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Friday 02/15/2019
Eversource employee, Coram Deo help recovering women Posted: 15 February 2019 [08:31 AM] PLAINVILLE - This is a story that starts in Plainville, veers off to Texas and ends back in Central Connecticut.…
Newington Business Spotlight: Connecticut Insurance Exchange Posted: 15 February 2019 [08:30 AM] NEWINGTON - Residents may have noticed some new faces around 112 Market Square in recent months. Connecticut Insurance Exchange has expanded,…
Program at library Feb. 23 to mark Iwo Jima anniversary Posted: 15 February 2019 [08:29 AM] NEWINGTON – Support Our Survivors of Iwo Jima, a veterans organization in the region, is inviting the central Connecticut community…
Crafters can access Creativebug through library Posted: 15 February 2019 [08:29 AM] Lucy Robbins Welles Library cardholders can now access the crafting site Creativebug, which offers more than 1,000 online art and crafting tutorials…
CT Humane Society Pet of the Week: Eve Posted: 15 February 2019 [08:12 AM] Eve is 16 years-young and she is searching for a new family to love. This pretty girl has not had much experience…
Newington police blotter Posted: 15 February 2019 [08:11 AM] Newington police report the following: Crystal M. Plata, 29, 229 Franklin Ave., Hartford, was charged on Feb. 1 with second-degree criminal mischief…
Monday 02/11/2019
2 dead after wrong-way crash on I-91 in Wethersfield Posted: 11 February 2019 [11:40 AM] WETHERSFIELD - Connecticut State Police say two people have died in a wrong-way crash on Interstate 91 in Wethersfield. Police say 22-year-old…
Thursday 02/07/2019
Flurry of issues greet legislators at Newington Community Forum Posted: 07 February 2019 [08:27 AM] NEWINGTON - A snowstorm didn’t keep residents from a recent opportunity to probe legislators on everything from health care to transportation.…
Popular New York eatery Artichoke Basille set to open on Berlin Turnpike Posted: 07 February 2019 [08:27 AM] NEWINGTON - The Newington community will be the first in Connecticut to experience what is a “cult-favorite” pizza among New Yorkers.…
State Sen. Matt Lesser trains his sights on a train station for Newington Posted: 07 February 2019 [08:26 AM] NEWINGTON – Newington, meet your new Senator. State Sen. Matt Lesser of the 9th Senate district representing Cromwell, Middletown, Rocky Hill,…
Rep. Kerry Wood already going to bat for Newington Posted: 07 February 2019 [08:26 AM] NEWINGTON - State Rep. Kerry Szeps Wood is proud to represent the town - if only a small section, which she…
Pet of the Week: Maxi Posted: 07 February 2019 [08:15 AM] If you are looking for Maxi, just look for his perky ears and tail! Maxi is a Short Coat Chihuahua and he…
Newington police blotter Posted: 07 February 2019 [08:14 AM] Newington police report the following: Margaret Tamsin Rodriguez, 34, 321 Hang Dog Lane, Wethersfield, was charged on Jan. 29 with second-degree breach…
Friday 02/01/2019
Hartford still losing money on popular baseball park Posted: 01 February 2019 [02:36 PM] HARTFORD - New financial figures indicate Hartford is losing over $3 million a year on the city's popular baseball stadium. The city…
Connecticut Open tennis tournament to leave New Haven Posted: 01 February 2019 [02:35 PM] NEW HAVEN - The Connecticut Open tennis tournament is leaving New Haven after a 21-year run in the city, organizers said Friday.…
Tuesday 01/29/2019
Lucy Robbins Welles Library plans eventful 80th anniversary year Posted: 29 January 2019 [05:51 PM] NEWINGTON - For the last eight decades, the library has been a community center, meetinghouse, concert venue, study hall and the…
Clergy abuse scandal hits home in Newington Posted: 29 January 2019 [05:51 PM] NEWINGTON – Four of 48 clergymen accused of sexual abuse of minors across the region once called Newington their home base.…
Chili cook-off Feb. 9 to benefit Shriners Hospitals Posted: 29 January 2019 [05:51 PM] NEWINGTON – Come one chili cook, come all. A 15-year-old girl who has conquered enormous medical troubles is asking local…
Newington officials brace for start of budget season Posted: 29 January 2019 [05:44 PM] NEWINGTON - As February begins, town and school officials are readying themselves for the 2019-20 budget season. Interim Superintendent of Schools…
Pet of the Week: Mia Posted: 29 January 2019 [05:43 PM] This is Mia, a 5-year-old domestic shorthair available at our Newington Care Center. She has not had much experience with children but…
Newington police blotter Posted: 29 January 2019 [05:43 PM] Newington police report the following: Rebecca Nicole Gusita, 24, 2016 NE 17th Court, Apt. 15, Ft Lauderdale, Fla., was charged on Jan.…
Thursday 01/24/2019
Anti-human trafficking initiative launched Posted: 24 January 2019 [10:42 AM] NEWINGTON – A new committee has formed in town, with a mission to tackle the modern-day slavery known as human trafficking.…
CT Humane Society collects pet supplies for furloughed government workers Posted: 24 January 2019 [10:41 AM] NEWINGTON - Among the 1,500 federal workers in our state without paychecks the last month, pet owners picked up free food…
Pet of the Week Posted: 24 January 2019 [10:41 AM] Fiel (‘fee-el’ meaning faithful or true) can live in a single family home, with condos and apartments considered. This lively boy is…
Newington police blotter Posted: 24 January 2019 [10:41 AM] Newington police report the following: Kaitlyn Marie Fitzpatrick, 23, 21 Dunlay St., New Britain, was charged on Jan. 14 with sixth-degree larceny…
