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Rainfall totals and rising temperatures mean more mosquitos this year
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WFSB) - Rainfall totals are to blame if you have noticed mosquitoes out earlier than usual. Researchers in Connecticut say the mix of rainfall and rising temperatures means more mosquitoes flying around this year. “I don’t like them; I don’t like them. They’re a pain,” said Steve...
OPINION: How did Lamont miss what FBI calls blatant stealing?
As news broke Thursday of the arrest of Gov. Ned Lamont’s former deputy budget chief on a panoply of corruption charges, I couldn’t help but wonder how the governor could have been so clueless about what the FBI called blatant wrongdoing in his administration. The charges and three...
Route 21 McCarter Highway Pedestrian Crash
It happened at the intersection of McCarter Highway and South Street, closing the roadway between Pennington and Mulberry Streets as of 4:40 p.m. Chief Assistant Prosecutor Tom Fennelley said his office is investigating. to follow Daily Voice Essex and receive free news updates.
The Howards found each other farming, then Farms for the Future found them
When Leslie and Priscilla Howard heard they had been chosen, they were shocked and relieved. They knew their pitch to win the farming rights at Cleo’s Corner in Southold was solid. But they also knew the competition was stiff. “We were worried it wasn’t going to happen, a lot of worthy farmers applied,” Leslie said.
CT juvenile on bicycle hospitalized after being struck by car
A minor on a bicycle was hit by a car in New London on Thursday afternoon and taken to the hospital. The crash was reported just after 3 p.m. in the area of Jefferson Avenue and Ashcraft Road where emergency crews responded to the report of a car versus bicycle, according to the New London Police Department. The juvenile involved suffered what police said appeared to be non-life-threatening ...
It’s that time of year to start dining outside. Here’s 5 great patios in CT to eat at
As summer inches closer and weather begins to improve, it’s time for Connecticut diners to start thinking about taking their evening meal outside. All over the state, patios have popped up at restaurants, with umbrellas, chairs and rooftops ready to be enjoyed. Get together a group of friends to enjoy an afternoon lunch or a nighttime under the stars with drinks. Connecticut restaurants have ...
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,...
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...
Time to go fishing
Jarod Calovis, of East Haddam, spends time fishing from the boardwalk at Ferry Landing State Park in Old Lyme after getting off work. Calovis decided to go fishing since he had nothing else to do Friday, May 17, 2024. In the background, a power boat travels up the Connecticut River. (Dana Jensen/The Day)
Eversource crews from across New England compete in the 9th annual Lineworkers’ Rodeo in Berlin
BERLIN, Conn. (WTNH) – More than 60 Eversource employees from Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire all gathered in Berlin this weekend for the company’s 9th annual Lineworkers’ Rodeo. The competition was held at the Eversource training facility on Deming Road and it was designed to test worker’s quickness, balance, agility and technical skill. There were […]
Six years after a nearly deadly attack on her, ex-CT police officer champions bill to protect victims
When then-Hartford Police officer Jill Kidik survived a brutal knife attack to her neck during a routine call six years ago Friday, she nearly lost her voice. Now years into her recovery, Kidik has found her voice in a new way — advocating for victims of violence. That advocacy has led to the passage of a state bill that will broaden protections for victims whose attackers are deemed not ...
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