SOUTHINGTON – A water main break on Route 10 between Center and High streets was repaired by Public Works crews Tuesday…
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Tuesday 07/16/2019
Person found dead at Hancock Brook Lake in Plymouth Posted: 16 July 2019 [10:13 AM] PLYMOUTH - A 29-year-old man missing out of Waterbury was found dead in Hancock Brook Lake Monday afternoon. Plymouth police Sgt.…
Monday 07/15/2019
Second phase of road repairs will head to Plainville voters Posted: 15 July 2019 [08:56 PM] PLAINVILLE - Residents will vote on the next phase of road repairs in November after the Town Council approved a resolution…
Kensington Fire Department to hold storytime, open house Posted: 15 July 2019 [08:44 PM] BERLIN-The Kensington Fire Department is presenting multiple events starting with the Fire-Rescue Storytime & Firetruck this Thursday. Storytime & Firetruck…
Gospel celebration set for weekend to feature local and out-of-state performers Posted: 15 July 2019 [08:33 PM] HARTFORD – A group of 10 singers, bands and entertainers will take the stage on Sunday, July 21, at Shiloh Baptist…
Berlin residents fighting proposed housing project Posted: 15 July 2019 [08:31 PM] BERLIN - The room was packed to capacity for the Planning and Zoning public hearing about proposed developments at Pistol Creek.…
New Britain man sentenced after attempting to start fights with officer, restaurant owner Posted: 15 July 2019 [08:15 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A city man was sentenced to 30 days in prison for various offenses including almost getting into a…
Volunteers from the United Methodist Army help out in Bristol, Plainville and Southington Posted: 15 July 2019 [08:12 PM] BRISTOL - The heat didn’t stop an army of 95 church volunteers from all over New England from tackling home repair…
Juvenile Review Board making a difference in Newington Posted: 15 July 2019 [08:11 PM] NEWINGTON - Residents whose children have had run-ins with the police may be familiar with the town’s JRB. Anyone concerned with…
HEALTHY LIVING: Palliative care is important for those with serious illness Posted: 15 July 2019 [05:10 PM] Bristol Health Medical Group Battling serious illness can take a toll physically, mentally and…
Berlin Veterans' Commission to hold free 'Tribute to Veterans' concert Posted: 15 July 2019 [04:47 PM] BERLIN- The 102nd Army Band will be holding a free “Tribute to Veterans” concert in Veterans’ Memorial Park on Thursday, July…
Fire at North St. apartment displaces 1, causes minimal damage Posted: 15 July 2019 [04:46 PM] NEW BRITAIN – One person was displaced by a fire at 62 North St. that happened Sunday afternoon. No injuries were…
Sunday 07/14/2019
Southington police blotter Posted: 14 July 2019 [09:01 PM] Southington police report the following: Ricky Charette, 25, of 1247 Queen St., was charged July 4 with disorderly conduct. Bryan Backiel,…
New brews aren't all that's keeping business hopping at New Britain's Alvarium Beer Company Posted: 14 July 2019 [08:42 PM] NEW BRITAIN - What does a summer day taste like at Alvarium Beer Co.? It tastes like a Bomb Pop, the…
The buzz is building: New Britain's Beehive Bridge on track for September debut Posted: 14 July 2019 [08:39 PM] NEW BRITAIN - The eye-catching Beehive Bridge construction is drawing plenty of interest as it moves closer to completion. The Main…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 14 July 2019 [08:35 PM] New Britain police report the following: Ariel Martinez, 34, 34, 144 Kelsey St., third floor, New Britain, was charged on June 26…
Hospital for Special Care in New Britain gets $50K donation for autism program Posted: 14 July 2019 [08:32 PM] NEW BRITAIN - The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain’s Benjamin A. Hawley New Britain Day Nursery Fund presented a $50,000…
New Britain firefighters battle North Street blaze Posted: 14 July 2019 [08:32 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Firefighters responded to a blaze at 64 North St. Sunday. The fire appeared to be contained to a…
Wheels go round at the Bike Safety Day/ Rodeo in downtown New Britain Posted: 14 July 2019 [08:23 PM] NEW BRITAIN - The wheels were going round and round in downtown New Britain Saturday. Bicycle wheels, that is. The city’s…
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Harleys and classic rock prove a winning combination for muscular dystrophy benefit event Posted: 14 July 2019 [06:06 PM] BRISTOL - Motorcycle riders from across the region filled the parking lot of Yankee Harley-Davidson Sunday morning to rally against neuromuscular…
Fun and excitement for all begins Wednesday at Newington's annual 'Life. Be In It. Extravaganza' Posted: 14 July 2019 [05:43 PM] NEWINGTON - The 39th annual “Life. Be In It. Extravaganza” is set to bring helicopters, hot air balloons, fireworks and skydivers…
Hot day, cool cause: Nico's Lemonade Stand in Plainville raises money to make children's wishes come true Posted: 14 July 2019 [04:30 PM] PLAINVILLE - Nico Fasold and his family had 50 gallons of lemonade at the ready Saturday as Nico’s Annual Lemonade Stand…
SENIOR SIGNALS: Medicaid planning for singles or surviving spouses Posted: 14 July 2019 [03:44 PM] Dear Attorney Tully: I read your article in the Bristol Press about long-term care. Thank you for all the information you provide…
Friday 07/12/2019
Kids and adults have a blast at the Holy Cross Church Bazaar Posted: 12 July 2019 [08:25 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The members of Holy Cross Church’s Parish Choir of Young Hearts stepped out of their traditional liturgical music…
