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Waterbury Police Department almost fully staffed
WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — The Waterbury Police Department is on the verge of being fully staffed for the first time in years, while staffing shortages still impact other departments across the country. Brass City leaders said some officers are transferring into Waterbury from areas including San Diego, Florida and New York. Other officers are entering […]
Waterbury camp uses robots to ‘build the kids’
WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — Some Waterbury students are getting a new opportunity this summer. A dozen rising fourth and fifth graders are spending this week learning about robotics, mastering useful skills at a young age. Lots of kids spend the summer playing with Lego bricks. Not that many spend it building and programming Lego robots. […]
Enter the wizarding world of Harry Potter in Waterbury
WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — Enter the wizarding world of Harry Potter in Connecticut this weekend. The City of Waterbury and Mattatuck Museum are hosting a weekend-long “Harry Pottery Day” welcoming “witches, wizards and muggles alike” to revel in food, drink, arts and games. The event starts Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. A map […]
Remodeled armory hosts Civil Air Patrol cadets for a weeklong encampment
Two cadets opened their mouths like letter Os as they walked toward the helicopter cockpit. The pair — sisters Abigail and Shoshanna Coover from Maine — played rock-paper-scissors to decide who would go first. The younger girl won and climbed in while the other peeked her head through the doorway as the two geeked out in shy whispers.
Get Ready For 20,000 Kinds Of Drinks When 7 Brew Open New Stand In Wallingford
Known for its 20,000 different kinds of drinks ranging from coffee, smoothies, shakes, and teas, 7 Brew will open in New Haven County in Wallingford in September. Gracie Hughes, a spokesperson for the company, said the future coffee stand was dropped on site and will be located at 905 N. Colony Road.
Rhode Island punches its ticket to the Little League Softball World Series
BRISTOL, Conn. — The girls from Cranston Western are going to the World Series. Rhode Island’s Little League Softball all-stars, simply put, are the best in New England. A rout of Connecticut in their regional opener was not to be outdone by a curtain-call shutout against Maine. And a comeback win against Massachusetts had the 11- and 12-year-old all-stars one triumph away from the World Series in Greenville, North Carolina. ...
175 apartments, stores, medical offices to be built in small CT town’s center
Buoyed by $1.4 million in state aid to remediate water and ground pollution, a partnership of developers said Thursday that it expects to break ground next year on 175 new apartments, several retail spaces and a medical office building in Plainville’s town center. Connecticut has now put a total of $2.6 million into cleaning up the 15-acre property that was once the headquarters of the ...
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition Hosting Annual Back-to-School Giveaway
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC) is, once again, hosting its annual Back-to-School Giveaway. “We’re dedicated to supporting our community’s youth and ensuring every student starts the school year with the tools they need to succeed,” the Coalition says. The 4th annual events are to be...
Some CT city leaders are pushing for political civility. Those calls are generating mixed reactions
Easton residents usually argue, sometimes contentiously, about local issues, like any other small town, according to First Selectman David Bindleglass. But a recent incident led to the town taking action after a town volunteer’s personal information was leaked. “That form also included the person's social security number, and that...
Parkinson's Patient Shares Inspiring Message About Taking Control of Her Life
The following content is created in partnership with Hartford HealthCare. It does not reflect the work or opinions of NBC Owned Television Stations Group editorial staff. Click here to learn more about Hartford HealthCare. Bristol resident Ann Marie was terrified when she received a diagnosis of Parkinson’s. Dr. Michelle...
Devastating Drowning at Popular Summer Spot Near New York
More details are expected to come out regarding the downing at this popular vacation destination. There are so many things to do in the summer like go swimming, boating, hiking, and more. May New Yorkers agree that one of the most beautiful places to do all of that is at Candlewood Lake in Connecticut.
Music, colors and pride: Peruvians celebrate Independence Day in Connecticut
The Peruvian community gathered at the state Capitol in Hartford Friday morning to celebrate in anticipation of Peru’s 203rd Independence Day, which is July 28. The spirited flag-raising ceremony featured vibrant performances by local dance groups, showcasing Peru’s rich cultural heritage. Peruvian Consul Elvis Tuesta addressed the community,...
Coordinated campaign aims to crack down on speeders in Mass., N.H., and Maine
National highway administrators remind drivers to slow down and reach their destination safely. A regional task force organized by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is working with local law enforcement to stop speeding in its tracks. Officials from the NHTSA, law enforcement representatives, and highway safety officials from...
Connecticut swimmers will be in the pool at the Olympics in Paris Saturday
Coming off his bronze medal performance in Tokyo, Ridgefield's Kieran Smith is headed back in the Olympic pool in Paris on Saturday. Smith is competing in the men's 400m freestyle, the same event in which he won his bronze medal three years ago. He graduated from Ridgefield High School before...
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