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Friday 09/17/2021
PET OF THE WEEK: Feisha Posted: 17 September 2021 [12:52 PM] PET OF THE WEEK This week, F stands for Feisha and for fluff – because this kitty has so much of it!…
Newington police blotter Posted: 17 September 2021 [10:33 AM] Newington police report the following: Aug. 16 Isaiah Burns, 32, 150 Capen St., Hartford, POS CONTROL SUBSTNCE 1ST OFFNS, illegal possession of…
Thursday 09/16/2021
Eversource crews return home from helping Louisiana residents recover from Hurricane Ida Posted: 16 September 2021 [05:06 PM] BERLIN – Eversource Energy welcomed home local service men Thursday after they spent two weeks in Louisiana to help restore power…
Save pets with every step in Bruno's Way 5K run in Mill Pond Park Posted: 16 September 2021 [02:54 PM] CONNECTICUT HUMANE SOCIETY NEWINGTON – Getting into a fitness routine can be challenging, but here’s some extra motivation this fall: The Bruno’s…
Enrollment open for Newington Children's Theatre Company's fall offerings Posted: 16 September 2021 [09:46 AM] NEWINGTON CHILDREN’S THEATRE COMPANY Enrollment is open for the Newington Children’s Theatre Company’s fall Act Out offerings. Throughout the weekly class, participants…
Newington police blotter Posted: 16 September 2021 [09:40 AM] Newington police report the following: Aug. 13 Joseph William Schulz, 39, 75 Lydall Road, Newington, sixth-degree larceny Oudrawattie Singh, 53, 101 Miami…
Wednesday 09/15/2021
Newington commission seeking public input on human rights issues; here's how to take part Posted: 15 September 2021 [05:10 PM] NEWINGTON - The town body charged with promoting equality and understanding among people of different backgrounds wants to hear from you,…
Berlin police believe they have identified suspect in pizza house assault Posted: 15 September 2021 [11:54 AM] BERLIN – Police believe they have identified the suspect in an assault that took place at a local pizza restaurant. Chris…
Newington police blotter Posted: 15 September 2021 [11:07 AM] Newington police report the following: Aug. 9 Mosad Kaid Almontaser, 24, 298 Tremont St., New Britain, operating an unregistered motor vehicle, operating…
Tuesday 09/14/2021
Hartford HealthCare reaches 97% of full-time employees who are vaccinated; believe federal mandates 'is right thing to do' Posted: 14 September 2021 [04:56 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Hartford HealthCare has more than 97% of its full-time employees vaccinated and continues to say vaccination is the…
Take a free historical tour of the National Iwo Jima Memorial, plus activities for children Posted: 14 September 2021 [01:08 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The Iwo Jima Memorial Historical Foundation Inc. will be hosting free historical tours of the National Iwo Jima…
New business in Berlin focuses on improving performance in baseball and golf athletes, from age 3 to 93 Posted: 14 September 2021 [11:52 AM] BERLIN – The town held a ribbon cutting ceremony for Northeast Performance Institute, a business that offers an array of services…
State police looking to ID suspect, vehicle believed to be involved in violent abduction that ended in Berlin Posted: 14 September 2021 [11:50 AM] State police have released photos of a suspect and a vehicle believed to be involved in a violent abduction that ended…
'Stand Down' event provides access to supplies, services to homeless veterans across region; here's how to help Posted: 14 September 2021 [10:45 AM] Coming up next week is an opportunity for veterans across the local region to access resources, information and services designed for…
Newington Library 5K Challenge Road Race returns for 24th year; here's how to take part Posted: 14 September 2021 [10:44 AM] LUCY ROBBINS WELLES LIBRARY The awaited return of the Newington Library 5K Challenge Road Race will take place on Sunday, Oct. 3.…
Monday 09/13/2021
CT Humane team aids in New Orleans hurricane relief efforts Posted: 13 September 2021 [12:01 PM] CONNECTICUT HUMANE SOCIETY NEWINGTON – Even on holidays, the Connecticut Humane Society team is on-site caring for pets. And on this past…
