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Waterford police seek help identifying shoplifting suspect
WATERFORD — The Waterford Police Department is seeking public assistance in identifying a man who attempted to steal items from a local Wal-Mart on May 12. According to police, the unidentified male suspect entered the store and attempted to leave with a shopping cart full of merchandise without paying.
Police rescue woman from burning Pawcatuck home
Pawcatuck ― Police officers forced their way into a burning Washington Street home early Thursday to rescue a woman trapped inside, fire officials said. The sole occupant of the multifamily home at 5 Washington St., who is an elderly woman recovering from a recent surgery, called 911 to report the fire at 2:02 a.m.
Westerly woman found guilty of repeatedly punching a child, throwing another across a room
Westerly, R.I. ― A 27-year-old local woman was found guilty last week in Rhode Island of assaulting two children, including one who she punched 10 times. Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced Thursday that on May 10, a Washington County Superior Court jury found Taurie Richardson guilty of two counts of second-degree child abuse.
Man killed by mortar-style fireworks in Westerly. What we know.
Westerly police are investigating the role fireworks may have played in the death of a 39-year-old man Sunday night. David Ziegenfuss was killed in an incident involving the use of a mortar-type firework at a home on Pound Road where he was staying, said Westerly Police Chief Paul Gingerella. No...
Bus driver's kind act leads to community support for teen's track dreams
STONINGTON, Conn. — A local bus driver recently went above and beyond to help a teenager who wanted to run track but couldn't afford the apparel it requires. Raylene Whitford is a bus operator for South East Area Transit, also known as 'SEAT.' The bus acts as an Uber.
Bicyclist injured in New London car collision
NEW LONDON — On Thursday, police and emergency crews were dispatched to a motor vehicle accident involving a car and a juvenile bicyclist at the intersection of Jefferson Ave. and Ashcraft Rd. at around 3:05 p.m. The young cyclist sustained injuries that were deemed non-life-threatening and was promptly transported...
Groton Long Point Bridge over railroad to be replaced
Groton ― The state plans to replace the aging bridge carrying Groton Long Point Road over the Amtrak railroad, with a new span that will provide greater clearance above the railroad tracks. About 3,400 vehicles travel every day across the bridge, which is located to the north of Esker...
Person wounded in shooting in Griswold. What we know
One person was wounded in a shooting in Griswold Thursday. Preliminary reports from Connecticut State Police indicate on Thursday at approximately 6:50 p.m. troopers from Troop E responded to a report of an assault involving a gun on North Main Street in Griswold. One individual was injured and was transported...
Minor taken to hospital after car and bike collide in New London
A minor was taken to the hospital after a car collided with a bike in New London on Thursday evening. The police department responded to the area of Jefferson Avenue and Ashcraft Road just after 3 p.m. A car and bike collided, and the minor on the bike was taken...
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,...
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...
Stonington Board of Education to vote on future of middle school
“The structural engineer was very clear. It is safe. He’s just recommending to replace that slab,” Stonington Board of Education Chairman Farouk Rajab said. The future of Stonington Middle School remains up in the air after engineers discovered cracks on part of the second-story floor back in April.
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.
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...
Students safe after 3-vehicle crash involving school bus in Stonington
Stonington ― Seven students escaped injury when the bus they were riding in was involved in a three-vehicle crash at the intersection of Jeremy Hill Road, Taugwonk Road and Route 184 on Monday afternoon. Stonington Police Department Deputy Chief Todd Olson said the bus driver was taken to Lawrence...
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