ICE raids worry state legislators and New Britain residents Posted: 12 July 2019 [08:22 PM] Connecticut legislators and state officials are working to assist families that feel at risk due to the federal Immigration and Customs…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 12 July 2019 [08:18 PM] Police blotter New Britain police report the following: Heidi Melendez, 38, 248 Lawlor St., Apt. 7, New Britain, was charged on June…
Man accused of attempting to light fire in lobby of Berlin police headquarters found competent Posted: 12 July 2019 [08:17 PM] BERLIN - A Berlin man accused of attempting to light a flag display on fire in the lobby of Berlin police…
New Britain man found with over 450 packets of fentanyl accepts deal for 5 years in prison Posted: 12 July 2019 [08:17 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A city man found with over 450 packets of fentanyl in his possession accepted a plea deal Friday…
Waterbury man sentenced to 20 years in prison for committing 12 robberies, including 3 in Southington Posted: 12 July 2019 [07:20 PM] NEW HAVEN - A Waterbury man has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for committing 12 robberies, including three in…
My Wife Didn't Cook, a soul food restaurant, is closed until Tuesday for renovations Posted: 12 July 2019 [07:19 PM] NEW BRITAIN - My Wife Didn’t Cook, a restaurant that offers soul food on West Main Street, shut down earlier this…
Two-car crash in Berlin Posted: 12 July 2019 [07:15 PM] Charles Paullin | Staff No injuries were reported in a two-car accident that happened in front of 1201 Farmington Ave. in Berlin…
Two arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs and having guns in the car Posted: 12 July 2019 [07:15 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A city and Hartford man were arrested Thursday night for driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs,…
Silver alert issued for missing 7 year old out of New Britain Posted: 12 July 2019 [07:15 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A silver alert has been issued for a missing child out of the city. Josiah Torres, 7, has…
Bristol Public Library hosting former NASA Astronomer for space talk Posted: 12 July 2019 [04:45 PM] BRISTOL – Former NASA Astronomer Kevin Manning invites local youth to “Look Up to the Stars” July 19 at Bristol Public…
Plainville man allegedly asked police officer for gun to kill his wife, asked if officer would help Posted: 12 July 2019 [04:36 PM] PLAINVILLE - A local man arrested on a DUI charge Thursday allegedly asked a police officer for his gun so he…
Former Plainville High School student accused of causing nearly $9K in damages to school Posted: 12 July 2019 [04:23 PM] PLAINVILLE - A former resident and ex-student of the local high school is facing charges for allegedly causing nearly $9,000 in…
Thursday 07/11/2019
New Britain police blotter Posted: 11 July 2019 [08:08 PM] New Britain police report the following: Ivelisse Lugo, 31, 26 Marwood Drive, New Britain, was charged on June 23 with second-degree breach…
Fisher-Price donates 300 toy cars to become electric wheelchairs for kids with disabilities Posted: 11 July 2019 [08:01 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A donation of over 300 toy cars from Fisher-Price arrived at One Hartford Square Thursday morning for the…
Man accused in random Plainville assault to serve 30 days Posted: 11 July 2019 [06:56 PM] PLAINVILLE - A Bristol man who pleaded guilty to viciously beating a man at random in Plainville in September was sentenced…
Arosha Jayawickrema sworn in as interim town manager in Berlin Posted: 11 July 2019 [06:54 PM] BERLIN-Arosha Jayawickrema was sworn in as interim town manager at Tuesday night’s Town Council meeting. Jayawickrema has been vice president…
Work continues at scene of train derailment in Bristol Posted: 11 July 2019 [06:54 PM] BRISTOL - Crews were working late Thursday to get a third car of a Pan Am Railway freight train back…
Newington police searching for Lowe's robbery suspect Posted: 11 July 2019 [06:53 PM] NEWINGTON - A shoplifting incident at Lowe’s Home Improvement turned into what police described as a strong-arm robbery Thursday. The incident…
Common Council approves funds for summer learning program for Lincoln Elementary School students Posted: 11 July 2019 [06:51 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Funds to support a summer learning program for Lincoln Elementary School students were approved by the Common Council at…
New Britain man gets three years in prison for sexually assaulting three of his children Posted: 11 July 2019 [06:51 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A city man was sentenced Wednesday to three years in prison followed by several years of special parole…
SECOND LOOK: Southington restaurants offer a wide variety of cuisine Posted: 11 July 2019 [02:08 PM] With more than 70 restaurants occupying Queen Street and over a dozen on Meriden-Waterbury Road, people often ask how so many eateries…
Seymour man charged with domestic abuse Posted: 11 July 2019 [02:06 PM] SOUTHINGTON - A Seymour man who had several alleged domestic violence incidents between November and June was arrested on July 4.…
Seymour man arrested by Southington police for several domestic violence incidents Posted: 11 July 2019 [02:02 PM] SOUTHINGTON - A Seymour man who had several alleged domestic violence incidents between November and June was arrested on July 4.…
Wednesday 07/10/2019
People who've benefited from programs at New Britain's American Job Center testify to their value at roundtable Posted: 10 July 2019 [09:00 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Participants in New Britain American Job Center programs shared their success stories Wednesday in a tour and…
Plainville police blotter Posted: 10 July 2019 [08:58 PM] Plainville police report the following: Louis P. Adamo, 24, of 37 Lyman St., New Britain, was charged June 29 with possession with…