Sunday 09/12/2021
SENIOR SIGNALS: Ethically protecting your family with Medicare planning Posted: 12 September 2021 [05:48 PM] Attorney I was recently reviewing the State of Connecticut Department of Social Services website when I came upon an explanation of Medicaid…
Saturday 09/11/2021
Remembering the sacrifices of Sept. 11 Posted: 11 September 2021 [08:19 PM] KENSINGTON -- First responders, veterans, visitors and residents gathered outside the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department Saturday morning to remember the sacrifices…
Firefighters fight fire at transfer station Posted: 11 September 2021 [03:35 PM] BERLIN -- Firefighters reported to the outside of the CWPM transfer station around 1 p.m. at 415 Christian Lane to fight…
Friday 09/10/2021
Newington Greater Together Community Fund selects first five grant recipients Posted: 10 September 2021 [09:56 AM] NEWINGTON – Groups taking ownership of town residents’ needs will be recognized in Churchill Park next week. The Newington Greater Together…
PET OF THE WEEK: Ringo Posted: 10 September 2021 [09:52 AM] PET OF THE WEEK Ringo the cat says all he needs is love…and a new home! This handsome 4-year-old kitty enjoys having…
Newington police blotter Posted: 10 September 2021 [09:50 AM] Newington police report the following: August 5 Shahida Bashir, 38, of 950 Farmington Ave. C8, New Britain, sixth-degree larceny Maribel Nadal, 52,…
Thursday 09/09/2021
Newington police blotter Posted: 09 September 2021 [10:01 AM] Newington police report the following: August 5 Anthony L. Lopez, 29, 465 Highland Ave. C6, Middletown, second-degree larceny, second-degree conspiracy to commit…
Wednesday 09/08/2021
Klingberg Family Centers holding foster care, adoption information session Posted: 08 September 2021 [01:57 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Klingberg Family Centers is holding a Foster & Adoptive Parent Information Session via Zoom on Tuesday. From 6-7:30…
One person killed in Newington following crash involving pickup truck, motorized scooter Posted: 08 September 2021 [12:28 PM] NEWINGTON – One person was killed Tuesday in a crash involving a motorized scooter and a pickup truck. Police said the…
Tuesday 09/07/2021
Suspect crashes through Hoffman's Gun Center, steals handguns: police Posted: 07 September 2021 [04:34 PM] NEWINGTON – A local gun store was burglarized Tuesday after someone crashed through the front of the building to get inside.…
Saturday 09/04/2021
Hundreds ride in memory of deceased police officer Posted: 04 September 2021 [08:24 PM] TERRYVILLE -- The local law enforcement community, loved ones, friends and supporters joined together Saturday to remember the service and life…
Friday 09/03/2021
PET OF THE WEEK: Cadbury Posted: 03 September 2021 [11:32 AM] PET OF THE WEEK This Cadbury isn’t known for chocolate, but he is known for being extremely handsome and loving his leafy…
CCHD holding flu vaccine clinics in Berlin, Newington; here's how to sign up Posted: 03 September 2021 [11:31 AM] NEWINGTON – The Central Connecticut Health District (CCHD) will host nine traveling drive-thru flu clinics during the month of October. The…
Thursday 09/02/2021
Newington has minor flooding, no road closures after storm Posted: 02 September 2021 [05:17 PM] NEWINGTON – Hurricane Ida did not cause any major flooding or power loss for Newington Wednesday night into Thursday. “We were…
Remnants of Hurricane Ida bring record rainfall totals, flooding across area cities, towns Posted: 02 September 2021 [03:49 PM] A number of area towns saw serious flooding overnight Wednesday and into Thursday as the remnants of Hurricane Ida moved through…
Newington police blotter Posted: 02 September 2021 [08:43 AM] Newington police report the following: Aug. 3 Joey Lewis, 41, 2 Terrace Ave., New London, second-degree failure to appear, first-degree failure to…
Tuesday 08/31/2021