State Rep. Turco already hard at work on behalf of Newington Posted: 24 January 2019 [10:41 AM] NEWINGTON - New state Rep. Gary Turco has hit the ground running, with several legislative proposals already in the works. The…
Newington council to discuss economic development director position Posted: 24 January 2019 [10:40 AM] NEWINGTON – Elected officials are mulling over how to improve the town’s economic development potential. The Town Council is expected to…
Welcome home, Marine! Posted: 24 January 2019 [10:40 AM] NEWINGTON - A Newington family is welcoming home their U.S. Marine this week. Sergeant Michael Napoleon Lallier returns after four years…
Monday 01/21/2019
Thousands without power as freeze follows deadly storm Posted: 21 January 2019 [10:34 AM] MIDDLETOWN - More than 12,000 people still don't have electricity in Connecticut, with temperatures in many places at or below zero. Eversource,…
Thursday 01/17/2019
Newington couple sells product for $3 million on 'Shark Tank' Posted: 17 January 2019 [01:55 PM] NEWINGTON – Resident-innovators Zach and Alyssa Brown, recently famed through ABC’s “Shark Tank,” are a typical young family making their way…
Newington Business Spotlight: Hair on the Square Posted: 17 January 2019 [01:52 PM] NEWINGTON - As the New Year ushers in change at Hair on the Square, staff hope to continue being the salon…
Pet of the Week: Olive Oil Posted: 17 January 2019 [01:51 PM] Olive Oil is a 2-year-old blue and cream kitty who is sharing her love with the folks here in Newington. She has…
Newington police blotter Posted: 17 January 2019 [01:51 PM] Newington police report the following: David Nadeau, 54, 395 Ridgewood Road, West Hartford, was charged on Jan. 8 with illegal operation of…
Thursday 01/10/2019
After 2-year hiatus, Newington to march in St. Patrick's Day Parade Posted: 10 January 2019 [08:25 AM] NEWINGTON – Following a two-year hiatus, the town is returning to the Greater Hartford St. Patrick’s Day Parade this March. Newington…
Lamont visits CT Humane Society for Day of Service Posted: 10 January 2019 [08:21 AM] NEWINGTON- Before his official swearing-in Wednesday, Connecticut’s soon-to-be governor came to town on official pet business. Gov.-elect Ned Lamont and Lt.…
Pete Forcellina brings own vision to Newington Chamber of Commerce Posted: 10 January 2019 [08:20 AM] NEWINGTON - With a new director, comes a new vision. The Newington Chamber of Commerce welcomed Pete Forcellina as Executive Director…
'Boys Club' alumni gather to benefit Boys & Girls Club Posted: 10 January 2019 [08:16 AM] NEWINGTON - A group of “Boys Club” alumni toasted their childhood hangout over a football game this week. It was…
Pet of the Week: Milo Posted: 10 January 2019 [08:14 AM] Milo is a 1-year-old Australian Shepherd who would like to live in a single family home. Milo’s behavior is very typical for…
Newington police blotter Posted: 10 January 2019 [08:13 AM] Newington police report the following: Jesus Ortiz-Paulino, 22, 21 Goshen St., Hartford, was charged on Jan. 1 with illegal operation of motor…
CT Humane Society's Diamonds in the Ruff gala raises $45,000 Posted: 10 January 2019 [08:13 AM] NEWINGTON - A night of food, fun and foster puppies at the Connecticut Humane Society’s Diamonds in the Ruff gala has transformed…
Tuesday 01/08/2019
Police arrest 5 in connection with New Year's Day brawl at Foxwoods, expect more Posted: 08 January 2019 [11:15 AM] MASHANTUCKET - Connecticut tribal police have arrested five people and expect to arrest more in connection with a New Year's Day brawl…
Thursday 01/03/2019
John Wallace middle schoolers win big in radon poster contest Posted: 03 January 2019 [08:18 AM] NEWINGTON – If you don’t get your home’s radon levels in check, your kids and pets might start worrying. Hannah Poulin,…
Board of Ed seeks community input during superintendent search Posted: 03 January 2019 [08:16 AM] NEWINGTON – Among the most desirable qualities in a new school chief, where do accountability, commitment and ability to communicate stand…
Memorial Band keeps Sam Pasco's spirit alive Posted: 03 January 2019 [08:14 AM] NEWINGTON – The spirit of Sam Pasco lives on through the music of his former band. Dubbing themselves “The Sam Pasco…
Human Services made holidays happier for many struggling families Posted: 03 January 2019 [08:13 AM] NEWINGTON – A modest, middle class suburb of Hartford, there is no shortage of generosity in Newington. Those who have enough…
Newington police blotter Posted: 03 January 2019 [08:13 AM] Newington police report the following: Richalees Marie Vergera, 19, 102 Grove St., New Britain, was charged on Dec. 19 with second-degree failure…
Pet of the Week: Galaxy Posted: 03 January 2019 [08:12 AM] Galaxy is 6-years-old and she is at our Care Center in Newington waiting for her new family to take her home.…
Byron hosts discussion on cyber security for businesses Posted: 03 January 2019 [08:10 AM] NEWINGTON- At his monthly Business Advisory Council, State Representative Gary Byron (R-Newington) hosted an informative group discussion with Joe Ercolano who is…
Children's Theatre auditioning for Disney's Peter Pan Jr. Posted: 03 January 2019 [08:09 AM] The Newington Children’s Theatre Company will hold auditions for their second School-Year Musical, Disney’s Peter Pan Jr., January 7-9, by appointment. Auditions…