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Norwich Sachem Fund will seek new applications for $93,000 in unspent grant funds
Norwich ― The Sachem Fund is back after a seven-year hiatus for at least one more round of grant applications to fund projects in the city. The fund was created by former Mayor Benjaman Lathrop and leaders of the Mohegan tribe in 2007 to support economic development, historic and cultural activities and neighborhood revitalization. Both entities over the years reduced allocations and eventually stopped putting new money into the fund.
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...
ECC softball tourney: NFA, Griswold aim for league banners
There was a time when Griswold softball coach Rick Arremony enjoyed when the ECC offered just one single postseason tournament. “I recall in 2002 when we won the ECC Small Division and went on to win the ECC Tournament against everyone,” Arremony said. “I enjoy playing up, especially if I have a team of players who play summer softball.” ...
Man in prison for Griswold triple murder files latest appeal
New London ― Sergio Correa, the Hartford man sentenced to life in prison for brutally killing a Griswold couple and their son and then burning their house down, has filed another appeal in his quest for a new trial. Correa’s “motion to correct an illegal sentence” was filed in...
H-K Boys’ Lax Locked in on Shoreline Four-Peat After Fantastic Regular Season
The Haddam-Killingworth boys’ lacrosse squad has spent the last several seasons establishing itself as a dynasty in the Shoreline Conference Championship conversation with a trio of trophies. The Cougars are on the fast track to adding to their pile after another proficient regular season, though rather than resting on past laurels, H-K is staying present, in the moment, and focusing on the next game.
ECC will crown tournament champs in eight sports this week
First up is track and field. That begins a jam-packed week in which eight Eastern Connecticut Conference sports will crown champions, from track and field Monday, boys’ and girls’ tennis Wednesday, boys’ and girls’ lacrosse and softball Thursday and baseball Friday. Following is a sneak peak:
Shots fired at residence on Cliff Street in Norwich CT. Here's what we know
Gunshots were fired into a residence on Cliff Street in Norwich on Monday. Norwich Police said that at approximately 5:25 p.m. Monday, the dispatch center received several 911 calls reporting shots fired in the area of Cliff Street and North Cliff Street in Norwich. Numerous patrol officers responded to the...
Colchester middle school coach accused of making a racist remark has stepped down
COLCHESTER, Conn. — A track coach at William J. Johnson Middle School in Colchester has stepped down after allegedly making a racist remark at a meet on Monday. According to a release from Colchester Public Schools on Thursday, the Colchester middle school was participating in a meet with Beman Middle School of Middletown when the Colchester coach interacted with members of the Beman team, who were signing the song “Faneto,” by Chief Keef, as was revealed by a preliminary investigation.
Groton Long Point Bridge over railroad to be replaced
Groton ― The state plans to replace the aging bridge carrying Groton Long Point Road over the Amtrak railroad, with a new span that will provide greater clearance above the railroad tracks. About 3,400 vehicles travel every day across the bridge, which is located to the north of Esker...
Lawsuit fallout prompts move to eliminate New London tree commission
New London ―A “large, adverse” civil judgment paid out by the city last year could lead to the dissolution of a little-known commission and the repeal of 14-year-old tree inspection and maintenance standards. The City Council on Monday will discuss a proposal to dissolve the Shade Tree...
Willimantic's newest bar, Reframe, has a twist: no alcohol
WILLIMANTIC, Conn. — Reframe: A Dry Spot, a Willimantic bar with a twist, held its ribbon cutting ceremony Tuesday. The business sells premade mocktails and has beer on tap, all alcohol-free. Believed to be the first sober bar in Connecticut, it's more modeled after a coffee shop. Frances McGrath,...
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...
Montville making initial repairs to troubled animal control shelter
Montville ― The town has been making some initial improvements to the dilapidated animal control facility until it learns if it will receive $2 million from the state to help it build a new shelter. For years, the 225 Maple Ave. facility, which is shared with Salem, has been...
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