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With Congamond Lake rope swing reappearing, so are efforts to remove trees
SOUTHWICK — Nearly 10 months after Select Board member Doug Moglin said something needed to be done to remove several rope swings hanging from trees along the North Pond in the North Pond Conservation Area, the first steps needed to down the trees are being taken. “I think we...
Bear euthanized after ransacking home in Simsbury, Conn.
A bear was put down after it got into a house in Simsbury Friday afternoon and ransacked it looking for food. Simsbury police responded to the home on Old Canal Way a little before 1 p.m. after getting a call from the homeowner that the bear was inside. No one...
New Britain Museum of American Art Announces 2024 “Art Happy Hour” Events
The New Britain Museum of American Art is announced its 2024 “Art Happy Hour” program. “Enjoy live music on Thursday nights all summer long,” the Museum says, “with a front-row seat to the best view of Walnut Hill Park. Cocktails, snacks, sandwiches, and salads are available for purchase in our Museum Café.”
Police investigating rollover crash in West Hartford
WEST HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - Police are investigating after a rollover crash in West Hartford Saturday afternoon. Police Captain Daniel Moffo says that the crash occurred near the intersection of South Quaker Lane and Talcott Road. The intersection was closed but has since reopened. The investigation is active. There is...
Health Headlines: Helpful tips to stay safe during Memorial Day festivities
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) – For many, Memorial Day weekend kicks off all things summer with warm temperatures, barbeques and vacations. However, it is also important to be safe while enjoying the festivities. Dr. Anamika Singh, the chief of emergency medicine at Hartford Hospital, joined News 8 at noon...
Windsor Locks Woman Accused Of Attacking, Injuring 2 Cops
The incident occurred in Hartford County around 5 p.m., Tuesday, May 21, in Windsor Locks. According to Lt. Paul Cherniack of the Windsor Locks Police, the two officers, one a case manager, were checking on Erica Verona, age 22, of Windsor Locks, who has a long history of aggressive behavior.
Police respond to medical assist involving a juvenile in Granby
GRANBY, CT (WFSB) - Police responded to a medical assist involving a juvenile in Granby Saturday afternoon. Police say that officers responded to High Meadow, located at 311 North Granby Road, at around 2:39 P.M. Aid was provided and the victim was transported to Connecticut Children’s Hospital for further evaluation....
Storms cause damage, power outages across the state
PLAINFIELD, CT (WFSB) - Storms caused problems across the state on Thursday, particularly in eastern Connecticut. Severe storms moved through the state starting Thursday morning, according to Channel 3′s meteorologists. They moved from west to east and included lightning, thunder, and heavy rain. A downed tree and power lines...
New Britain Public Library Makerspace Hosting “Craft with Pride” Activity
The New Britain Public Library is hosting a, “Craft with Pride,” activity in its Makerspace. Create beautiful works of art at the library centered around celebrating LGBTQ+ pride month, in collaboration with New Britain Pride! Come make a quick headband or button, or stay a while and paint with us! Registration is optional but encouraged for this drop in event!
Farmington River tubing starts tomorrow
NEW HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - Farmington River Tubing opens for the season on Saturday. The New Hartford Fire Department sought to remind people about river safety. “It’s that time of year again,” the department posted to social media. “Our friends at Farmington River Tubing are opening for the 2024 season [Saturday], just in time for Memorial Day Weekend!”
“The Dance of the Northern Lights” – CCSU Planetarium Presenting Show on the Aurora
The CCSU Copernican Planetarium and Observatory is presenting a show on the Northern Lights. “Have you even seen the aurora, dancing lights in the northern sky?” asks the Planetarium. “Why is this atmospheric phenomenon so mysterious? Join us for a spectacular visual celebration of the night sky at our next free public planetarium show.”
CT-based Colt’s Manufacturing awarded $57 million contract for Army weapons
The U.S. Army has awarded West Hartford-based manufacturer Colt’s Manufacturing Co. a $57.2 contract for M4 and M4A1 carbines, according to the U.S. Department of Defense Website. The contract, awarded on May 16, is scheduled to be completed by Sept. 18, with the location of the work yet to...
Geissler’s celebrates reopening and 101 years in business
The ribbon cutting for the Grand Reopening of Geissler’s Granby Store was held on Saturday, May 4. The Chamber of Commerce, local dignitaries, vendors, customers and friends joined in on the festivities. New extra-wide sliding doors open to a grand entrance, and as guests entered the building they were...
Suffield police recover body from Connecticut River
SUFFIELD, Conn. (WTNH) – Suffield police say they recovered a deceased body from the Connecticut River Friday. Capt. Robert Palmer said the recovery was extremely challenging due to the terrain and the river’s current- both creating safety concerns for recovery crews. The body was reported around 8:30 a.m. and recovered around 11 a.m. The body […]
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