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Victim’s mother among 12 charged in 13-year-old’s assault in New London
NEW LONDON, Conn. (WTNH) – New London police say the mother and aunt of a 13-year-old assault victim join 10 juveniles being charged with organizing and executing the assault. Police said they started investigating the assault when they received video circulating on social media back on April 30 showing a juvenile girl being assaulted by […]
Body found in Yantic River identified as Norwich man. What we know
The body of the deceased man found in the Yantic River in Norwich last week has been identified as Daniel Busby, 26, of Norwich. As of Monday morning, the cause of death was still pending and will be determined by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. Norwich Police Detective...
DEEP official under investigation
(WFSB) - The Channel 3 I-Team has confirmed a top official at the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection is under criminal investigation. Old Saybrook Police would not give us specifics yet, but did confirm that Richard Swan, Assistant Division Director for the Emergency Response and Spill Prevention Division of DEEP is currently being investigated for a criminal matter.
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Connecticut coastline facing lifeguard shortage
NEW LONDON, Conn. (WTNH) — The sound of water lapping the shoreline will soon be accompanied by the sounds of children playing on New London’s Green Harbor Beach, and there’s hope is there will be enough lifeguards to make sure everyone is safe. It’s why the city is offering free training for perspective lifeguards. New […]
One Person Killed in Two-Vehicle Accident in Salem
According to WBOY, officials have now confirmed that one individual has died following a two-vehicle accident in Salem. Officials were originally dispatched to the scene at 12:08 p.m. The accident occurred on 65 US Highway 50 East.
New London intersection update aimed at keeping car, bus and ferry traffic flowing
New London ― When it comes to traffic flow, it doesn’t get much more complicated than a downtown intersection that must take into account cars, buses, trains and ferry passengers. The intersection of Water Street and Governor Winthrop Boulevard has for weeks been a construction site with workers...
Backers of new animal shelter in Montville raise $4,000 at ‘pup rally’
Montville ― David Turner, one advocate for building a new $2.2 million animal shelter in town, took a bag of dog treats from his pocket Sunday and fed one to his dog ― a 12-year-old Goldendoodle named Max. Turner, a 25-year Montville resident, said part of the reason...
Mustafa comes home and gives back to help the next generation
New London — There are many inhabitants of the 06320 who proclaim devotion to their city — talking it more than walking it — often sounding like editorials that have forgotten the point they want to make. And then you were there Sunday at Caulkins Park, withstanding...
Student faces charges after fentanyl found in Groton high school bathroom
GROTON, Conn. (WTNH) — A staff member at Ella T. Grasso Technical High School discovered a small plastic baggie containing white powder in a boys’ bathroom. Principal Patricia Feeney quickly confirmed that the substance was fentanyl, a potent opioid known for its lethal effects even in small doses. The school’s first priority was ensuring the safety […]
Hartford HealthCare-GoHealth Urgent Care opens 2 new locations
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) – Hartford HealthCare-GoHealth Urgent Care is celebrating the opening of two new centers on Monday in Old Saybrook and Cromwell. The centers are the first Hartford HealthCare-GoHealth Urgent Care to open in Middlesex County, creating more access to health care services. The Director of Operations...
Mike Buscetto: Citizen of the Year honors for man who’s had an ‘impact’
When the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut casts about for a Citizen of the Year, it’s not interested in someone who’s just burst on the scene. “We don’t select a flash in the pan,” Tony Sheridan, the chamber’s president and chief executive officer, said. “We look for longevity, consistency. ... It has to be a person who truly makes an impact and has done so for a number of years.”
Does Connecticut prosecute gun offenders? Prosecutors say statistics don’t tell the whole story
When Franc Gjergjaj of East Lyme was arrested in connection with the Feb. 17, 2021, shooting death of 17-year-old Ronde Ford in New London, he faced four criminal charges: carrying a pistol without a permit, having a weapon in a motor vehicle, tampering with physical evidence and interfering with an officer.
Groton seeks additional tools to address blight
Groton ― The town is proposing to update its blight ordinance to take immediate enforcement action against owners of blighted properties who have repeat violations. Jon Reiner, the town’s director of planning and development services, said sometimes it takes a long time ― over a year or longer ― to get compliance on a blighted property.
2 Ledyard women charged with animal cruelty
LEDYARD, Conn. (WTNH) – Two Ledyard residents were charged Wednesday with animal cruelty, according to Ledyard police. Quiana L. Durham, 33, and Precious Michaud, 28, were both charged with five counts of cruelty to animals after turning themselves in on active arrest warrants. The charges stem from a call police said Durham made to Ledyard […]
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