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UConn demo teaches how to respond to pedestrian crash
STORRS, Conn. (WTNH) — A demo held on Wednesday at the University of Connecticut taught officers what to do when responding to a scene where a vehicle hits a pedestrian. “It’s truly important,” said Eric Jackson, the executive director of the Connecticut Transportation Institute. The simulation also included what to do if a bicyclist is […]
Plainfield town budget referendum is Monday. What questions are on the ballot? A 60 second read
There, qualified voters will vote on the following questions for the approval or disapproval of said questions, a vote of "Yes" being a vote of approval, and a vote of “No” being a vote of disapproval. “Shall the annual operating budget in the amount of $13,352,619, excluding the...
RI man sentenced to life in prison for child molestation. What to know.
PROVIDENCE – A Superior Court judge sentenced a Glocester man to life in prison for molesting a girl he knew nearly two decades ago. James Ballou, 45, was sentenced by Judge Daniel A. Procaccini to life in prison on one count of first-degree child molestation, plus a consecutive 12 years for two counts of second-degree child molestation. ...
Killingly general government, education budgets fail. What comes next?
The Killingly general government and education budgets for fiscal 2025 failed to pass at the budget vote Tuesday. The general government budget in the amount of $24,491,738 failed to pass, with 294 “Yes” votes and 381 “No” votes. 358 people voted that the general government budget was too high, while 13 voted that it was too low.
Aswad Spuriel Arrested In Murder Of Juquin Smith
At 2 p.m. on July 6, 2023, police responded to the Plainfield train station and found Juquin Smith, 45, suffering from stab wounds, Union County Prosecutor William Daniel and Plainfield Police Director James T. Abney said. Smith was transported to an area hospital, where he was pronounced dead, authorities said.
Rakim Lubin, Former UConn Basketball Star, Dies at 28
It’s a sad day for the University of Connecticut basketball fans. Former UConn men’s basketball player Rakim Lubin has died. The alum was just 28 years old too. Lubin played for the team during the 2014-15 season. Growing up in Gadsen, Alabama, he earned the nickname “Rock” thanks to both his size and intimidating figure. He used that to his advantage while on the court. It let him go far. He became a three-star recruit after graduating from Buford High School in Georgia. Lubin also earned all-region honors and first-team all-state. He earned Georgia Sportswriters 3A layer of the Year. Ultimately, Lubind decided to go to UConn over Auburn and Georgia Tech.
Thieves snatch $4,000 worth of items from Ulta in Lisbon
LISBON, CT (WFSB) - A trio of suspects stole $4,000 worth of merchandise from an Ulta in Lisbon over the weekend. State police said it happened at the River Road business on Saturday around 8:25 p.m. Troopers said three people went into the store, took the items, then fled in...
New dam law expedites emergency response to flooding: How will this affect Norwich?
After the Fitchville Pond Dam leaked during the heavy January rains, a new law seeks to makes dams safer. SB 192, passed on May 8 at the end of the legislative session, prevents owners of dams from keeping them “in a condition which could threaten life or property.” The Connecticut Department of Energy...
New Norwich special education program will keep students in district: how it's a win for all
A new special education program in Norwich will save the district money and keep Norwich students in the city. The Norwich Board of Education approved the creation of the Rose City School at Bishop special education program Tuesday. The program, which will be on the first floor of the Bishop School Building, will start with five students next school year, and serve students who would otherwise be placed out of district.
Norwich BOE members concerned about superintendent investigation: What chair Kulos says
While the investigation into on-leave Norwich Superintendent Kristen Stringfellow and Assistant Superintendent Tamara Gloster has gone on since the fall, Norwich Board of Education Chair Mark Kulos urged board members that the investigation needs to take time. “It’s a slight drain on our resources and we could really use the...
10-year-old Willimantic boy with autism gets to be garbage man for his birthday
WILLIMANTIC, Conn. (WTNH) — Some kids seem to be fascinated by garbage trucks, and for one boy from Willimantic, operating one is his dream job. Thanks to the kindness of others, that dream came true on Monday for Axton Nizeul’s 10th birthday. After being picked up early from school, his parents brought him to Casella Waste […]
Why did Killingly's grand list increase 26% from 2022 to 2023? Who are the biggest taxpayers?
The Town of Killingly’s grand list increased by more than 26 percent from 2022 to 2023. The 2023 net grand list totaled $2,169,884,639, up from the 2022 net grand list total of $1,717,065,355. Real estate increased substantially from the 2022 to 2023 grand lists. Its valuation increased from $1,335,847,519...
Owner of Deary's Gymnastics in Killingly to be honored as business leader of the year
From the moment a child starts walking, they can begin classes at Deary’s Gymnastics in Danielson. The gym is a lifelong passion project for former All-American gymnast Robin Deary Fillmore, who started the gym after graduating from Southern Connecticut State University where Deary Fillmore picked up her All-American accolades on the balance beam.
Campbell: Neglected fence could use some attention
The State Police Headquarters in Scituate is beautifully maintained, the grounds are well-kept … but I turn your attention to the original longtime headquarters that is still used, the Richard Rhodes house built in 1794 and modernized in the early 1960s … (later called the Coggeshall Mansion). The...
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