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Cash App, messages linked CT man to stolen gun used in ECSU student's suicide, police say

The handgun found in the room of an ECSU student who died by suicide had been reported stolen in Maine in May 2024, according to a warrant.

Willimantic, CT · 7h

Parade

Two Connecticut Brothers' Target Parking-Lot Pull Could Be Worth Seven Figures

One in 10.5 million odds, a jewel-encrusted twist, and a dealer who knew he was out of his depth.

Griswold, CT · 1d

Yahoo!

CT woman stole more than $500K from employer for personal expenses, South Windsor police say

SOUTH WINDSOR - A manager at a South Windsor doctor's office was arrested Wednesday after police say she stole more than a half-million dollars from her boss' business credit card to buy everything from groceries to cosmetic procedures. Julie Raschello, 43, of the Uncasville section of. Montville, made more than...

South Windsor, CT · 2d

WTNH

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Patients transported after septic truck collides with vehicle in Hebron

HEBRON, Conn. (WTNH) — Three people were transported to the hospital following a crash involving a septic truck and another vehicle on Friday morning in Hebron. The Hebron Fire Department said they were dispatched at 11:13 a.m. to the area of Millstream Road at Highland Drive for a report of a motor vehicle accident. When […]

Hebron, CT · 16h

Worcester Telegram & Gazette

Webster man dies in Connecticut highway crash

A 55-year-old Webster man was killed in a highway crash in Connecticut. Scott McQuiston was driving on Interstate 395 north in Norwich shortly after midnight on Saturday, Nov. 7, when his vehicle went off the road and struck multiple poles, according to Connecticut state police. McQuiston's Ford pickup overturned. He was rushed to William W. Backus Hospital in Norwich, where he was pronounced dead, according to state police. McQuiston, of Blueberry Hill Road in Webster, was wearing a seatbelt, state police said. This article originally appeared on Telegram & Gazette: Webster man dies in Connecticut highway crash

Webster, MA · 2d

CT Insider

Three hospitalized after Hebron crash sparks engine fire, diesel spill

Crews responded shortly after 11:15 a.m. Friday and found one person trapped in the car, with a fire in the engine compartment.

Hebron, CT · 3h

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Seven Connecticut Pubs Where A Plate Of Fish And Chips Tastes Like Old England

A good plate of fish and chips is simple on paper and hard to get right. You need crisp batter, flaky white fish, real chips, and a pub that treats the dish with respect instead of tossing it on the menu as an afterthought. Connecticut has more of those pubs...

Connecticut · 1d

The Bulletin

Dine out for Thanksgiving in Norwich, but make reservations now

Want the turkey and pie without spending Thanksgiving morning peeling potatoes and watching the oven? Restaurants in and around Norwich are offering another option this year, with Thanksgiving dinners ranging from expansive buffets to traditional sit-down meals. Turkey and stuffing are on the menu, of course, but diners can also find prime rib, seafood, lamb and plenty of desserts. Thanksgiving is Thursday, Nov. 26, and reservations are required at some restaurants. With families competing for popular lunch and dinner times, waiting until the last minute could mean fewer choices. If dining out sounds better than cooking and cleaning this Thanksgiving, here’s where to start making your plans now. The Spa at Norwich Inn Let someone else handle the turkey and the dishes this Thanksgiving. The Spa at Norwich Inn, 607 W. Thames St., Norwich, will serve a Thanksgiving buffet from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 26. The buffet features carved turkey and prime rib, four salads, a full hot buffet and a dessert station. Vegetarian and gluten-free options will also be available. The cost is $69 for adults and $19.99 for children ages 5 to 10, plus taxes and service charges. Children younger than 5 eat free. Reservations

Norwich, CT · 2d

CT Insider

Connecticut man promised stock market riches, wired $125,000 in scam, warrant says

A Maryland man used the promise of stock market riches to steal about $56,000 from a Ledyard resident, police said.

