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Connecticut’s Old State House celebrates its 228th Birthday
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) – The building has been threatened many times over the last two centuries but the Connecticut Old State House is still standing to celebrate its 228th birthday. The Old State House held the first Connecticut legislature in 1796 and was the home for all three branches of the state’s government until 1878. […]
Man hit by car in Hartford taken to hospital
A man who was hit by a car in Hartford on Saturday morning has been taken to the hospital and is recovering. Police said the man was hit at the intersection of Garden Street and Mather Street. He was taken a nearby hospital to be treated for his injuries. The...
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 ...
Showers End and Temperatures Start to Climb
After a damp Saturday much warmer weather will move in over the coming days. Tonight will feature lots of clouds but drying conditions. Lows will be in the 50s. Temperatures on Sunday will be in the 70s in the Hartford area but 60s elsewhere. Next week looks summer-like with temperatures...
2,000 runners participate in Hartford Marathon Foundation's first half-marathon of 2024
It was a productive morning for many people by the shoreline. At 7 a.m., thousands of people were ready to run a half marathon or 10K in Mystic. This was Hartford Marathon Foundation's first half marathon of the year – and organizers say 2,000 people participated and the event was sold out.
It’s that time of year to start dining outside. Here’s 5 great patios in CT to eat at
As summer inches closer and weather begins to improve, it’s time for Connecticut diners to start thinking about taking their evening meal outside. All over the state, patios have popped up at restaurants, with umbrellas, chairs and rooftops ready to be enjoyed. Get together a group of friends to enjoy an afternoon lunch or a nighttime under the stars with drinks. Connecticut restaurants have ...
CT Port Authority claims immunity from lawsuit; its own co-defendant objected
The Connecticut Port Authority (CPA) is claiming in court that it is “an arm of the state,” and that its Harbor Development Agreement (HDA) constitutes a public-private partnership under state statute making them immune from being sued for money allegedly owed to a subcontractor, according to court documents. The CPA is seeking to be dismissed from […] The post CT Port Authority claims immunity from lawsuit; its own co-defendant objected appeared first on Connecticut Inside Investigator.
Heat Builds in This Week
After a soggy and gray weekend much warmer weather will move in for this week. As clouds break Monday temperatures will reach into the low 80s in the Hartford area but will be cooler at the coast. Temperatures will continue through the week as the jet stream retreats into Canada...
Taking a train along the Hartford Line this summer? Here’s why you may have to take a bus instead
If you plan on taking a CTrail or Amtrak train along the Hartford Line this summer, the state’s Department of Transportation wants you to know you may need to get on a bus instead. Upcoming train service adjustments will go into effect May 28, and run through Nov. 1, on the Hartford Line, for the Windsor Locks Station and Track Improvement Project. The major construction project will replace ...
Hartford City Council’s past and current presidents want to talk about menopause. Here’s why.
The Hartford City Council is getting candid about menopause. Though a life-changing event that impacts half of the population, menopause is rarely discussed in social spheres, which is why current Council President Shirley Surgeon and former president Maly Rosado are pushing for a resolution to recognize October as Menopause Awareness Month. The month has been celebrated by the International ...
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