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Rehabilitated seals released at Blue Shutters Beach in Charlestown
CHARLESTOWN, R.I. (WJAR) — Mystic Aquarium released two rehabilitated seals Friday. The two male harp seals, named Gnocchi and Ditalini, were rescued earlier this year. Gnocchi was found on Martha's Vineyard in February. He was dehydrated and had to have an injured eye removed. Ditalini was rescued in Pawcatuck,...
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...
Stonington Board of Education to vote on future of middle school
“The structural engineer was very clear. It is safe. He’s just recommending to replace that slab,” Stonington Board of Education Chairman Farouk Rajab said. The future of Stonington Middle School remains up in the air after engineers discovered cracks on part of the second-story floor back in April.
Celebrating Henry Bill’s 200th Birthday
Ledyard ― Ledyard Bill Library hosted founder Henry Bill’s 200th birthday party Saturday. The party had activities, balloon animals and cake. Later in the morning there was a presentation on dressing as a Victorian lady. Henry Bill grew up in what at the time was not yet Ledyard,...
Downtown Mystic to have increased police presence this summer
“No matter what part of Connecticut you’re from, mystic is a go-to destination,” Danbury’s Patti Keckeisen said. From its shops to its restaurants, downtown Mystic takes on a whole new life come summertime. “Mystic has grown tremendously on both fronts, population wise and visitor wise,” Margaret Macris,...
Rhode Island doctor explains more centenarians and steps to increase life expectancy
(WJAR) — The number of people living to 100 is on the rise!. But while we see more people reach that milestone, one doctor tells NBC 10 it doesn't mean it applies to everyone. East Providence resident Adelina Almedia is 108 years old. Her granddaughter Jessica Britto said she...
Lifeguard shortage easing for some towns
GROTON, CT (WFSB) – As the warmth of the Summer gets closer and beaches prepare to welcome crowds for Memorial Day weekend, CT faces a recurring challenge in ensuring lifeguard coverage for its shores. Mary Hill, Director of Groton City Parks and Recreation, has grappled with lifeguard shortages for...
Students safe after 3-vehicle crash involving school bus in Stonington
Stonington ― Seven students escaped injury when the bus they were riding in was involved in a three-vehicle crash at the intersection of Jeremy Hill Road, Taugwonk Road and Route 184 on Monday afternoon. Stonington Police Department Deputy Chief Todd Olson said the bus driver was taken to Lawrence...
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...
Man rescued from water by Good Samaritans in Noank has died
Groton ― Town police have said a man, who was rescued earlier this month by Good Samaritans in the water in Noank, has died. Police identified the man as Douglas Crawford, 66, of Westerly, R.I. According to his obituary, Crawford, who served on the boards of the Watch Hill...
Man pursues insanity verdict in Mashantucket stabbing
A former Baltimore, Maryland man, charged with stabbing a Mashantucket man in the face and neck in 2018, is seeking to convince a judge that he needs mental health treatment, not prison, for his alleged crime. A trial started on Friday in New London Superior Court for 47-year-old Dontae Glen...
Boston police find missing teen
UPDATE: Boston police said they have located a teen that had gone missing. 17-year-old Jaize Shabazz-Fealy of Dorchester was last seen at around 2 p.m. on May 5 near Melvin H. King South End Academy in Boston. Shabazz-Fealy is described as a light-skinned, black male. He is 5 feet, 7...
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