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Monday 09/21/2020
'The utmost professional': Council honors Chief Schroeder on his retirement Posted: 21 September 2020 [07:32 AM] NEWINGTON – The community has bid a bittersweet farewell to longtime Fire Chief Chris Schroeder. Schroeder retired from the Newington Volunteer…
Cherish Our Children ceremony helps parents grieve loss of a child Posted: 21 September 2020 [07:31 AM] Surviving the woes of a pandemic just do not compare with outliving a child. Diana Duksa-Kurz reminded bereaved families of…
Rotary to host 9th annual Alex's Lemonade Golf Tourney Posted: 21 September 2020 [07:28 AM] NEWINGTON - Times are hard, but childhood cancer hasn’t pressed the pause button and neither will Newington Rotary. The club is…
Friday 09/18/2020
Pet of the Week: Finn Posted: 18 September 2020 [07:11 PM] Finn is a sweet kitty who is patiently waiting to find her new home. Finn is 9 and has not had much…
Newington police blotter Posted: 18 September 2020 [07:09 PM] Newington police report the following: Beth A. Hollfelder, 52, of 32 Arrowhead Drive, Newington, was charged on Sept. 4 with driving under…
Friday 09/11/2020
First Communion in the time of covid Posted: 11 September 2020 [03:36 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Sacred Heart Parish celebrated the sacrament of First Holy Communion Sunday, with covid-19 regulations implemented. On Saturday, the…
Central Connecticut Health District to hold drive-thru flu clinics Posted: 11 September 2020 [03:36 PM] Local health officials are urging residents to help avoid what’s being referred to as a “twin-demic.” It’s as simple as driving…
Newington Town Council moves proposed $35.5 million Anna Reynolds School renovation to referendum Posted: 11 September 2020 [03:35 PM] NEWINGTON – Following a three-hour virtual public hearing, Town Council voted unanimously to move the proposed $35.5 million renovation to Anna…
Member of Newington school community tests positive for covid-19 Posted: 11 September 2020 [03:34 PM] NEWINGTON – A member of the Newington High School community tested positive for the coronavirus and is now quarantining for two…
Pet of the Week: Paws Posted: 11 September 2020 [03:33 PM] Paws is a 13-year-old neutered male kitty at our Newington facility. Paws has not had much experience with children but he is…
Newington police blotter Posted: 11 September 2020 [03:33 PM] Newington police report the following: Antonio Jose Santana, 34, of 183 Wilcox St., New Britain, was charged on Aug. 29 with second…
Tuesday 09/08/2020
New Britain has nearly 40 new cases of coronavirus; Southington, Newington each has eight new confirmed Posted: 08 September 2020 [04:33 PM] New Britain had large increases in both confirmed and probable coronavirus cases among its residents over the weekend, according to data…
Friday 09/04/2020
Residents enjoy Camp Week at Middlewoods of Newington Posted: 04 September 2020 [07:38 PM] Who says summer camp is only for kids? Seniors at an assisted- and independent-living retirement community in Newington recently enjoyed some…
Pet of the Week: Cleo Posted: 04 September 2020 [07:37 PM] Meet Cleo! She’s a stunning, very dark colored tiger cat whose lemon colored eyes just pop! She can be a bit apprehensive…
Newington police blotter Posted: 04 September 2020 [07:36 PM] Newington police report the following: Elvin Gonzalez, 18, of 12 Heritage Drive, Apt. B, Windsor, was charged on Aug. 25 with risk…
Monday 08/31/2020
'It was good, great, awesome': Newington students excited to return to in-person classes Posted: 31 August 2020 [06:07 PM] Morale was high at Newington schools Monday as students and staff returned to their communities for the first time since the…
Friday 08/28/2020
Newington Schools hold a hybrid convocation Posted: 28 August 2020 [08:25 PM] Close to 900 staff from Newington Public Schools gathered for their annual convocation Monday morning, some in person in the auditorium…
Elsa Batista is Newington Teacher of the Year Posted: 28 August 2020 [08:24 PM] Elsa Batista is grateful to her mother Elsa for making her the person she is today: Newington’s 2020-2021 Teacher of the…
Principal gives virtual tour of Anna Reynolds School Posted: 28 August 2020 [08:23 PM] Newington taxpayers will see their taxes increase by an average of $75 annually if the planned renovation of Anna Reynolds School…
Camillo under fire for alleged derogatory social media posts Posted: 28 August 2020 [08:22 PM] Newington Town Councilor Mike Camillo is under fire for social media posts he claims not to have made. The Newington Democratic…
Pet of the Week: Aika Posted: 28 August 2020 [08:21 PM] Aika is a special girl because she is a shy dog that has great potential to be so much more. Aika is…
Newington police blotter Posted: 28 August 2020 [08:20 PM] Newington police report the following: Giuliano J. Indomenico, 28, of 130 Cottonwood Road, Newington, was charged on Aug. 15 with disorderly conduct,…
Friday 08/21/2020
Drive-in movie night to take place of canceled Waterfall Festival Posted: 21 August 2020 [08:16 PM] There won’t be a 2020 Newington Waterfall Festival, but the event committee is planning a different kind of fall gathering to…
Children's Theatre to kick off its 58th season Posted: 21 August 2020 [08:15 PM] NEWINGTON - The Newington Children’s Theatre Company is excited to open enrollment for their fall 2020 Virtual Stages Season. As Connecticut’s longest…
Laser Quest closes Posted: 21 August 2020 [08:13 PM] After 23 years of fun and giving back to the community, Laser Quest of Newington is closing its doors for good.…
Big Brother makes a difference for Newington youth Posted: 21 August 2020 [08:12 PM] NEWINGTON - Turning 12 next week, Aden Zeh knows his mom understands when he’d rather go to his big brother about…
Pet of the Week: Prince Posted: 21 August 2020 [08:11 PM] Prince is a sweet kitty who is reaching out to find his new home. Prince is 14 and he has not had…
Monday 08/17/2020
After more than two decades, Laser Quest in Newington closes doors for good Posted: 17 August 2020 [04:08 PM] After 23 years of fun and giving back to the community, Laser Quest of Newington is closing its doors for good.…
Friday 08/14/2020
Sex trafficking survivor shares her story Posted: 14 August 2020 [07:37 PM] A small-town girl from northern Maine, Torry Bernard found herself sleeping in her car in a Berlin Turnpike commuter lot. In…
The mystery of Cedarcrest Hospital Posted: 14 August 2020 [07:37 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…