Newington Children's Theatre Company reopens for 59th season this fall Posted: 31 August 2021 [01:27 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The Newington Children’s Theatre Company, Connecticut’s longest running nonprofit children’s theatre, will be reopening for its 59th season…
Visiting Angels Newington offers comprehensive, customized home care for seniors Posted: 31 August 2021 [09:45 AM] NEW BRITAIN – For comprehensive and customized home care for beloved seniors, the community is encouraged to get in touch with…
Newington police blotter Posted: 31 August 2021 [09:29 AM] Newington police report the following: Aug. 3 Mark Lavoie, 63, 8 Morningside, Weatogue, operating a motor vehicle under the influence Jennifer L.…
Monday 08/30/2021
Eversource crews head from Berlin to Louisiana to assist in recovery efforts in wake of Hurricane Ida Posted: 30 August 2021 [05:07 PM] BERLIN – Eversource linemen, tree crews and support personnel are on their way to Louisiana to assist in recovery efforts in…
Lamont says funding for Anna Reynolds Schools in Newington was 'not a tough decision' during tour [VIDEO] Posted: 30 August 2021 [04:39 PM] NEWINGTON – Deciding to fund the renovation of Anna Reynolds was “not a tough decision” Governor Ned Lamont told town officials…
Sunday 08/29/2021
SENIOR SIGNALS: Planning and asset protection with the threat of the Delta variant Posted: 29 August 2021 [08:44 PM] Attorney Philosopher George Santayana noted, “Those who cannot learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” One and a half years ago,…
Saturday 08/28/2021
Plainville-Bristol Relay for Life raises over $100k Posted: 28 August 2021 [06:39 PM] PLAINVILLE -- With Plainville and Bristol groups uniting for another Relay for Life in Norton Park Saturday, area residents worked together…
Friday 08/27/2021
'If you're thinking about it, just do it': Nutmeg Big Brothers Big Sister recruiting more mentors for children Posted: 27 August 2021 [04:00 PM] NEW BRITAIN – A call is out from Nutmeg Big Brothers Big Sisters to recruit more mentors for statewide children in…
Newington police blotter Posted: 27 August 2021 [10:16 AM] Newington police report the following: July 30 Nicholas Dorsey, 21, 46 Gaylord Road, Windsor Locks, sixth-degree larceny Shaun Michael Dardis, 29, 115…
Thursday 08/26/2021
Some excited, some apprehensive as students return for first day of school in Newington Posted: 26 August 2021 [04:56 PM] NEWINGTON – Kids were excited to see their friends and teachers in person on the first day of school Thursday. After…
PET OF THE WEEK: Aurora Posted: 26 August 2021 [04:05 PM] PET OF THE WEEK Have you ever had to recover from a big injury? Then you know how Aurora feels. Maybe you've…
Newest Kenney Scholars from area named, including Newington students Posted: 26 August 2021 [10:37 AM] NEW BRITAIN – The American Savings Foundation Robert T. Kenney Scholarships have been awarded to 109 students, including 29 from New…
Newington police blotter Posted: 26 August 2021 [10:22 AM] Newington police report the following: July 29 Juan Luis Morales, 26, of 126 Linden St. 2 Floor, New Britain, operating a motor…
Wednesday 08/25/2021
'I'm really looking forward to coming back': CCSU students return to campus, excited for what's ahead, even in pandemic Posted: 25 August 2021 [02:18 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The campus of Central Connecticut State University bustled with life Wednesday as returning and transfer students moved in…
Newington police blotter Posted: 25 August 2021 [09:30 AM] Newington police report the following: July 26 Darren D. Zanders, 56, 20 Nolan Drive, Bloomfield, use of drug paraphernalia, illegal possession of weapon…
Tuesday 08/24/2021
More and more companies, including ESPN, mandating vaccines for all employees; Stanley Black & Decker so far requiring just masks Posted: 24 August 2021 [05:30 PM] With the US Food and Drug Administration’s formal approval of Pfizer’s covid-19 vaccine, the question remains on whether it will encourage…
Newington police blotter Posted: 24 August 2021 [09:17 AM] Newington police report the following: July 21 Samuel Theriault, 22, 5 Miles Ave., Newington, violation of probation, violation of probation July…