Ledyard, CT · 1d

WTNH

Gampel family sues Connecticut, UConn following renaming of pavilion

HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — The Gampel family is suing the state of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut, along with its Board of Trustees, claiming that it violated an existing agreement by renaming the Gampel Pavilion, according to a civil complaint filed Wednesday. The lawsuit, filed by the daughters of the late Harry A. Gampel, […]

Connecticut · 20h

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Suspect arrested in New York after threats against elementary school

Which agencies responded to the school threat in Brattleboro?. Why was Jacob Cunningham arrested by the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office?. Brattleboro, VT (WRGB) — A threat of violence against an elementary school prompted a swift, multiagency response in Brattleboro on Nov. 10. The Brattleboro Police Department said it...

Brattleboro, VT · 23h

WTNH

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Hartford stabbing victim brought to Manchester home: Police

MANCHESTER, Conn. (WTNH) — Police are investigating a stabbing that took place in Hartford, in which the victim ended up at a home in Manchester. Hartford police said the victim was stabbed in the area of Albany Avenue and Garden Street around 1:30 p.m. following an argument that turned violent. The victim was reportedly driven […]

Manchester, CT · 2d

The Bulletin

Norwich BOE approves school redistricting plan for 2027-28

After extensive discussions during the October Board of Education meeting, the Norwich BOE decided on how the schools will be redistricted. The Board voted unanimously during the Nov. 10 meeting to use Scenario C, after it was given official approval by Superintendent Susan Lessard. There will be continuing communication with parents about the redistricting, Board Chair John Iovino said. With this redistricting, most students, including those that move from one part of the city to another, will attend the school within the district they reside in, Lessard said. In Scenario C, Huntington students are mostly rezoned to Stanton and Moriart y. Mahan students are mostly rezoned to Uncas and Stanton. Moriarty students are split between Greeneville and new Moriarty. Stanton students are mostly rezoned to Greeneville and new Stanton. Uncas students mostly remain at New Uncas or are rezoned to Greeneville and Moriarty. Veterans Memorial students are mostly split between Uncas and Greeneville. Wequonnoc students are predominately rezoned to Moriarty, The Bulletin reported Oct. 13. Other redistricting and construction updates The parking lot at Stanton Elementary is expected to be completed by Thanksgiving. Until now, teachers have had to park at the neighboring Beth Jacob Synagogue. Lessard joked that the

Norwich, CT · 2d

Connecticut Mirror

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A new president for UConn might be worse than Ritter

Experience in higher education management isn't much of a virtue these days what with the recent financial and sexual misconduct scandals at the CSCU system.

Storrs, CT · 1d

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Giant Frogs Perched On Thread Spools Make This Connecticut Bridge One Of The State’s Most Unusual Roadside Stops

Four enormous frogs sitting on giant thread spools. No, that’s not the beginning of a strange children’s story. It’s an actual bridge, and someone really decided this was a perfectly reasonable design. One Connecticut bridge features oversized frog sculptures perched on spools, creating a roadside landmark that’s...

Connecticut · 20h

Wealth of Geeks

She Worked There for 23 Years. Police Say She Diverted $246,000 for Personal Expenses

A Connecticut employee who had worked for the same business since 2002 is accused of using company accounts to pay personal credit-card and mortgage bills. ... Read More

Griswold, CT · 1d

WTNH

Chairman of UConn Board of Trustees resigns

STORRS, Conn. (WTNH) — The chairman of UConn’s Board of Trustees has resigned on the heels of several weeks of drama surrounding the future of the school’s president, Dr. Radenka Maric. A spokeswoman for Gov. Ned Lamont confirmed the resignation of Daniel Toscano, the board’s chair since 2019. The governor himself wished Toscano well but […]

Storrs, CT · 1d

CT Insider

New restaurant brings a taste of Istanbul to Manchester’s Buckland Hills

The restaurant serves halal food, with menu options including pizza and buffalo wings.

Manchester, CT · 19h

New Haven Independent