Newington police report the following: Trueheart, Edward Douglas, 23, of 28 Orchard Lane, Waterbury, was charged on Feb. 9 with driving without…
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Friday 03/05/2021
Pet of the Week: Patches Posted: 05 March 2021 [07:21 PM] Patches is like a cat, pigeon and bunny all rolled into one. This 6-year-old kitty coos like a pigeon when she is…
Newington teachers replenish town's food bank that was left nearly empty following holidays
Posted: 05 March 2021 [09:08 AM] NEWINGTON – Teachers in town are committed to serving their students through this pandemic education-wise and also nutritionally. The Newington Teachers…
Thursday 03/04/2021
New Britain has 189th coronavirus death among residents; case updates for Berlin, Newington, Southington, Plainville Posted: 04 March 2021 [04:56 PM] New Britain had its 189th coronavirus-associated death among residents, according to state health officials Thursday. The state overall had 15 virus…
Newington state rep launches first-ever community champion award Posted: 04 March 2021 [03:41 PM] NEWINGTON – Do you know of a man, woman, child or teen in town who is working hard to incite positive…
Wednesday 03/03/2021
Local legislators working to address recent surge in juvenile auto thefts and break-ins with new bill Posted: 03 March 2021 [04:32 PM] Legislators are working to address a nationwide problem identified over the last year that continues to negatively impact local residents to…
Hartford HealthCare receives, distributed new Johnson & Johnson covid-19 vaccine Posted: 03 March 2021 [04:29 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Hartford HealthCare received, distributed and administered the new Johnson & Johnson covid-19 vaccine at Hartford Hospital Wednesday morning.…
Tuesday 03/02/2021
Newington seniors receive coronavirus vaccines during pair of clinics Posted: 02 March 2021 [05:50 PM] NEWINGTON – Seniors are protecting themselves against the pandemic that has killed 100-plus town residents in the last year. On Feb.…
Guy Fieri brings 'ghost kitchens' to Westfarms Mall and Newington Posted: 02 March 2021 [05:23 PM] Central Connecticut now has a taste for celebrity chef cuisine, with the opening of several “ghost kitchens” serving up the recipes…
Visiting Angels of Newington delivers support families can count on Posted: 02 March 2021 [09:05 AM] NEW BRITAIN – If you are looking for professional and personalized senior care services to loved ones, look no further than…
'These kids have to get going, they have to play sports': Newington residents want new gymnasium to open Posted: 02 March 2021 [08:56 AM] NEWINGTON – Town residents are anxious for the new Mortensen Community Center gymnasium to open, but covid-19 has other plans.…
Monday 03/01/2021
Newington honors its 2020 Volunteer of the Year Posted: 01 March 2021 [03:48 PM] NEWINGTON – The town’s 2020 Volunteer of the Year award has been presented to Donald F. Woods Jr. A lifelong Newington…
Connecticut girds for demand as vaccine eligibility expands today Posted: 01 March 2021 [12:13 PM] HARTFORD - Health officials in Connecticut expected an avalanche of requests for appointments as the state on Monday opens up vaccines to…
Sunday 02/28/2021
Brummett proposes $77.4M school budget Posted: 28 February 2021 [07:21 PM] NEWINGTON – The Board of Education is now in the process of reviewing the superintendent of schools’ proposed $77.4 million spending…
Red X marks the fight against human trafficking Posted: 28 February 2021 [07:19 PM] NEWINGTON – If you happen to be out and about this Thursday, look for a quick flicker of red on the…
Turco launches essay contest for Newington youths Posted: 28 February 2021 [07:18 PM] NEWINGTON – Does your child have big ideas about making the world a better place? What about just Connecticut? State…
Pet of the Week: George Posted: 28 February 2021 [07:17 PM] It's always exciting when a pet gets the "all clear" to be up for adoption after medical treatment, but it's especially exciting…
