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Rebuilding Together Hartford fixes up 14 homes on National Rebuilding Day
Saturday marked National Rebuilding Day, a day that brings people together to help those in need. In our state, more than 300 volunteers fixed up 14 homes in the Blue Hills neighborhood of Hartford. One of those homes belonged to Theresa Battle. "Sometimes, we need a little extra push, and...
‘Wicked’ arrives in Hartford
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — You’ve heard the music, now here is your chance to see “Wicked” for yourself. “It is a spectacle,” said Tara Kostmayer, who plays Nessarose. The show has arrived at the Bushnell Performing Arts Center as part of the production’s national tour. It will be in Hartford until May 12. “It delivers […]
See all homes sold in Hampden County, April 21 to April 27
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Hampden County reported from April 21 to April 27. There were 86 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,806-square-foot home on Stewart Avenue in Monson that sold for $291,252. Agawam.
Man accused of killing his wife in Simsbury
SIMSBURY, CT (WFSB) – A man is accused of killing his wife in Simsbury on Friday, according to police. Authorities said it happened at a home on Wildwood Road around 11:24 a.m. Police responded for the report of a fight. Officers found a woman with life-threatening injuries. She was...
Farmington Charitable Tasting Showcases Brands
The Bottle Shop of Unionville, in partnership with the Farmington Community Chest, hosted its 12th annual Wine Beer & Spirits Tasting at the Farmington Polo Club on March 23. Representatives from suppliers and distributors poured a variety of beverage tastes for guests from 21 tables throughout the venue. Guests also enjoyed food catered by the culinary team at the Farmington Polo Club and cigars from The Penthouse Cigar Lounge. A portion of the event proceeds benefited the Farmington Community Chest and Farmington Police Benevolent Association.
Thursday's $100,000 Cash5 jackpot win was 4th this week
There is another Cash5 $100,000 jackpot winner and this was the fourth one this week. The winning numbers for Thursday night were 1-4-14-16-29. The winning ticket was sold at Burnside Smoke Shop and Convenience at 487 Burnside Ave. in East Hartford. The first Cash5 jackpot win this week was on...
Fundraiser on Monday at Shortstop in Westfield to aid Karen Hart scholarship
WESTFIELD — Diners at Shortstop Bar & Grill can contribute to the Karen Hart Memorial Scholarship 4-9 p.m. Monday, April 29, according to an announcement from the Southern Hilltowns Domestic Violence Task Force. Dine-in and take-out patrons who present the fundraiser flier at Shortstop Bar & Grill, 99 Springfield...
East Hartford man known as ‘Spun’ charged with drug trafficking offenses
EAST HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - A drug trafficking suspect who went by the nickname “Spun” faces federal charges. Brandon Spence, 36, of East Hartford, was indicted this week on fentanyl and cocaine trafficking offenses, according to Vanessa Roberts Avery, U.S. attorney for the District of Connecticut, and the FBI.
Mary’s biscuits are the best ever
A Granby legend, Mary Werbitzkas proudly lived, worked and cooked for one of Granby’s original farms on Barndoor Hills Road for several decades. When I was growing up in Granby 4-H, one of our service projects was to provide holiday treats and entertainment at Holly Hill Nursing Home in Simsbury where Mary was the program director.
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