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State to ask Norwich to own, maintain some proposed Route 82 improvements
Norwich ― City leaders might not like the roundabouts proposed for Route 82-West Main Street, but they will be asked on Monday to own and maintain portions of the project. The first of two phases of Route 82 reconstruction calls for installing single-lane roundabouts at the Asylum-Mechanic streets and the Osgood Street intersections, a raised median divider and removing three traffic lights. One break is planned in the median divider with an eastbound left turn lane to access a shopping plaza on the opposite side.
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 ...
East Hampton police cruiser struck; driver of other vehicle cited
EAST HAMPTON, CT (WFSB) - A driver was found to be at fault for striking a police cruiser in East Hampton. Police said the driver hit the East Hampton cruiser as the driver left the parking lot of the Atlantic Gas Station on High Street on Friday morning. The cruiser...
8 Things To Do This Weekend: Core Hydration Classic, Thread City Hop Fest & Walk for Autism
(WTNH) – Looking for weekend activities? We have eight ideas for you!. The country’s best female gymnasts will be competing in Hartford on their way to the Paris Olympics during the Core Hydration Classic at the XL Center. Enjoy a family fun day Saturday at Jeeps for Wishes...
Florida man arrested by Coventry police for wire fraud: Police
COVENTRY, Conn. — A Florida man was arrested by Coventry police on Thursday after an investigation into wire fraud that occurred back in August 2022, the police department said. Osmaldy De La Rosa Nunez, 29, of Orlando, Fla., allegedly defrauded a Coventry victim out of an amount over $135,000,...
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 ...
Celebrating Henry Bill’s 200th Birthday
Ledyard ― Ledyard Bill Library hosted founder Henry Bill’s 200th birthday party Saturday. The party had activities, balloon animals and cake. Later in the morning there was a presentation on dressing as a Victorian lady. Henry Bill grew up in what at the time was not yet Ledyard,...
Man pursues insanity verdict in Mashantucket stabbing
A former Baltimore, Maryland man, charged with stabbing a Mashantucket man in the face and neck in 2018, is seeking to convince a judge that he needs mental health treatment, not prison, for his alleged crime. A trial started on Friday in New London Superior Court for 47-year-old Dontae Glen...
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...
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