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MDC customers could see higher water and sewer bills in 2027

WINDSOR, Conn. (WFSB) - Metropolitan District customers could see their water and sewer bills rise next year under a proposed 2027 budget that remains under review. For a typical residential customer, the increases could mean about $114 more per year in water and sewer costs. The proposal could impact households across the district’s eight member towns - Bloomfield, East Hartford, Hartford, Newington, Rocky Hill, West Hartford, Wethersfield and Windsor.

Windsor, CT · 9h
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USPS confirms $19 minimum rate at select post office locations

THE U.S. Postal Service has confirmed a $19 baseline rate at select locations. It comes as part of a renewed push to hire more staff. USPS is looking to recruit more mail handlers for their Springfield, Massachusetts office. Mail handlers are responsible for loading, unloading, and moving bulk mail. They’re...

Springfield, MA · 1d

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Farmington Fire Station Vote Now Aimed at Fall 2027

FARMINGTON — Farmington voters won't be asked about new firehouses in East Farms and Unionville, and a bigger station in the village, until fall 2027. On Friday, Oct. 30, the committee planning the $30 million to $35 million project agreed to skip a spring or summer vote. Members said the volunteer chiefs need time to work out what each station requires, and the architect needs time to land on a price that holds. Waiting has its own cost, the architect warned: steel is getting scarce and expensive, and his firm is hearing that data centers are the cause.

Farmington, CT · 1d
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Former Hartford police officer charged in fatal shooting makes brief appearance in court

HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Former Hartford police officer Joseph Magnano appeared briefly in court on Friday. He’s facing a first-degree manslaughter charge after fatally shooting 55-year-old Steven “Stevie” Jones during a mental distress call back in February. According to a report from Connecticut’s Office of the Inspector General, Jones was experiencing a mental health crisis and was […]

Hartford, CT · 2d

WWLP

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$37M bridge replacement project to bring traffic detours to Springfield’s Armory Street

Drivers traveling along Armory Street in Springfield should prepare for traffic detours beginning Monday as MassDOT starts preliminary work on a $37 million bridge replacement project.

Springfield, MA · 2d

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Football Suffers 42-14 Setback at Husson

BANGOR, Maine (11/7/2026) - Nichols College football dropped a 42-14 decision at Husson University on Saturday afternoon inside the Dr. John W. Winkin Sports Complex. The Bison (2-7, 2-4 CNE) trailed 21-0 at halftime before putting together a pair of explosive scoring plays early in the third quarter to cut into the deficit.

Bangor, ME · 1d

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Juvenile hospitalized after shooting in New Britain

NEW BRITAIN, Conn. (WFSB) - A juvenile was hospitalized with a non-life-threatening injury after a shooting on Vance Street Friday night, police said. Officers responded to a report of a person shot just before 8 p.m. and found the juvenile with a gunshot wound to the leg. The juvenile was taken to a hospital.

New Britain, CT · 1d

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A ‘Simpsons’ writer is running for president and visiting Springfields, including ours

“If I want to follow the show’s example and use Springfield as a lens for understanding America, I need to go to all the Springfields, or at least as many as I can.”. After finding fame writing about a fictional Springfield and its yellow-hued inhabitants, a writer for “The Simpsons” is visiting the Massachusetts city of the same name Friday as part of his 2028 presidential bid.

Springfield, MA · 2d

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2,000 cats, 5 staffers and a forest at risk: Meet 3 small Connecticut nonprofits

Connecticut has thousands of nonprofits, varying in size and causes. Some only have a few people on staff. Here are some nonprofits that are small but are still able to make a big impact despite the challenges they may face. Gifts of Love. Gifts of Love aims to assist clients...

Avon, CT · 1d

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A Connecticut Bakery Is Making Ordinary Cupcakes Look Anything But Ordinary With Its Creative Flavors

Cupcakes used to be pretty straightforward. Pick your favorite cake flavor, add some frosting, and you’re all set. But apparently, somebody decided that wasn’t nearly adventurous enough. One Connecticut bakery is giving the familiar cupcake a creative makeover with flavors that go beyond the usual expectations. Now I’m...

West Hartford, CT · 2d

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Heavy police presence seen near Flower Street in Manchester

A large police presence is seen in the area of Elro and Flower streets in Manchester where police tape is blocking a section of the roadway.

