posted: 07 August 2020 [07:54 PM] This beautiful kitty, Spazzy, is 12 years young and she is ready for new adventures. Spazzy, who is currently at our Waterford…
Wednesday 08/05/2020
Youth forum, roundtable in Newington postponed due to storm, has new date Posted: 05 August 2020 [01:32 PM] NEWINGTON – A youth forum scheduled for Wednesday evening has been postponed due to the storm. Newington’s legislative contingent was preparing…
Monday 08/03/2020
American Savings Foundation announces Kenney scholarship winners, including two from Newington Posted: 03 August 2020 [02:26 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The American Savings Foundation announced the recipients of the Robert T. Kenney Scholarship Monday morning. With college students…
Newington police investigating drive-by shooting at local home Posted: 03 August 2020 [09:53 AM] NEWINGTON – Police are investigating a drive-by shooting Sunday night at a local home. Multiple people inside the home on Robbins…
Friday 07/31/2020
Black Lives, Police Lives matter protesters square off Posted: 31 July 2020 [09:03 PM] It was Black Lives Matter versus Police Lives Matter in a Newington park Wednesday night. When word spread that Black Lives…
Newington preparing its 'road map for the future' Posted: 31 July 2020 [09:03 PM] NEWINGTON – The town is preparing its road map for the next decade and wants your opinion on the journey as…
Legislators to hold Youth Forum in Churchill Park Posted: 31 July 2020 [09:03 PM] NEWINGTON - Legislators are hosting a gathering for area teens in hopes of learning about the challenges unique to them right…
Health care workers could be rewarded with a trip overseas Posted: 31 July 2020 [09:03 PM] NEWINGTON - Do you know of a health care professional who has busted their butt this year, serving on the front…
Newington Town Crier Posted: 31 July 2020 [09:02 PM] Newington police report the following: Samuel Theirault, 21, of 5 Miles Ave., Newington, was charged on July 20 with second degree breach…
Pet of the Week: Izzy Posted: 31 July 2020 [09:02 PM] Izzy is a 1-year old, spayed female kitty with the cutest double paws you’ll ever see. Although young, she has already decided…
Survey: 20 percent of Newington students likely to opt for distance learning Posted: 31 July 2020 [09:01 PM] NEWINGTON - School will be back in session in September, but the picture will be vastly different. Close to 20 percent…
Hair Cuttery closes, with no indication if it will reopen Posted: 31 July 2020 [08:55 PM] Many area residents will be in need of a haircut after the country’s largest salon chain closed its 13 Connecticut locations,…
Friday 07/24/2020
Box truck accident causes parts of Route 9 in Newington to be closed for hours Posted: 24 July 2020 [03:21 PM] NEWINGTON – A box truck accident Friday morning led to a downed light pole and parts of Route 9 in Newington…
Newington's Veterans Memorial Trailer debuts to rave reviews from community Posted: 24 July 2020 [02:42 PM] NEWINGTON – As a surprise for his family, the late Edward Skehan purchased a spot for his own name on Newington’s…
CT Humane Society senior dogs fetch grant Posted: 24 July 2020 [02:41 PM] NEWINGTON - Walter may have been 9 years old, a little slow at walking, and passionate about naps. But the Australian cattle dog…
Newington gets $500K grant for streetscape improvements Posted: 24 July 2020 [02:40 PM] NEWINGTON - The state of Connecticut has awarded Newington a half-million dollars to continue ongoing streetscape improvements around town. State Rep.…
Town Council honors retired police Lt. Morgan Posted: 24 July 2020 [02:38 PM] NEWINGTON - Newington Police and the community bid a bittersweet farewell to Lieutenant Michael Morgan this summer, who retired from the…
Newington police blotter Posted: 24 July 2020 [02:36 PM] Newington police report the following: Liz Marie Gonzalez, 23, of 89 Britt Road, East Hartford, was charged on July 15 with second…
Friday 07/17/2020
Hunger Action Team goes virtual Posted: 17 July 2020 [12:39 PM] NEWINGTON – Hungry? Don’t have to be. The Newington Hunger Action Team has ramped up its efforts to put food on…
Lucy Robbins Welles Library to hold virtual wine tasting Posted: 17 July 2020 [12:38 PM] NEWINGTON - Many aspects of life as we know it have been turned upside-down by the covid-19 pandemic, leisure and educational…