Chamber plans virtual Bingo Posted: 28 February 2021 [07:16 PM] NEWINGTON – A town-wide bingo event is in the works for this March. The Newington Chamber of Commerce is hosting Family…
Newington police blotter Posted: 28 February 2021 [07:15 PM] Newington police report the following: Trueheart, Edward Douglas, 23, of 28 Orchard Lane, Waterbury, was charged on Feb. 9 with driving without…
Long-vacant parcel to become Sunoco station Posted: 28 February 2021 [07:14 PM] NEWINGTON - An empty parking lot in the northeastern section of town is slated to have a Sunoco gas station and…
SENIOR SIGNALS: Planning and asset protection after the pandemic Posted: 28 February 2021 [04:01 PM] Attorney Philosopher George Santayana noted, “Those who cannot learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” One year ago, who would have…
Friday 02/26/2021
State regional university faculty, students rally at CCSU with 'Skunkzilla' at forefront to protest against Board of Regents' contract proposals (WITH VIDEO) Posted: 26 February 2021 [04:38 PM] NEW BRITAIN – “Regents Proposals Stink” read the giant sign attached to “Skunkzilla,” a 14-foot inflatable skunk that stood at the…
Thursday 02/25/2021
CCSU officially launches new John Lewis Institute for Social Justice during virtual celebration Posted: 25 February 2021 [05:27 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Call it a new institute, but it’s really the start of a new era. Central Connecticut State University…
New Britain, Newington each have two residents die from coronavirus-associated illness; plus area case updates Posted: 25 February 2021 [04:37 PM] Over the past two days, Bristol has had three residents die from coronavirus-associated illness, while New Britain, Newington and Plymouth each…
Faculty, students, 'Skunkzilla' to rally at CCSU to protest 'destructive contract proposals' Posted: 25 February 2021 [01:37 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Faculty and students from Connecticut’s four regional universities are holding a rally in front of Central Connecticut State…
'We are devastated, our basements are demolished': Newington residents paying off thousands of dollars in damages as MDC says it's not responsible Posted: 25 February 2021 [12:51 PM] NEWINGTON – At least 10 households are grappling with thousands of dollars in damages, and incalculable other losses, due to what…
PODCAST: Deputy superintendent of Bristol BOE discusses Memorial Boulevard School renovations, reopening Posted: 25 February 2021 [12:13 PM] STORIES OF THE WEEK PODCAST This week's podcast features guest Michael Dietter, deputy superintendent of the Bristol Board of Education, who discusses…
Wednesday 02/24/2021
Newington Grand List has increase, but town assessor says it's more to do with revaluation Posted: 24 February 2021 [05:04 PM] NEWINGTON – The town’s Grand List represents a 4.45% increase over last year, attributable to the 2020 revaluation. Town Assessor Steve…
Top 10 taxpayers in Newington for 2020 Posted: 24 February 2021 [04:30 PM] Top 10 taxpayers in Newington and their total taxable assessments on the 2020 Grand List 1. Eversource/CL&P (public utility) $56,197,250 2. Mandell Properties (Data…
Biden administration withdraws from transgender athlete case Posted: 24 February 2021 [10:29 AM] The Biden administration has withdrawn government support for a federal lawsuit in Connecticut that seeks to ban transgender athletes from participating in…
Medical examiner says office identified many covid-19 deaths in state but weren't counted Posted: 24 February 2021 [10:11 AM] Dr. James Gill, the state's chief medical examiner, told Connecticut legislators Tuesday that his investigators have “identified many deaths” that should have…
Tuesday 02/23/2021
Newington Rotary Club wants everyone to join Red X Day movement to raise awareness about human trafficking Posted: 23 February 2021 [05:31 PM] NEWINGTON – If you happen to be out and about this Thursday, look for a quick flicker of red on the…
Newington's Community Gardens offers residents fun, safe way to get outdoors Posted: 23 February 2021 [04:17 PM] NEWINGTON – Apartment living can be stuffy, especially during the era of covid-19, which is all the more reason to get…
