NEW BRITAIN – The Connecticut Breast Health Initiative’s annual virtual Race in the Park officially starts Thursday and those interested can…
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Wednesday 05/05/2021
'I can't wait to be back to normal again': New Britain High freshman had mentor help her through virtual learning, glad to be back Posted: 05 May 2021 [05:35 PM] NEW BRITAIN – When Elianie Zayas suddenly found herself pivoting to virtual learning last spring, it was a tough change.…
High court mulls if women-only areas at gyms discriminate Posted: 05 May 2021 [05:06 PM] HARTFORD - The Connecticut Supreme Court wrestled Wednesday with the issues of sexual discrimination, differences between women and men and even the…
Latest coronavirus case numbers for Bristol, Plymouth, Plainville, Southington Posted: 05 May 2021 [04:36 PM] For the second straight day there were no coronavirus-associated deaths reported from the area, but there were seven reported statewide, according…
New Britain schools excited to welcome students back to full in-person learning Thursday Posted: 05 May 2021 [04:21 PM] NEW BRITAIN – New Britain Schools is set to reopen Thursday and the district is excited to welcome students back to…
Blumenthal, Connecticut Humane Society warn residents of pet-buying scams Posted: 05 May 2021 [03:12 PM] NEWINGTON – Sen. Richard Blumenthal was in Newington Wednesday morning at the Connecticut Humane Society to warn residents about the uptick…
New Britain man who allegedly held woman at knifepoint in Southington appears headed for trial Posted: 05 May 2021 [03:08 PM] SOUTHINGTON - A New Britain man who allegedly strangled a woman in Southington and stood over her while holding a large…
Less than 3% of Berlin residents vote on budget, which passes with flat mill rate Posted: 05 May 2021 [02:43 PM] BERLIN – Property owners should not see an increase on their tax bills this July, after the town passed a $93.95…
More than a year following temporary closure of rides, Six Flags New England announced opening day Posted: 05 May 2021 [02:16 PM] MASSLIVE/THE REPULICAN More than a year following the temporary closure of its rides, Six Flags New England announced opening day. The theme…
Newington man sentenced to prison in New Britain robbery, beating Posted: 05 May 2021 [01:01 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The getaway driver in a beating and robbery in 2019 has been sentenced to two years behind bars.…
OKAY Industries in New Britain promotes longtime employee to business development engineer Posted: 05 May 2021 [12:56 PM] OKAY INDUSTRIES NEW BRITAIN – OKAY Industries, Inc., a contract manufacturer of components and subassemblies for global medical device Original Equipment Manufacturers…
Sloper Hall of Fame 2021 inductees announced Posted: 05 May 2021 [11:44 AM] SOUTHINGTON – The Southington-Cheshire Community YMCA has announced the 2021 inductees into the Sloper Hall of Fame. The inductees, which include…
Rebuilding Together New Britain seeking applicants for free home repairs; here's how to apply Posted: 05 May 2021 [11:21 AM] NEW BRITAIN – Now’s the time to plan and execute necessary home repairs, but not everyone has the financial and physical…
Newington resident's innovative small business startup wins prestigious award Posted: 05 May 2021 [11:00 AM] HARTFORD – Less than a year after launching an innovative small business startup program, Aquiline Drones and Newington owner Barry Alexander…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 05 May 2021 [10:56 AM] New Britain police report the following: April 26 Luis Colon, 31, 147 Lawlor St. Apt. 1N, New Britain, illegal operation of motor…
Plainville police blotter Posted: 05 May 2021 [10:51 AM] Plainville police report the following: Mariah Dominique, 29, of 74 Farmington Ave., was charged (no date listed) with having a dog with…
House votes to grant all adoptees access to birth records Posted: 05 May 2021 [10:39 AM] The House of Representatives voted Tuesday to grant all adoptees in Connecticut access to their birth certificates, following an emotional and personal…
Connecticut to get grants withheld by Trump administration Posted: 05 May 2021 [10:34 AM] HARTFORD - Connecticut will receive $6.4 million in federal law enforcement grants that had been withheld by the Trump administration in a…
Tuesday 05/04/2021
New Britain police, city remain vigilant in revising policies, increasing community engagement Posted: 04 May 2021 [06:18 PM] NEW BRITAIN – In the wake of Derek Chauvin’s conviction for George Floyd’s murder, the New Britain Police Department and the…
Coronavirus case updates for New Britain, Berlin, Newington, Southington, Plainville Posted: 04 May 2021 [04:33 PM] There were five coronavirus-associated deaths reported statewide, but none from the area, according to state health officials Tuesday. The state has…
Vallabhdham Temple in Newington holding walk-in vaccination clinics Posted: 04 May 2021 [04:06 PM] NEWINGTON – Adults who want to be vaccinated against covid-19 are encouraged to visit the Vallabhdham Temple on an upcoming Sunday…
CCSU partners with Gallery 66 to bring students' artwork to downtown New Britain Posted: 04 May 2021 [03:52 PM] NEW BRITAIN – As Central Connecticut State University continues to try and bridge the gap between its students and downtown New…
Petit Family Foundation will be having a flower sale Friday, Saturday Posted: 04 May 2021 [01:38 PM] PLAINVILLE – The Petit Family Foundation will be having a sale of Michaela's Four O' Clock flowers Friday and Saturday, just…
Southington man allegedly downloaded child porn with girl who appeared as young as 2: court documents Posted: 04 May 2021 [01:33 PM] SOUTHINGTON -- A Southington man faces felony charges after state police in 2019 allegedly caught him downloading child pornography involving a…
'Soul Food for a Cause' raising money for disaster response fund; here's how to take part Posted: 04 May 2021 [01:26 PM] NEW BRITAIN – A fundraiser event hosted by the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain and My Wife Didn’t Cook hopes…
