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Developer sues CT town after warning that he’d build large affordable housing complex
Facing a deluge of public opposition and a unanimous “no” vote by town zoning commissioners, a controversial developer is suing to pursue his plan for building luxury townhouses on a 39-acre woodland tract in Litchfield. Michael Peloquin had cautioned the town in April that he was ready to build a sprawling affordable housing complex on the land if his townhome proposal was rejected, but ...
Not Just Us Holding “End Hate Across the State” Event
The organization Not Just Us is hosting “End Hate Across the State” event in New Britain, saying that, “By joining together we have more of a voice to ensure youths of diversity can go from the school to prison pipeline to the school to success pathways.”. “We...
Connecticut Children's emphasizes window safety as high temps near
With temperatures expected to reach the mid-90s next week, experts at Connecticut Children's reinforced the importance of safety as people begin to open their windows. “I think parents should be very astute as to the window falling and having the window open period without having any protection in there,” said James Thomas, of Hartford.
Hartford holds its 4th annual Juneteenth Celebration in Bushnell Park
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) – The city of Hartford held their fourth annual Juneteenth event Sunday afternoon at Bushnell Park. The day to mark America’s second independence came with a celebration of community, unity and high emotions. “This is freedom for me this is huge. I was just sitting here talking and literally crying,” said Dr. […]
It's Flag Day and the Army's Birthday
The Avenue of Flags are flying high at Sawyer Park, in the City of Hartford on Friday, June 14 in recognition of Flag Day. It is also the 249th birthday of the Army. On June 14, 1775, 249 years ago, the Second Continental Congress founded a united army to bring the 13 colonies together in the fight for independence from Great Britain. The U.S. Army was officially born. The Army was founded just months into the American Revolutionary War and predates the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Over its nearly 2½ centuries of service, the Army evolved from a ragtag militia hastily formed to fight against Britain to the largest branch of one of the most powerful militaries to ever exist. Today, over 450,000 active-duty service members, as well as about 300,000 National Guard soldiers and 175,000 reservists make up the Army — the largest of the six military branches. This year’s theme is “Honoring the Past, Defending the Future.”
Frederick Franklin Masonic Lodge in Plainville Celebrates Flag Day
PLAINVILLE, Conn. — The Frederick Franklin Lodge No. 14 in Plainville held its 17th annual Flag Day ceremony at the Plainville Masonic Temple Friday evening. Patriotism was on full display, as the Color Guard marched inside. “I’m an American citizen. A patriotic American citizen,” says Frank Dlugoleski, Treasurer of...
Op-Ed – Infrastructure Investment – A Real Proposal or a Campaign Gimmick
In a June 12, 2024, article on the New Britain Progressive my opponent for District 26 state representative is cited as proposing a $200 million investment in municipal infrastructure to address sewer and flooding issues funded by recent state budget surpluses. New Britain has suffered from flooding in certain areas in the past few years and badly needs investment in these areas, so who would object to such a proposal? In the following paragraphs I will show my opponent’s lack of understanding and knowledge of state budget politics and how money is allocated for local projects.
Freebie Friday: Yoga in Our City and swim lessons at YMCA
(WTNH) – It’s Father’s Day weekend and businesses are hoping the family can get out together while giving their main man a break. We are Stretching Your Dollar this Freebie Friday with some deals heading into the weekend. First, we’re talking about free admission. Places like Kidsplay,...
Op-Ed – Response to Ayalon’s Commentary on Infrastructure Proposal
The federal grants (PROTECT and FEMA) have been in the pipeline for years, they have not been funded. The Allen St. and Overlook-McKinley projects have been ignored and neglected for 30 years including 10 years on the current mayor’s watch. City and state bonding initiatives are required immediately to properly fund the Allen St. Project.
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