Sunday 02/21/2021
Mayor seeks ways to beautify Newington Posted: 21 February 2021 [06:33 PM] Newington Mayor Beth DelBuono was driving through New Britain recently and took notice of what an attractive city it has become.…
Panel drafts protections for vernal pools in town Posted: 21 February 2021 [06:33 PM] NEWINGTON – Vernal pools will soon have a place in the town’s governing rules. A subcommittee of Newington’s Conservation/Inland Wetlands…
A Valentine's Day stroll through the New Britain Museum of American Art Posted: 21 February 2021 [06:32 PM] The late artist Helen Frankenthaler once said that anything is possible. It’s all about risks, deliberate risks. As they experienced her…
Mystery is the CT Humane Society Pet of the Week Posted: 21 February 2021 [06:30 PM] Normally, Mystery might be peeved by a bad haircut, but this new ’do is for a good reason - a mass was…
Friday 02/19/2021
Gas station, convenience store to take over empty parking lot in Newington Posted: 19 February 2021 [01:30 PM] NEWINGTON – An empty parking lot in the northeastern section of town is slated to have a gas station and convenience…
Thursday 02/18/2021
Newington, Southington has virus-associated death; New Britain closing in on 8,200 positive cases Posted: 18 February 2021 [05:15 PM] Newington and Southington both had a resident die from coronavirus-associated illness, according to state health officials Thursday. Statewide there were 20…
Newington Board of Ed in process of reviewing superintendent's nearly $78 million spending plan Posted: 18 February 2021 [10:50 AM] NEWINGTON – The Board of Education is now in the process of reviewing the superintendent of schools’ proposed $77.4 million spending…
Newington chamber hosting Family Bingo Night; here's how to take part Posted: 18 February 2021 [10:48 AM] NEWINGTON – A town-wide bingo event is in the works for this March. The Newington Chamber of Commerce is hosting Family…
Friday 02/12/2021
PODCAST: FBI Special Agent Joe Altimari talks swatting, a crime trend that involves calling in false crimes to police departments Posted: 12 February 2021 [02:34 PM] STORIES OF THE WEEK PODCAST This week's podcast delves into “swatting,” a crime trend that involves calling in false crimes to police…
Newington mayor, council explore ways to make town more aesthetically pleasing for residents and visitors Posted: 12 February 2021 [02:33 PM] Newington Mayor Beth DelBuono was driving through New Britain recently and took notice of what an attractive city it has become.…
Friday 02/05/2021
Study looks to prioritize future facility repairs Posted: 05 February 2021 [08:37 PM] NEWINGTON – The results of a long-awaited Facilities Study were revealed this week, indicating there are over $20 million in repairs…
Newington exploring solar energy options Posted: 05 February 2021 [08:37 PM] NEWINGTON - Significant energy savings could be ascertained by expanding the town’s solar presence, a move now under real consideration. Town…
10-acre parcel of land donated to Newington Posted: 05 February 2021 [08:37 PM] A gift of land was recently bestowed upon the town for the purpose of preservation. Late brothers Robert and Oscar…
Nor'easter blows through town Posted: 05 February 2021 [08:37 PM] Central Connecticut is still digging itself out of February’s first Nor’easter, which pummeled the region with well over a foot of…
Pet(s) of the Week: Frieda and Peach Posted: 05 February 2021 [08:30 PM] When you’re best buds, you always want to be together! That’s the case for Frieda and Peach, two guinea pig gal pals.…
Newington police blotter Posted: 05 February 2021 [08:29 PM] Newington police report the following: Cadiz, Emily M., 32, of 64 Roberts St., Apt. 2, New Britain, was charged on Jan. 3…
Monday 02/01/2021
Cell phone store employees pistol whipped during Newington robbery Posted: 01 February 2021 [12:29 PM] NEWINGTON – A violent robbery on the Berlin Turnpike ended in two people being pistol whipped by masked suspects who forced…