Vino's Pizza is Newington's newest restaurant featuring piping hot Italian specialties, Greek-style pizza Posted: 04 May 2021 [10:16 AM] NEWINGTON - Famously-delicious meatballs from a little spot in New Britain have arrived in Newington. Former Max Pizza II owner Charlie…
New Britain museum seeking community support for Juneteenth celebration Posted: 04 May 2021 [10:09 AM] NEW BRITAIN – The New Britain Museum of American Art is looking for the community’s support to ensure the success of…
Newington High wants your help designing its new mascot Posted: 04 May 2021 [10:08 AM] NEWINGTON – Calling all artists, creative imaginations and town natives: Newington High School needs your help designing its new mascot. The…
Human Resources Agency of New Britain hoping residents will take advantage of free tax prep Posted: 04 May 2021 [10:07 AM] NEW BRITAIN – Tax Day is extended to May 17 and the Human Resources Agency of New Britain hopes residents will…
Connecticut is first in country to fully vaccinated more than 50% of eligible residents Posted: 04 May 2021 [10:02 AM] STAFF REPORT Connecticut is the first state in the country to fully vaccinate more than 50% of its eligible population from the…
Connecticut to spend $13M to reach unvaccinated residents, including in New Britain and Bristol Posted: 04 May 2021 [09:12 AM] HARTFORD - Connecticut plans to distribute $13 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds to 27 municipalities and local health departments to help…
PODCAST: Talking Buddy the Beefalo with Plymouth police captain Posted: 04 May 2021 [09:05 AM] STORIES OF THE WEEK PODCAST Buddy the Beefalo is the topic of this week's podcast as his story in the Plymouth area…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 04 May 2021 [09:03 AM] New Britain police report the following: April 24 Eddie Sanchez-Lopez, 48, 105 Willow St. Apt. N2, New Britain, disorderly conduct, assault third…
Southington police blottr Posted: 04 May 2021 [09:00 AM] Southington police report the following: Kirk Boulier, 30, of 7 Taft Pointe, Waterbury, was charged April 26 with violation of a protective…
Monday 05/03/2021
MAYOR'S CORNER: Proposed budget includes tax break all New Britain residents deserve Posted: 03 May 2021 [08:37 PM] Spring is in the air, birds are chirping and flowers are in full bloom, which can only mean one thing – it’s…
New Britain has resident die from coronavirus-associated illness; plus area case updates Posted: 03 May 2021 [05:27 PM] Bristol reported two and New Britain one coronavirus-associated death over the weekend, according to state health officials Monday. There were 15…
Proposed budget will give New Britain more funding for both city and schools; Berlin receiving money as well Posted: 03 May 2021 [04:16 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Investing in Connecticut towns and public education, the Democratic co-chairs of the state Appropriations Committee unveiled a proposed…
After being forced to move out of old spot, Big Steve's Grill has found new location Posted: 03 May 2021 [03:53 PM] PLAINVILLE – Big Steve’s Grill has found a new location and is set to open and get back to serving up…
HEALTHY LIVING: What you need to know about the Johnson & Johnson vaccine Posted: 03 May 2021 [03:39 PM] Hospital of Central Connecticut The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have lifted the…
Drivers could start paying $3 a gallon at pump; plus area's lowest prices Posted: 03 May 2021 [02:21 PM] STAFF REPORT Area drivers will continue to see an increase in price at the gas pump, with $3 a gallon expected in…
Presentation ceremony in downtown New Britain celebrates CMHA's facade improvement Posted: 03 May 2021 [01:29 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The New Britain Downtown District held a presentation ceremony Monday morning for CMHA, which received a Façade Improvement…
CCSU grad student researcher discovers promising population of animal thought to be in decline Posted: 03 May 2021 [12:04 PM] Connecticut’s obscure, elusive weasel is suspected to be in a state of decline. However, that may not be the case for…
Live United Golf Tournament fundraiser coming to Shuttle Meadow Country Club Posted: 03 May 2021 [11:49 AM] NEW BRITAIN – Hoping to help the community recover from the covid-19 pandemic, United Way and Stanley Black & Decker have…
CCSU reports three positive coronavirus cases over past week Posted: 03 May 2021 [11:47 AM] NEW BRITAIN – For the week of April 26 to May 2, Central Connecticut State University reported three positive covid-19 cases.…
Holy Trinity Orthodox Church of New Britain celebrates Easter this weekend Posted: 03 May 2021 [11:44 AM] STAFF The Eastern Orthodox Churches celebrated Easter (Pascha) this weekend, five weeks after the Western churches celebrated Easter. The Holy Trinity Orthodox…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 03 May 2021 [11:14 AM] New Britain police report the following: April 23 Rakiese Mcfadden, 27, 50 Olive St. Second Floor, Meriden, drive wrong way-one way street,…
Plainville police blotter Posted: 03 May 2021 [11:08 AM] Plainville police report the following: David Marshall, 36, of 410 Emmett St., Unit 91, was charged April 25 with possession of crack…
Southington police blotter Posted: 03 May 2021 [11:01 AM] Southington police report the following: Jonathan Cappellino, 19, of 10 Grand St., New Britain, was charged April 8 with possession of a…
Tick populations on the rise in Connecticut Posted: 03 May 2021 [10:52 AM] NEW HAVEN - Connecticut’s tick population is increasing this season, due to a variety of factors that include shorter and warmer winters…
Police say 1 man fatally shot, another wounded in Waterbury Posted: 03 May 2021 [10:49 AM] WATERBURY - One man was killed and another was wounded in a shooting in Waterbury, police said. Officers responded to a report…