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Democrat-led Connecticut town council refuses to fly ‘thin blue line’ flag for trooper killed in line of duty — but LGBTQ, American flags flown at half-mast
A largely Democratic Connecticut town council has sparked controversy after it refused to fly the “thin blue line” flag for a state trooper killed in the line of duty last week. The Wethersfield Town Council voted down the request to raise the flag — traditionally flown to support police — claiming that to some people, it represents divisiveness and racism. Council Member Rich Bailey (R) suggested the town raise the “thin blue line” flag over town hall in honor of Connecticut State Trooper First Class Aaron Pelletier, 34, who was killed by a hit-and-run driver during a traffic stop last...
Hartford Taste food festival returns for 2 days of music, vendors
The Hartford Taste Festival returned to downtown Hartford this week, featuring more than 30 restaurants showcasing their food and music, with proceeds from the food ticket sales going to the Connecticut Foodshare.
Sound Bites: CT senator says he’ll sue the state over upcoming primary
Good morning. State Senator Herron Gaston represents Bridgeport. He said his rival for the seat — Ernie Newton — was given a head start by getting primary petitions two weeks early. Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas said Newton mistakenly got his ballots on May 15. Gaston said...
Thousands visit New Britain’s Little Poland Festival
NEW BRITAIN, Conn. (WTNH) – The 11th annual Little Poland Festival returned to New Britain Sunday morning. Over the last decade New Britain’s Little Poland festival has grown into one of the largest cultural events in New England. The annual event is organized by the Polonia Business Association (PBA) and features more than 100 vendors showcasing the finest in Polish food and entertainment.
Fallen soldier buried in Middletown 80 years after death
Sergeant Kenneth J. McKeeman was honored Friday in Middletown at the State Veterans Cemetery. “We can never forget,” said state Department of Veteran Affairs commissioner Ron Welch. “We must make every effort we can to recover remains.”. McKeeman served in the Air Force during World War II. In...
Middletown teacher named CT PTA’s Outstanding Educational Leader for 2024
MIDDLETOWN, Conn. — A fifth-grade teacher at Spencer School in Middletown has been named the Connecticut Parent Teacher Association’s Outstanding Educational Leader for 2024. Jennifer Gudelski is the recipient of the award, as was announced in a release on Friday from Middletown Public Schools. Gudelski was nominated for...
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