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Two Connecticut Brothers' Target Parking-Lot Pull Could Be Worth Seven Figures

One in 10.5 million odds, a jewel-encrusted twist, and a dealer who knew he was out of his depth.

Griswold, CT · 2h

WPRI 12 News

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Johnston’s mayor could be getting a bump in pay

Johnston Mayor Joseph Polisena Jr. could be getting a big pay raise.

Johnston, RI · 3d

WTNH

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UConn men remain ‘confident in depth’ after Khamenia injury

STORRS, Conn. (WTNH) — The status of UConn men’s basketball player Nikolas Khamenia is still uncertain after suffering an injury to his lower left leg Monday night against Wagner. The sophomore forward left the game in the first half and was scheduled for testing Tuesday. No matter how long he is out, the Huskies believe […]

Storrs, CT · 2d

WPRI 12 News

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‘Don’t be secretive’: Johnston mayor reacts to FM’s exit

Earlier this week, one of Rhode Island's biggest employers, insurance firm FM, announced plans to close its Johnston office and move to Providence.

Johnston, RI · 16h

GoLocalProv

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FM Says It's Moving HQ to Providence; What They Didn’t Say Is Hundreds of Jobs Are Headed to MA

FM Says It's Moving HQ to Providence; What They Didn’t Say Is Hundreds of Jobs Are Headed to MA. FM earlier this week announced that it is closing its Johnston, Rhode Island headquarters facility and moving to Providence. As GoLocal reported last February, the company purchased the building that was formerly IGT's headquarters. FM used to be named FM Global.

Providence, RI · 17h

The Bulletin

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Dine out for Thanksgiving in Norwich, but make reservations now

Want the turkey and pie without spending Thanksgiving morning peeling potatoes and watching the oven? Restaurants in and around Norwich are offering another option this year, with Thanksgiving dinners ranging from expansive buffets to traditional sit-down meals. Turkey and stuffing are on the menu, of course, but diners can also find prime rib, seafood, lamb and plenty of desserts. Thanksgiving is Thursday, Nov. 26, and reservations are required at some restaurants. With families competing for popular lunch and dinner times, waiting until the last minute could mean fewer choices. If dining out sounds better than cooking and cleaning this Thanksgiving, here’s where to start making your plans now. The Spa at Norwich Inn Let someone else handle the turkey and the dishes this Thanksgiving. The Spa at Norwich Inn, 607 W. Thames St., Norwich, will serve a Thanksgiving buffet from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 26. The buffet features carved turkey and prime rib, four salads, a full hot buffet and a dessert station. Vegetarian and gluten-free options will also be available. The cost is $69 for adults and $19.99 for children ages 5 to 10, plus taxes and service charges. Children younger than 5 eat free. Reservations

Norwich, CT · 1d

The Providence Journal

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FM is leaving Johnston for a new headquarters in Providence

PROVIDENCE – FM, the mutual commercial insurance company based in Johnston, will turn its newly bought building in downtown Providence into its headquarters, eventually shuttering its Johnston campus. FM, formerly known as FM Global, announced the move in a news release. FM is renovating multiple floors of the building at 10 Memorial Blvd., across from Providence Place. The building previously had an IGT sign, which was replaced with the FM logo in August. FM paid $68.5 million for the 202,000-square-foot building and a long-term ground lease, the company said in February. The property was part of the Capital Center redevelopment of Providence's former rail yards, and the land is owned by Capital Properties Inc. Brightstar, formerly IGT, will be staying in the building as well, its spokesman said after the announcement of the purchase. The commercial tenants already in the building, including Fidelity and the Capital Grille, will be staying. While officials previously said the building would complement its Johnston campus , now the plan is to shutter the Johnston headquarters and move those operations to Providence. "While Johnston will eventually cease to serve as an FM work location, no decision has been made on the timing of that transition,

Providence, RI · 2d

Connecticut Mirror

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A new president for UConn might be worse than Ritter

Experience in higher education management isn't much of a virtue these days what with the recent financial and sexual misconduct scandals at the CSCU system.

Storrs, CT · 12h

The Bulletin

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Norwich Free Academy plans $2M football field, track renovation

While Norwich Free Academy has been in the process of updating its facilities, the school will soon start another update project. Head of School Nathan Quesnel formally announced the school’s plans to renovate the football field and track during the NFA Annual Corporator Meeting on Nov. 5. Work will begin after this school year’s graduation. The last time the field was updated was back in 1999, so the current field has “outlived its useful life,” Quesnel said. Other ongoing or completed NFA projects Quesnel highlighted include renovations to the cafeteria and Slater Hall and the creation of The Grid computer room in the library for the school’s e-sports team, which started the prior school year. What’s the plan? The new football field will features state of the art synthetic truth, a new track, a press box in the bleachers, new bathrooms, a new concession stand. This project will also include a new wildcat statue located on the other side of campus, where the historic beech tree once stood, Quesnel said. The project is expected to cost $2 million, which includes state funds. The school has also already secured a major donor to the project, Quesnel said. More: Norwich Free Academy

