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Abandoned Southbury dog one of a number of documented cases since April
Southbury police are still looking for the person responsible for abandoning a dog last week. They say that dog was left tied to a tree outside of a horse farm. A reward is now being offered for any information. The eyes of this German Shepherd look up at the person...
Cornwall Consolidated School earns 2023-24 “Outstanding Red, White & Blue School” award
WEST CORNWALL, CT (WFSB) - Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas recognized Cornwall Consolidated School as the 2023-24 “Outstanding Red, White & Blue School” in a ceremony earlier today, according to a press release from Thomas’s office. The program recognizes K-12 schools that go above and beyond...
Waterbury woman who defrauded Medicaid sentenced to 11 months in prison
HARTFORD, Conn. — A Waterbury woman was sentenced to 11 months in prison on Wednesday in Hartford Superior Court for defrauding Medicaid, according to a release on Thursday from the state’s Division of Criminal Justice. Adrieonna Fisher, 30, billed the government health insurance program for Personal Care Assistant...
New diaper bank opens in New Britain
A new diaper bank opened in New Britain on Monday with the help of new federal funding. U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal and U.S. Rep. Jahana Hayes announced that for the first time the federal government will be providing funding for diaper distribution in the amount of $1.2 million. Connecticut was...
Adaptive trail chair adds to mission at newly revitalized Hunt Hill Farm in New Milford
NEW MILFORD, Conn. (WTNH) – Cassondra Prado has multiple sclerosis and is wheelchair-bound. She hasn’t been on a hike in a very long time. “I feel at ease, I feel at peace. It’s great to go on the trip and see the environment in a way that I wouldn’t in a regular wheelchair,” said this 48-year-old mom as she tried out an adaptive trail chair, carried on either end by two other people.
Food truck battle this weekend in Wolcott
WOLCOTT, Conn. (WTNH) — Food trucks will battle to be the best of the best this weekend in Wolcott. Connecticut Food Truck Battles started Friday at the Woodtick Recreation Area, with more than 50 food trucks available. Admission is free. “We got something for everyone, really, there’s just so much to do here,” Dave Reilly, […]
New AMR EMTs earned while they learned
WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — The Waterbury area has a new batch of EMTs as part of a new trend. Instead of paying for their training, they got a paycheck while being trained to save lives. American Medical Response in Waterbury is Connecticut’s latest emergency response company to roll out an “earn while you learn” program. On […]
CompassMSP Announces an Exciting New Brand Design and Customer Web Experience, Plus Enhanced Cybersecurity and Compliance Services, to Add to Its Powerful Managed Services
WEST HARTFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 20, 2024-- CompassMSP, a leader in proactive managed IT solutions, today unveiled a new logo and web design that exemplifies its commitment to providing customers peace of mind via managed IT and cybersecurity. The new look and web site reflect the company’s leadership position and expanding footprint. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240520938677/en/ CompassMSP - a brand new look, plus enhanced cybersecurity and compliance services (Photo: Business Wire)
New Britain Council Set to Vote on City Budget
The New Britain City Council is set to vote on Wednesday on a city budget for the upcoming year, in a special meeting, “dedicated to deliberating and voting on various budgetary proposals vital for the city’s operations and development,” a statement from the Council said. The Council’s...
Woodbury crash under investigation, state police say
WOODBURY, CT (WFSB) - State police investigated a crash on Sunday in Woodbury. It happened just before 10 p.m., near Doolittle Hill Road and Hollow Road. Dispatchers confirmed that a collision occurred there and was under investigation. What type of vehicles were involved, and if anyone was injured, is unknown.
Masuk softball team wins playoff opener, set to play Monday in semis
MONROE, CT — The South-West Conference’s top seeded Masuk High Panthers softball team is one win from a return to a spot in the championship game. Masuk, coming off a 7-1 win over New Fairfield in the quarterfinals on Friday, will face Pomperaug of Southbury in the Monday, May 20, semis at Stratford’s DeLuca Field starting at 7 p.m.
Greater Hartford farmers are gearing up and opening for business. Here’s when and where
Every day year round, a farmer is working their fields, milking the cows, shearing a sheep or harvesting the fruits of their labor. These Greater Hartford farmers markets help support Connecticut farmers by showcasing their goods. Pick up some bright red tomatoes for a salad, homemade soap, vegetables for a delicious dinner or fresh bread straight from the oven at your local market. Some of ...
Watching Your Wallet: Spring cleaning your finances
(WFSB) - It’s not just your closets that may need some spring cleaning. It’s also a great season to clean up your finances. “No one likes to do a budget. It’s boring, but it’s essential because the older we get, you really need to know your numbers,” said Dorso.
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