Manchester, CT · 19h

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CT Lottery Powerball, Cash 5 winning numbers for Nov. 7, 2026

The Connecticut Lottery offers several draw games for those willing to make a bet to win big. Those who want to play in Connecticut can enter the CT Lotto, Millionaire for Life and Cash 5 games as well as play the national Powerball and Mega Millions games. There are also two drawings a day for the Play 3 with Wild Ball and Play 4 with Wild Ball games. Drawings are held at regular days and times, check the end of this story to see the schedule. Here's a look at Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026 results for each game: Winning Powerball numbers from Nov. 7 drawing 03-36-37-56-61, Powerball: 21, Power Play: 2 Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here. Winning Cash 5 numbers from Nov. 7 drawing 04-07-16-29-31 Check Cash 5 payouts and previous drawings here. Winning Play3 numbers from Nov. 7 drawing Day: 1-3-9, WB: 9 Night: 7-8-6, WB: 2 Check Play3 payouts and previous drawings here. Winning Play4 numbers from Nov. 7 drawing Day: 2-0-5-5, WB: 3 Night: 8-7-7-7, WB: 3 Check Play4 payouts and previous drawings here. Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from Nov. 7 drawing 12-14-16-29-37, Bonus: 04 Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.

Rocky Hill, CT · 1d

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“Goody Garlick” Walking Tour Brings East Hampton’s First Witch Trial to Life

The day before All Hallows’ Eve, Friday, October 30th, the East Hampton Historical Society hosted its”Goody Garlick” walking tour in East Hampton. This was the second sold-out date following the “Goody Garlick” tour held the previous week. “Goody Garlick” refers to Elizabeth Garlick, who was accused of being a “witch” by her neighbor Elizabeth Gardiner Howell in East Hampton in 1658. The tour explores sites associated with witchcraft in East Hampton, with historical reenactors helping to tell the tale.

East Hampton, NY · 2d

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Car hits pole in Springfield’s Liberty Heights

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Around 5 a.m. on Sunday morning, emergency crews in Springfield responded to a report of a car hitting a pole at the 1300 block of Liberty Street. There were several police cars and one ambulance that responded to the accident scene. Officials said that the car...

Springfield, MA · 14h

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Connecticut DOT Building New Train Station in Enfield

The Connecticut Department of Transportation recently kicked off construction on a new train station in the Town of Enfield; restoring passenger rail service to that community for the first time since 1986. [Above image by Connecticut DOT]. Located in the Thompsonville neighborhood within Enfield, the $125.3 million project is part...

Enfield, CT · 2d

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This Unassuming Connecticut Smokehouse Serves The Best Brisket In New England

Somewhere in downtown Hartford, Connecticut, a smokehouse is quietly making fools of every other barbecue joint in New England. Bear’s Smokehouse Barbecue has been doing this without any fanfare, without any fuss, and without any apology whatsoever. Let’s get one thing out of the way first. When most...

Hartford, CT · 1d

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CT Democrats Stick With Ritter, Rojas In Leadership Posts

HARTFORD, CT — Connecticut House Democrats have endorsed Matt Ritter of Hartford and elected Jason Rojas of East Hartford for Speaker of the House of Representatives and House majority leader, respectively. The full House of Representatives formally elects the speaker on the opening day of the legislative session. The...

Connecticut · 2d

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Road work to take place in Springfield’s North End

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - A traffic alert for those driving to work in Springfield Monday morning as drivers are being advised to avoid Armory Street. Multiple detours will be in place beginning Monday morning at 8 a.m. and ending at 2:30 on Friday. No work will be done on Wednesday for Veteran’s Day.

Springfield, MA · 15h

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Car crashes into utility pole in Manchester, closes road for several hours

MANCHESTER, Conn. (WFSB) - A road in Manchester was closed for several hours on Saturday following a crash. Parker Street in Manchester was closed from Sanrico Drive to Utopia Road after a report of a collision involving a utility pole, according to the police department. Eversource crews responded to the...

Manchester, CT · 1d

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Hartford HealthCare’s Medical Mission provides free care across Connecticut

HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Thousands of volunteers helped deliver free medical care and essential services across Connecticut on Saturday as part of Hartford HealthCare’s annual statewide Medical Mission event. At eight locations throughout the state, Hartford HealthCare volunteers and medical professionals provided free health screenings, medical evaluations and other support services for people in need. […]

Connecticut · 1d