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A run of good weather leading fishermen to flock to the Farmington River
NEW HARTFORD, Conn. — “It’s about as good as it gets,” exclaimed Torrey Collins, the manager at Upcountry Sport Fishing on Route 44 in New Hartford. Collins is referring to the recent weather and the water flow of the Farmington River, which all leads to optimal conditions for fly fishing.
Police surround Connecticut capitol after threat made
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Officers surrounded the state capitol building after Hartford police told Connecticut State Capitol Police that a person claimed to be there with a gun. The person, who was potentially emotionally distressed, had threatened to kill those who were inside, according to capitol police. Officers could be seen on Tuesday afternoon outside […]
4 Jefferson Xing, Farmington home tied to Dulos case, to soon go on the market
FARMINGTON, Conn — A multi-million-dollar home on the Farmington/Avon line tied to the disappearance and presumed death of Jennifer Farber Dulos has been listed on a real estate website and will soon go on the market. 4 Jefferson Crossing in Farmington is currently valued at around $3.1 million, according...
Watertown Schools Bomb Threat Deemed Non-Credible, Police and Federal Agencies on High Alert
A bomb scare targeted at Watertown Public Schools thrust the local community into high alert, as law enforcement agencies swiftly rallied to evaluate the situation. According to a post on their official Facebook page, the Watertown Police Department, in a joint effort with school officials and various law enforcement partners, including state and federal agencies, took measures to assess the threat and ensure the safety of students and faculty.
New CT restaurant has ‘secret’ recipe so popular, owner says ‘to this day I won’t tell’ my husband
Does the thought of peanut butter, jelly and pickled jalapenos on a cheeseburger make you want to cringe? If so, you may want to reconsider and give it a try, as the Spicy PB&J Burger is a mega hit at the new Soulfully Vegan eatery in Berlin. One reviewer wrote, “I ordered the spicy PB&J with regular fries and this is a contender for best burger ever, meat burgers included.” In 2022 the ...
'I just went into Dad mode' - East Hartford barbers may have saved the life of a little girl
EAST HARTFORD, Conn. — It’s an inspiring story that proves everyday heroes walk among us. Quick thinking East Hartford barbers may have saved a life. Since their inception, Main Street barber shops have been an institutional pillar of small town America and the barbers inside are the heartbeat of the community.
East Hartford student accepted to three Ivy League universities
EAST HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - A senior at East Hartford High School was accepted to three Ivy League universities. Christiana Zembrowski was accepted to Harvard, Yale, and Columbia Universities, East Hartford Public Schools announced earlier this month. The district said Zembrowski was also accepted to several other prestigious schools. “My...
Things to keep in mind as warmer weather hits
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) – More of us are heading outdoors with the warmer weather. Maybe you’re hiking or gardening in your backyard. The medical director of the Hartford HealthCare Urgent Care Centers, Dr. Syed Hussain, joined News 8 at noon to remind us about some things to keep in mind.
Hartford police holding checkpoint on Park Street
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Hartford police have announced the department’s latest checkpoint as part of the city’s efforts to crack down on drunken driving. The checkpoint is scheduled from 5 p.m. Thursday to 1 a.m. Friday on Park Street. It’s the latest in a string of checkpoints the department has conducted this year, including those […]
I-84 East in Farmington reopens after rollover crash
Two lanes of Interstate 84 East in Farmington have reopened after a rollover crash closed the area briefly on Tuesday morning. The left and center lanes of the highway were closed between exits 39A and 40. The highway has since fully reopened. It's unclear if anyone was injured.
$100K Lottery Ticket Sold In Watertown
It was a lucky weekend for one Bay Stater who won $100,000 in the Massachusetts State Lottery. The $100,000 ticket was sold on Sunday, April 28, at Convenience Plus at 99 School Street in Watertown. The name of the winner was not released. The store will receive a $1,000 bonus. The p…
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