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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.
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...
Old Saybrook Voters Pass $51.4M Budget
On May 14, Old Saybrook voters overwhelmingly approved the 2024-’25 fiscal year budget of $51,440,046 by huge margins. The total budget combines spending requests for both the town and the Board of Education (BOE). The BOE budget is $28,829,506, a $975,812 or 3.38 % increase. The town budget is $21,447,238, a $187,490 or 0.87 % increase.
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 ...
Winfield Slams Texas Governor For Pardoning Man Convicted Of Killing BLM Protester
HARTFORD, CT – Connecticut State Senator Gary Winfield is raising a red flag about Thursday’s decision by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to pardon a man convicted of killing a Black Lives Matter protester, calling it “dangerous” and saying it will encourage more violence against peaceful protesters.
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.
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 ...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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