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Tuesday 01/28/2020
Monkey business is booming Posted: 28 January 2020 [06:45 PM] NEWINGTON - When the Flying Monkey boarded the next plane out of Hartford back in November, owner Junior Baez wasn’t sure…
Paint & Sip class brings out seniors' inner artist Posted: 28 January 2020 [06:44 PM] NEWINGTON - More people are tapping into their own creativity these days, thanks to an inspiring incentive. Staff from a…
Lawmakers get an earful on issues at legislative forum Posted: 28 January 2020 [06:44 PM] NEWINGTON – Health care and education are important to residents, legislators gathered from a recent meeting. State Reps. Gary Turco,…
Budget season launches amid air of optimism Posted: 28 January 2020 [06:44 PM] NEWINGTON - Now on the heels of the 2020-2021 budget season, town and school officials are rolling up their sleeves and…
Pet of the Week: Muji Posted: 28 January 2020 [06:43 PM] This is beautiful Muji with fur that is plush and velvety! Her foster mom says Muji has a sweet personality and likes…
Newington police blotter Posted: 28 January 2020 [06:33 PM] Newington police report the following: Izaiah L. Colon, 20, of 29 Glen St., Apt. 9, New Britain, was charged on Jan. 7…
Friday 01/24/2020
Amtrak train hits truck in Newington Posted: 24 January 2020 [05:00 PM] NEWINGTON- An accident involving an Amtrak train and an Amtrak service truck shut down a section of the Hartford Line in…
Culinary Arts students serve up an all-you-can-eat pasta dinner Posted: 24 January 2020 [02:05 PM] NEWINGTON – The community supported teens pursuing their dreams by enjoying an Italian feast one recent evening. The 2nd Annual…
Legislators brief council on Hartford's upcoming session Posted: 24 January 2020 [01:53 PM] NEWINGTON – Elected officials welcomed the town’s legislative contingent and the new town manager to their first meeting of 2020. Keith…
Town sets Feb. 4 meeting on Complete Streets Project Posted: 24 January 2020 [01:52 PM] NEWINGTON – The town is ready to share more details about a roadway project set to take place later this year.…
Salsa's 4 taqueria to open soon on Berlin Turnpike Posted: 24 January 2020 [01:51 PM] NEWINGTON – A popular, family-owned Mexican eatery is opening its fourth location in town. Salsa’s 4 Taqueria is expected to…
Pet(s) of the Week: Sahara and Aurora Posted: 24 January 2020 [01:48 PM] These Burmese cats are Sahara, 7 years old, and Aurora, 6, and they are bonded and must go home together. This beautiful…
Wednesday 01/22/2020
Newington police searching for missing 19-year-old Posted: 22 January 2020 [10:22 AM] NEWINGTON – A missing person is investigating a missing person case, according to their Facebook page. Hermish Adarkwah, 19, was last…
Monday 01/20/2020
New commuter line exceeds 1 million passengers Posted: 20 January 2020 [12:27 PM] HARTFORD - More than a million riders have traveled the commuter line between New Haven, Connecticut and Springfield, Massachusetts that opened in…
Friday 01/17/2020
Speaker Aresimowicz says state should consider banning Native American athletic nicknames, could impact Newington High Posted: 17 January 2020 [01:37 PM] HARTFORD - The Democratic speaker of the Connecticut House says state lawmakers should consider whether to ban Native American athletic nicknames and…
'It's supposed to be about the kids': How area coaches, athletes are trying to put a lid on toxic commentary from parents, fans at sporting events Posted: 17 January 2020 [11:29 AM] New Britain softball coach Joel Simmone said it was the worst thing he’s ever heard at a high school sporting event.…
Wednesday 01/15/2020
Councilors get a firsthand look at Anna Reynolds School problems Posted: 15 January 2020 [03:26 PM] NEWINGTON - Sunken ceiling tiles, worms, and safety are just a few of the problems affecting Anna Reynolds. Town councilors…
Manager's contract termination was council's right, town attorney says Posted: 15 January 2020 [03:26 PM] NEWINGTON – Elected officials exercised their power to fire and hire when they terminated the employment of town manager Tanya Lane…
150th Anniversary Committee extends calendar contest deadline Posted: 15 January 2020 [03:26 PM] NEWINGTON - Preparations for the town’s 150th birthday are ramping up in the New Year as the group planning the celebration…
Pet of the Week: Casey Posted: 15 January 2020 [03:25 PM] Casey, a Miniature Poodle/Terrier mix, can live in any size home, including apartments. This is a great dog with lots of potential…
CT Humane Society pup to take part in Puppy Bowl Posted: 15 January 2020 [02:24 PM] Forget the Pats, the Giants, and any of those other guys. The Connecticut Humane Society has a new favorite athlete and football…
Damato Chiropractic's Studio 31 focuses on massage Posted: 15 January 2020 [02:18 PM] NEWINGTON - The sky is the limit for Damato Chiropractic Center. Since it first opened on Market Square in Newington back…
UConn puts value to Connecticut at $5.3 billion per year Posted: 15 January 2020 [12:16 PM] HARTFORD - The University of Connecticut, one of many public research schools across the country facing lower government funding, released a report…
Wednesday 01/08/2020
The Latest: Fotis Dulos, estranged husband in missing mom Jennifer Dulos case, ordered held on $6 million bail Posted: 08 January 2020 [12:09 PM] A Connecticut man was ordered detained Wednesday on $6 million bail on charges that he killed his estranged wife — a crime…
Tuesday 01/07/2020