Contestants sought for 'Central CT 60 Strong' competition Posted: 17 July 2020 [12:37 PM] One local healthcare provider is working to change the lives of older adults, but also the way in which society views…
Traveling dog trainer pursues his passion Posted: 17 July 2020 [12:35 PM] The line “this is my day job” is only spoken by those whose real talents lend themselves elsewhere. It took the…
Parishioners maintain social distancing as churches reopen Posted: 17 July 2020 [12:34 PM] For some worshipers, belonging to a church means returning to mass even under the direst of circumstances. Wearing masks to…
Lake Compounce opening a high point in a roller coaster of a year Posted: 17 July 2020 [12:33 PM] BRISTOL- Ben Burke’s hands flew up as the Rev-O-Lution made its first 360-degree spin five stories in the air during a…
Newington police blotter Posted: 17 July 2020 [12:31 PM] Newington police report the following: Tiffany V. Gladstone, 32, of 176 Berlin Turnpike, was charged on June 20 with second degree breach…
Pet of the Week: Mercury Posted: 17 July 2020 [12:30 PM] This is two-year-old Mercury, a young and energetic kitty with beautiful eyes and tall alert ears. Mercury does not have experience living…
Thursday 07/16/2020
Newington police accuse man of having sexual contact with juvenile he met online Posted: 16 July 2020 [01:29 PM] NEWINGTON – A West Hartford man has been accused of having sexual contact with a minor in Newington after meeting the…
Mosquito with West Nile virus found in Newington Posted: 16 July 2020 [12:39 PM] NEWINGTON - A mosquito infected with the West Nile virus has been found in Newington, the first sign of the virus in…
Wednesday 07/15/2020
'My secret is enjoying life as it comes': New Britain native turning 100 later this month Posted: 15 July 2020 [05:11 PM] NEW BRITAIN – City native Constance DiLorenzo is turning 100 on July 25. And a happy 100 years she’s had, mostly…
Celebrating a birthday with Jazz Posted: 15 July 2020 [05:07 PM] Husband and wife Matt and Atla DeChamplain delivered a very special birthday present to Matt’s 98-year-old grandmother Florence Deschamplain at Jefferson…
Friday 07/10/2020
SENIOR SIGNALS: A care contract can be beneficial to both the elderly and caregiver Posted: 10 July 2020 [11:48 AM] By DANIEL O. TULLY Millions of Americans are currently caring for an elderly family member or friend at home, without receiving regular…
Thursday 07/09/2020
Anna Reynolds School renovation project to go before voters Posted: 09 July 2020 [03:13 PM] NEWINGTON – The fate of Anna Reynolds Elementary School is now in voters’ hands. Newington Public Schools and the Town of…
Churchill Pool reopens with a flood of requests for time slots Posted: 09 July 2020 [03:11 PM] NEWINGTON - Between thunderstorms and COVID-19, people swam at their own risk as Churchill Pool opened for the season. The Town…
Pet of the Week: Nikki Posted: 09 July 2020 [03:11 PM] Oh this kitten, 3-month-old Nikki, sure is cute! Adopting a kitten is a very important decision. This itty bitty kitty will grow…
Veterans' Memorial Trailer to go on 'Celebration Tour' Posted: 09 July 2020 [03:10 PM] NEWINGTON – A never-before-seen Veterans Memorial Celebration is set to take place in town next Wednesday, July 15. Newington Parks and…
Tuesday 07/07/2020
Stew Leonard, Blumenthal remind parents to keep eyes on children when around water this summer Posted: 07 July 2020 [02:08 PM] NEWINGTON – It’s been 31 years since Stew Leonard III drowned before his second birthday, and his parents, Kim and Stew…
Friday 07/03/2020
Newington Farmers Market won't open this summer Posted: 03 July 2020 [07:40 PM] The coronavirus does not have any known impact on what grows in the ground and local farmers still have fresh produce…
'Student of Storytelling' explores her family's odyssey Posted: 03 July 2020 [12:02 AM] In the process of sharing her father’s story through pictures, Kim Nguyen hopes to gain a clearer picture of herself and…
Thursday 07/02/2020
Broadway star, cruise line dancer to lead Children's Theatre Zoom master classes Posted: 02 July 2020 [11:57 PM] The Newington Children’s Theatre Company is proud to add two Zoom master classes to their Summer Stages At Home Edition. On July…
Town Hall could be ready to open by end of July Posted: 02 July 2020 [11:54 PM] NEWINGTON – The town is on track to complete its $28.8 million renovation to Town Hall and the Community Center this…
Calendar