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CT town unleashes Japanese Lady beetles to save hemlock trees
SIMSBURY, CT (WFSB) - Japanese Lady beetles were released across Simsbury as a means to save hemlock trees. Town officials, in conjunction with the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station and a number of other local environmental groups, on Tuesday released the beetles at the Town Forest Park, Ethel Walker Woods, Darling Hills, and Belden Forest.
Westfield cable TV shows interview students at high school’s airport hangar
WESTFIELD — Westfield Community Programming will showcase the unique aviation program at Westfield Technical Academy with two programs to air this month. Both were filmed at WTA’s aviation hangar at Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport. The first of the two programs, filmed for “Superintendent’s Spotlight” with Stefan Czaporowski and “On the Mark” with Mark G. Auerbach, premieres in prime time at 8 p.m. Thursday, May 23, on Westfield Community Programming, WSKB 89.5 FM, Southwick Community Television, Agawam Media, and YouTube (search for WSKB Community Radio Channel). The second part premieres at 9 a.m. Thursday, May 30. Both programs will be repeated the following Wednesday during the regularly scheduled broadcast of “On the Mark” at 9 a.m.
3 arrested, ghost gun seized during Springfield traffic stop
SPRINGFIELD, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - Three people have been arrested after Springfield Police seized a loaded ghost gun. For the past several months, members of the department’s firearms investigation unit had been investigating 24-year-old Deavon Spencer of Springfield for illegally possessing a gun. During a traffic stop near the intersection...
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 ...
The following is a portion of a letter recently sent to the 1st Selectman
The following is a portion of a letter recently sent to 1st Selectman Todd Carusillo:. I am writing to express deep disappointment in the decision to again rapidly pursue development of 190 Sharon Turnpike when you had, less than two weeks ago, told the public that you were going to build behind the firehouse. Prior to that you were going to put up storage at the existing public works. Both of those options were favorable to the public. Why would you not complete an unbiased needs assessment and use our existing locations in accordance with the POCD?
State rep. glad to welcome new business, new budget, new grads (Letter)
Hello, I hope everyone is enjoying the warmer and sunnier weather. Over the past few weeks, we have had quite a few fun events and most importantly passed the House budget. Last week I went to the ribbon cutting for James Hardie Manufacturing, and attended a great mental health event at the Forum House in Westfield, which is always one of my favorite places to visit. I also attended the Southampton Annual Town Meeting where I heard a wide range of concerns and considerations and learned more about the intricacies of how the town is run.
104th Fighter Wing warns of taxiway construction’s impact on public
The $32 million enlargement and rebuilding of Taxiway B South at Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport will result in additional, but temporary, jet noise south of the airfield. Work on the Taxiway B South is expected to last into the fall and result in a paved area that’s wider and safer for both military and civilian aircraft.
Rededication ceremony held at Barnes Air National Guard Base to honor fallen airmen
In Westfield on Friday night the annual F-100 re-dedication ceremony was held at Barnes Air National Guard Base. The ceremony honored thirteen fallen airmen who had given their lives while serving their country.
Gotcha! Arrest Made In Theft Of $62,000 Worth Of Parts From BMW HQ: Woodcliff Lake PD
Joseph Domenico Varano, 21, of Bloomfield and his cohorts hit the parking lot of the campus off Chestnut Ridge Road near the Garden State Parkway on May 4, Woodcliff Lake Police Chief Stephen Regula said. Borough police identified Varano and arrested him at his home on Thursday, May 16, with...
Wet roads, poor visibility for morning commute; some roads closed
(WFSB) - A storm that brought heavy rain and some wind led to some road closures in parts of the state. Channel 3 meteorologists issued a First Alert through Thursday morning because of an isolated chance for minor flooding and gusty winds. Simsbury police posted that Old Meadow Plain Road...
Police Memorial Ceremony held in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - The Springfield Police Department held its annual memorial ceremony on Friday afternoon to honor the city’s fallen officers for National Police Week. Each year, the ceremony is dedicated to the memory of the 17 Springfield police officers who sacrificed their lives while on duty. New...
Owner of former home building business in West Springfield pleaded guilty to fraud conspiracy
A former luxury homebuilder, previously from Wilbraham, pleaded guilty for conspiring to defraud the United States and creating false documents to help one of his clients obtain a mortgage.
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