Newington's secret treasure: Vintage at Strandz Posted: 07 January 2020 [06:38 PM] NEWINGTON - Tucked behind a salon and down a flight of stairs, few people even know it exists. Sometimes a patient…
'Last Picture Show' marks end of an era of Senior Center exhibits Posted: 07 January 2020 [06:38 PM] NEWINGTON - A new decade brought an end to a unique, volunteer-driven program in town. “The Last Picture Show” was the…
Group opposes seeking affordable housing moratorium Posted: 07 January 2020 [06:37 PM] NEWINGTON – A group is planning to petition the town, claiming it needs more housing options for low- and moderate-income renters…
Pet of the Week: Randy Posted: 07 January 2020 [06:37 PM] Randy is a 13-year-old Domestic Longhair at our Waterford Pet Care and Adoption Center, and his life was suddenly turned upside down…
Thursday 01/02/2020
Local businesses bring joy to Bel-Air Manor Posted: 02 January 2020 [08:36 PM] NEWINGTON – For the third year in a row, Bel-Air Manor had a special Christmas visitor. About a dozen visitors –…
NHS students tackle issue of suicide prevention Posted: 02 January 2020 [08:36 PM] NEWINGTON – Local teens are talking about suicide in hopes of preventing it. Right before Christmas break, Newington High School…
Pet of the Week: Power Posted: 02 January 2020 [08:32 PM] Power is 5 years young! She can live in a single family home or condo. She is a high energy gal, looking…
Winterfest is coming . . . to the Lucy Robbins Welles Library Posted: 02 January 2020 [08:32 PM] NEWINGTON – Life’s pleasures - good food, drink and live music - coming to a library near you. The Friends of…
After Town Hall, other projects await Newington this year Posted: 02 January 2020 [08:31 PM] NEWINGTON – The New Year begins with a compromise for town officials and residents embroiled in a lawsuit for most of…
Man gets 20 years for killing 16-year-old friend in Wethersfield Posted: 02 January 2020 [10:49 AM] NEW BRITAIN - A Connecticut man convicted of fatally shooting his 16-year-old friend was sentenced Thursday to 20 years in prison. Noah…
Monday 12/30/2019
Connecticut had at least 13 domestic violence deaths in 2019 Posted: 30 December 2019 [01:49 PM] HARTFORD - Connecticut is expected to receive additional federal funding to help law enforcement and domestic violence groups around the state, which…
New Years Day hikes planned at 15 Connecticut state parks Posted: 30 December 2019 [01:41 PM] HARTFORD - Guided hikes will be offered on New Year's Day at 15 parks and recreation areas across Connecticut. The free First…
Area consumers urged to return unwanted gifts ASAP Posted: 30 December 2019 [01:38 PM] HARTFORD - Connecticut's Department of Consumer Protection is urging consumers to return or exchange unwanted holiday gifts as soon as possible. The…
Tuesday 12/24/2019
Lamont and tribes were close on sports gambling deal, emails show Posted: 24 December 2019 [12:02 PM] HARTFORD - Newly released emails show Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont thought he was close earlier this year to reaching a wide-ranging gambling…
Connecticut DMV offices adjust hours for Christmas holiday Posted: 24 December 2019 [11:56 AM] WETHERSFIELD - Connecticut's Department Motor Vehicles has adjusted its schedule for the Christmas holiday. The agency's major customer service centers will be…
Monday 12/23/2019
Police: Equipment, car stolen from Wethersfield tree removal company Posted: 23 December 2019 [02:52 PM] WETHERSFIELD - A group of burglars stole multiple power tools and a truck from a Connecticut tree removal company, police said. Wethersfield…
Holidays bring change in hours at area liquor outlets Posted: 23 December 2019 [09:42 AM] HARTFORD - The holidays in Connecticut mean a change in hours for some liquor permit holders. The Department of Consumer Protection reminded…
Friday 12/20/2019
2019: Newington's Year in Review Posted: 20 December 2019 [07:51 PM] Twenty-nineteen will be remembered by Newington residents as the year the new town hall was built and also the year the…
Singing Seniors spread Holiday joy Posted: 20 December 2019 [07:50 PM] Swinging and belting out the hits of bygone eras, the holidays just aren’t the same without Newington’s Singing Seniors. “Now…
Alpha Delta Kappa makes a difference beyond the classroom Posted: 20 December 2019 [07:50 PM] Local educators are not only making a difference inside the classroom, but also changing kids’ lives in their free time.…
Downtown Business Spotlight: Connecticut Insurance Exchange Posted: 20 December 2019 [07:49 PM] NEWINGTON - Everyone needs insurance of one kind or another. Luckily for those who live right here in town, there is…
Pet of the Week: Kiwi Posted: 20 December 2019 [07:49 PM] Kiwi, 3-years-old, can live in a single family home, with condos considered. This boy at our Newington Adoption Center is a high-energy…
Help sought in alleged theft of about $4,000 from Newington basketball league registration event Posted: 20 December 2019 [08:48 AM] NEWINGTON - An alleged theft from a town rec league registration event is being investigated by police. Around 8 p.m. on…
Friday 12/13/2019
Middle schoolers' D.C. trip all set for spring Posted: 13 December 2019 [01:07 PM] A grassroots effort led by Newington parents has paid off and at least 45 students are heading to our nation’s capital…
Council accepting nominations for Volunteer of the Year Posted: 13 December 2019 [01:06 PM] NEWINGTON - Do you know of a local do-gooder who has never been formally recognized for his or her impact in…