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2 inmates die at Garner Correctional Institute in Newtown
NEWTOWN, Conn. (WTNH) — The Connecticut Department of Correction is investigating the deaths of two incarcerated men at Garner Correctional in Newtown. Officials said one death happened on July 19 and the other on July 21. In both cases, officials said staff administered life-saving measures, but neither man survived. State police and the Department of […]
Man Accused Of Breaking Into Northern Westchester Home, Stealing Car
A 48-year-old Hudson Valley man faces several felony charges after allegedly breaking into a Northern Westchester residence and stealing a vehicle, police announced. Putnam County resident James Kennon was arrested on Friday, July 19 in connection with a vehicle theft and a break-in that occur…
DUI Driver, 65, Plows Car Into Building, Occupied Vehicles In New Milford, Police Say
A 65-year-old DUI driver has been arrested after police say she plowed her vehicle into two occupied vehicles, a telephone pole, and a building in New Milford Friday evening, July 25.The crash happened around 5:25 p.m. at the intersection of Madison Avenue and River Road, New Milford Police Ca…
Man Nabbed After Stabbing Victim, Barricading Himself In Somers Home: Police
Somers resident Andres Mendoza Gomez was arrested on Wednesday, July 17 after allegedly assaulting a victim with a knife at a Somers home, New York State Police announced on Friday, July 26. According to authorities, at around 12:30 a.m. on the day of Mendoza Gomez's arrest, troopers responded to a...
Man Steals From Cortlandt's King's Ferry Yacht Club: Police
Buchanan resident John Disclafani was arrested on Thursday, July 18 in connection with an alleged burglary in Cortlandt, New York State Police announced on Friday, July 26. According to state police, at 5:15 a.m. on the day of Disclafani's arrest, a burglary was reported at the King's Ferry Yacht Club at 238 Kings Ferry Rd.
'This is what Poughkeepsie needs': The Governess, new waterfront restaurant, makes debut.
Set right on the Hudson River, The Governess is located on a prime spot, with great views from the deck and from the vintage-decorated restaurant and bar. The Governess had its grand opening on Thursday, July 25, and the community came out to celebrate the long-awaited debut at 1 Main St. Melanie Lemieux,...
St. Ann Feast still entertains old and young after more than a century
Friday marked the beginning of the 110th Celebration of the St. Ann Feast at Norwalk’s St. Ann Club that will continue through Sunday evening. “La Festa di Sant’Anna” is a celebration of Italian heritage and a tradition honoring St Ann and St Joachim, the parents of the Virgin Mary and the grandparents of Jesus in the Catholic tradition.
Spray-Painted Racial Slur Discovered During Investigation Of Vandalism At Aite HS In Stamford
The incident occurred at the Academy of Information Technology and Engineering (AITE) in Stamford. Mayor Caroline Simmons, Stamford Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Tamu Lucero, and Stamford Board of Education President Jackie Heftman released a joint statement late Friday afternoon, July 26 on the incident. “During the Stamford Police Department’s investigation...
Many small pets available for adoption at CT Humane Society
Clear the Shelters, our monthlong pet adoption initiative, is about two weeks away. Meantime, the Connecticut Humane Society wants you to know there aren't just cats and dogs looking for a forever home, smaller pets are waiting to be adopted as well. "We work with all the small animals except...
Abigail Horn Charged With Attempted Homicide Of Infant: DA
Abigail Horn, 18, is charged with attempted homicide, aggravated assault, and endangering the welfare of a child, prosecutors wrote in a release. Witnesses told Bethlehem police in May that they saw Horn "smothering" the then-6-week-old child, according to authorities. Others said Horn caused the baby to "scream and gasp for air," and on a separate occasion, "squeezed the infant and caused the infant to scream in apparent pain."
Law Enforcement Mourns Loss of Beloved Newburgh, New York K9
The Town of Newburgh is mourning the loss of a beloved member of the community. The Town of Newburgh Police Department has shared that a K9 in their department has passed away. On July 24th, 2024 the Town of Newburgh Police Department wrote on social media "It is with an...
Four Outstanding Connecticut Waterfall Hikes Perfect for Summer Swimming
After 45 years of living in New Fairfield, CT, the gorgeous drive along Route 39 that looks over Candlewood Lake and eventually Squantz Pond is a drive that never gets old. I can't get enough of the sunsets on Candlewood Lake and the beauty of New England's fall foliage. When...
Back Yard Beekeepers Association Presents Talk on Nurturing the Lives of Bees
The Back Yard Beekeepers Association (BYBA) in Connecticut is proud to present Dr. Thomas Seeley, a well-respected biologist and beekeeper on Tuesday, July 30 in Weston. He will discuss nature-based beekeeping that aims to provide managed honey bee colonies with living conditions that are as close as possible to those of wild honey bee colonies.
Why Did These Young, Curious Raccoons Need to Be Rescued in the Hudson Valley?
Four small furry friends found themselves in quite a situation recently in Millbrook, New York. Their faces say it all. The Village of Millbrook Police Department shared on social media today that one of their staff, Sgt. Witt came to the rescue of some juvenile raccoons who found themselves in a bit of a mess.
Monsieur Touton Hosts Latour Wine Dinner
Monsieur Touton Selection, Ltd., hosted a wine dinner showcasing the wines of Louis Latour at the Stamford Yacht Club on June 9. Eléonore Latour, Vice President and 12th-generation winemaker of the Latour family, was in attendance to present the featured wines to guests. Yacht Club members enjoyed a multicourse dinner prepared by Executive Chef Alan Dancyger and the venue’s culinary team, paired with Louis Latour Pernand-Vergelesses 1er Cru En Caradeux and Marsannay Rouge, and truffles from Sabatino. For more than 200 years and through 11 generations, Domaine Louis Latour remains family-run and is the largest Grand Cru Domaine in Burgundy, where it creates its renowned French wines. Eléonore Latour was appointed as Vice President of Maison Louis Latour and its U.S. subsidiary in March 2024.
Have the Best Giant Skeleton with Barnyard Friends this Halloween
Many people start thinking about Christmas in July because for decades people have branded July as the month you can look ahead to the holidays. Christmas is less than 6 months away and in the heat a few thought about the happy part of winter work. But before you get...
New Restaurant Off To Great Start In Hartsdale: 'Can't Wait To Go Back,' Visitor Says
Urban Central Restaurant & Bar, located in Hartsdale at 10 North Central Ave., has made its mark on patrons since opening on Monday, June 24, according to Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner, who said the eatery has been "getting great reviews from constituents." Owned by Brian Angarola and Pedro Luis...
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