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Developer plans to transform former New London church and sail business into apartments
New London ― A national investment firm with ties to several downtown development projects is looking to transform two properties – including a long-vacant church – into apartments that would welcome tenants next year. Parker Benjamin, a company that specializes in real estate development and investment banking,...
After 25 years in New London, St. Francis House to pass on its baton of service, compassion
New London ― After 25 years of supporting the community, the St. Francis House group next month will pass its Broad Street buildings on to a new set of owners who pledged to continue the Christian group’s commitment to social justice and neighborly outreach. Ownership of the homes...
No Clear End in Sight for Norwich Schools Investigation
NORWICH — The Board of Education voted Tuesday to extend the contracts of Acting Superintendent Susan Lessard and Acting Assistant Superintendent Jamie Bender through December as an investigation int... Haven’t subscribed yet? Click here to register. CT Examiner is just $20 a year. And if you want to...
Operation Shower provides gifts, support for military moms
GROTON, Conn. (WTNH) — Twenty military moms and moms-to-be were showered with gifts from Operation Shower at the Submarine Force Library and Museum in Groton. The non-profit supports the families of those who serve our country. “He works on the Newport News Sonar Tech,” said mom-to-be December Jenny. “Right now, they are underway.” She and […]
Power outage reported in Groton neighborhood
GROTON, CT (WFSB) - The power company in Groton told customers in one neighborhood that it was making repairs on whatever caused an outage on Thursday morning. Groton Utilities said the power outage was on Elderkin Avenue. The company said crews were onsite to make repairs. “We do not anticipate...
The state of the city, why we can't have nice things, and what we need to do about it
I’ve finally figured it out. We who live and work here are why we can’t have nice things. We don't think we deserve them. We are happiest when we are unhappy and delirious when we can share our vitriol and displeasure with as many people as possible, whether they ask or not.
UConn considers student housing for Avery Point campus
GROTON, Conn. — The University of Connecticut is considering implementing student housing at its Avery Point campus in Groton, according to university spokesperson Stephanie Reitz Tuesday. While UConn said that no decisions can be made until "more information is gathered and assessed," Reitz said that the university will begin...
Norwich school board adopts $95.6 million school budget
Norwich ― With a much more cordial discussion than their City Council counterparts had a night earlier, the Board of Education Tuesday adopted the $95.6 million school budget for 2024-25 budget that the council approved Monday. The school board voted 7-2, with the six Democrats and one Republican voting...
Nolan and Carter to square-off for 39th District seat
New London ― An incumbent state legislator will face off against a former city mayoral candidate to represent New London’s 39th District this fall. Democrat Anthony Nolan, who is seeking a fourth two-year term in office this November, is being challenged by Beloved Carter, a Republican who unsuccessfully sought to unseat Michael Passero as the city’s mayor last year.
Destruction of ‘historic’ hedges in Old Lyme leads to effort to stop speeders
Old Lyme ― A public outcry echoing from the leafy, winding enclave of Sill Lane has helped spur a townwide effort to slow down drivers. The Board of Selectmen is currently seeking a dozen applicants for the Road and Public Safety Committee, which selectmen said will consist of two residents from each of the town’s six neighborhoods spanning Laysville in the area of Rogers Lake to South Lyme near the shore.
Norwich's Juneteenth celebrations start Friday: here's what's happening
Eudora Poe’s Cricut machine might be working overtime between graduation commissions, cultural events, and shirts for the fun run, but it’s worth it. “This is just something we like to do,” the Three Sisters Beauty Bar and Boutique Co-owner said. Between June 14 and 24, there will...
Old Lyme gets new ambulance
Old Lyme ― The Old Lyme South End Volunteer Ambulance Association on Thursday officially put into service a new ambulance that leveraged federal pandemic relief dollars to bolster its commitment to an up-to-date fleet. Carlos Diaz, who has worked at the ambulance company for about four of his 14...
Inaugural grants aim to address ‘root cause’ of Norwich’s affordable housing crisis
New London ― For one local advocacy group, the affordable housing crisis is comparable to a severely bleeding patient: while it’s necessary to staunch the blood flow, it’s just as critical to find and address the cause of the injury. A pair of newly announced “systemic change”...
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