Norwich, CT · 2d

The Bulletin

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Family seeks Navy Cross for Norwich man who saved Marines in Vietnam

David Jacobson didn’t know much about his father’s service in Vietnam. This year, he began uncovering a story of battlefield heroism he had never fully known. Now he wants his father recognized for it. David Jacobson is seeking a posthumous Navy Cross for Navy corpsman Russell “Doc Jake” Jacobson, who passed away in 2015 from an Agent Orange-related illness. His father received a Purple Heart for injuries he suffered in combat, but was never decorated for actions that multiple accounts say saved the lives of fellow servicemen. “The Navy gave another corpsman on that same hill, same battle, same day, the Navy Cross,” David Jacobson told The Cape Cod Times in September . “My father never got that call. The question now is whether he still can.” Denis Russell, Vietnam veteran and VFW Post Commander in Plymouth, Massachusetts, is helping Jacobson, after after a Massachusetts state representative connected the two. “What we’re trying to do is make sure everyone knows the full story, go through whatever the full procedure is, and follow it up with letters,” he said. The search for the flak jacket While Russell Jacobson would talk about nearly anything, he rarely discussed his Vietnam service. The effects,

Norwich, CT · 3d

The Bulletin

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Chelsea Groton Bank to host career fair in Norwich

Chelsea Groton Bank will host a career fair from 4 to 6 p.m. Nov. 19 at its Norwich-Westside Branch, 444 West Main St., Norwich. The event will give candidates a chance to meet bank employees and learn about current openings and potential career paths, according to a community announcement. “Chelsea Groton offers a collaborative environment where team members are encouraged to learn, grow, and build rewarding careers,” said Jean McGran, FVP, Member Experience market manager at Chelsea Groton Bank. “Whether someone is entering the workforce, changing careers, or seeking their next opportunity, our Career Fair is a great place to discover what makes our organization unique.” Candidates should dress professionally and bring a resume because on-the-spot interviews for branch and department positions may be available, according to the announcement. Those who want to review openings or apply online before the career fair can visit www.chelseagroton.com/Careers . Accommodations available for applicants Chelsea Groton Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected class under federal, state or local law. Qualified applicants with disabilities who need

Norwich, CT · 1d

New Haven Independent

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Derby Commission Pushes Back After DiGiovanni’s Ouster

DERBY – The members of the Sterling Opera House Commission voted Monday to indefinitely suspend meetings after the ouster of their former chairman, Gino DiGiovanni, Jr. “I believe that the best thing for this committee is to indefinitely suspend meetings from here on in. I believe that is in our right to do so,” said Brian Coppolo, the new chairman of the commission.

Derby, CT · 1d

Eyewitness News

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Two navy pilots who died after collision above Preston honored

PRESTON, CT. (WFSB) - Two navy pilots who died after colliding above Preston were honored on Veterans Day. George Kraus and Merle Longnecker were practicing nighttime flying in Hellcat fighter planes on October 19th, 1944 when the incident happened. Jeff Beckwith organizes a walk that leads a group around the...

Preston, CT · 1d

Eyewitness News

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UConn Board of Trustees chair resigns

(WFSB) - The chair of the UConn Board of Trustees has resigned. In a statement to Channel 3, a spokesperson for Governor Ned Lamont said that Daniel Toscano has decided to step down from his position. “Over the past seven years, Dan’s leadership of the board has helped strengthen UConn...

Storrs, CT · 13h

NBC Connecticut

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Thanksgiving demand surges as Connecticut food pantries search for donations

Organizations across Connecticut are calling for turkey donations ahead of Thanksgiving as food pantries and soup kitchens report growing demand and dwindling supplies. Some organizations say they have only half of what they need to serve families this holiday season. Covenant Soup Kitchen in Willimantic is among those facing a...

Connecticut · 1d

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Sanchez Scores 29 as Men's Basketball Holds Off Late Rally to Beat Johnson & Wales

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Eastern Connecticut men's basketball earned its first win of the season, holding off a late rally from Johnson & Wales (R.I.) to pick up the 84-78 win at JWU on Wednesday (Nov. 11). Julian Sanchez scored 29 points, the second-most in the senior's career, to lead...

Providence, RI · 1d

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Ascend Bank to open downtown Norwich banking hub for business development and growth

Norwich, CT Ascend Bank will establish a new downtown office at 187 Main St. to support loan production, business banking, and community development. This expansion reflects the bank’s longstanding commitment to the city and its continued investment in the city’s future. Located in the former home of the...

Norwich, CT · 12h