SOUTHINGTON – After having to resort to a virtual road race last year due to the pandemic, this year, on Sunday,…
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Monday 09/27/2021
Southington police blotter Posted: 27 September 2021 [10:56 AM] Southington police report the following: Wynette Deria, 34, of 35 Redding St., Hartford, was charged Sept. 8 with third degree larceny and…
Friday 09/24/2021
Southington man charged in burglary, pedestrian incident seeking program Posted: 24 September 2021 [02:30 PM] SOUTHINGTON -- A local man charged in two separate incidents involving a burglary that prompted a SWAT response and a dispute…
Halloween-themed Trivia Bee returning this year as fundraiser to benefit Southington children Posted: 24 September 2021 [09:52 AM] SOUTHINGTON – The Southington Education Foundation (SEF)'s Trivia Bee returns this year with Halloween-themed trivia Oct. 20 at Kinsmen Brewing Company.…
Southington police blotter Posted: 24 September 2021 [09:44 AM] Southington police report the following: Joseph Costello, 35, homeless, was charged Sept. 6 with first degree failure to appear. Kaitlyn Smith,…
Thursday 09/23/2021
Southington's Serafino Pharmacy closes after 65 years, residents share memories Posted: 23 September 2021 [01:39 PM] SOUTHINGTON – Following the recent closure of Serafino Pharmacy after 65 years, town residents showed an outpouring of support and wished…
Southington police blotter Posted: 23 September 2021 [10:37 AM] Southington police report the following: Shannon Hamel, 39, of 600 Asylum Ave., Hartford, was charged Sept. 1 with sixth degree larceny.…
Wednesday 09/22/2021
Southington police looking to ID possible witness to serious assault Posted: 22 September 2021 [04:30 PM] SOUTHINGTON -- Police are looking for help identifying a potential witness to a serious assault that occurred in August. Police on…
Southington police blotter Posted: 22 September 2021 [09:45 AM] Southington police report the following: Kevin Babiec, 19, of 156 Debbie Dr., was charged Aug. 31 with third degree assault. Darleen…
Tuesday 09/21/2021
Southington woman hits parked car while allegedly under the influence with three children in vehicle Posted: 21 September 2021 [05:22 PM] SOUTHINGTON -- A Plantsville woman faces driving under the influence and other charges after police say she was involved in a…
Southington police arrest man found with gun, in stolen vehicle tied to car thefts Posted: 21 September 2021 [03:23 PM] A Waterbury man spotted in a stolen vehicle tied to thefts in Southington was arrested Sunday after police say he was…
Southington residents trying to save 162-year-old St. Thomas Church Posted: 21 September 2021 [02:41 PM] SOUTHINGTON - A group of Southington residents have gathered petition signatures trying to prevent the demolition of the 162-year-old St. Thomas…
Southington police blotter Posted: 21 September 2021 [09:47 AM] Southington police report the following: John Salerno Jr., 42, of 219 S. Broad St., Meriden, was charged Aug. 29 with second degree…
Monday 09/20/2021
Southington resident receives Coast Guard Foundation scholarship Posted: 20 September 2021 [01:06 PM] STONINGTON – Among a recent round of scholarships released by the Coast Guard Foundation, two local individuals were recognized. The foundation,…
Break-in at Southington little league field "disheartening" for league officials Posted: 20 September 2021 [12:25 PM] SOUTHINGTON -- A break-in at a local little league field will likely cost the nonprofit organization more than $1,000 to fix.…
Wonder of Women Gala has strong turnout, awards $20K in anniversary grants to local organizations Posted: 20 September 2021 [11:49 AM] BRISTOL – The Main Street Community Foundation awarded $20,000 in anniversary grants to seven local organizations during the 20th annual Wonder…
Southington police blotter Posted: 20 September 2021 [09:28 AM] Southington police report the following: Andrew Seyler, 32, of 70 Union St., Bristol, was charged Aug. 26 with third degree identity theft.…
Friday 09/17/2021
Bristol man pleads guilty to promoting prostitution in Southington Posted: 17 September 2021 [03:57 PM] SOUTHINGTON - A Bristol man has pleaded guilty to charges connected to the trafficking of two women, using violence and their…
Bristol man pleads guilty in Southington assault that landed man in hospital with skull fracture Posted: 17 September 2021 [03:12 PM] SOUTHINGTON - A Bristol man has pleaded guilty in an assault that landed two men in the hospital, one of whom…
Ledyard woman found with mushrooms, meth in Southington: police Posted: 17 September 2021 [01:13 PM] SOUTHINGTON -- A Ledyard woman was arrested by Southington police on Thursday after allegedly being found with meth and “magic mushrooms.”…
Southington woman accused of assaulting Navy sailor in Berlin restaurant Posted: 17 September 2021 [12:20 PM] BERLIN -- Police have charged the Southington woman who allegedly assaulted a Navy sailor during an angry tirade in which she…
Monday 09/13/2021
Southington police investigating six reports of thefts from vehicles at local gas stations over the past week Posted: 13 September 2021 [02:39 PM] SOUTHINGTON -- Southington police are investigating six reports of car burglaries over the past week involving victims who were parked at…
Friday 09/10/2021
Local communities to honor those who lost their lives 20 years ago on Sept. 11 with numerous ceremonies Posted: 10 September 2021 [11:35 AM] BRISTOL – Local communities will pay solemn respects to those who lost their lives 20 years ago in the terrorist attacks…
Southington police blotter Posted: 10 September 2021 [09:49 AM] Southington police report the following: Marquette Riggsbee, 61, of 25 Shelton Ave., was charged Aug. 25 with two counts of violation of…
Thursday 09/09/2021
Barnes Museum will unveil new exhibit featuring Leila Upson Barnes paintings Posted: 09 September 2021 [12:47 PM] SOUTHINGTON – The Barnes Museum will unveil a new exhibit featuring the paintings of Leila Upson Barnes at a Garden Party…
New program provides care for dementia patients, break for caregivers Posted: 09 September 2021 [12:35 PM] SOUTHINGTON – The Hartford HealthCare Center for Health Aging has partnered with Mulberry Gardens of Southington's Adult Day Program to provide…
Wednesday 09/08/2021
Southington schools off to strong start as students return to in-person learning Posted: 08 September 2021 [03:48 PM] SOUTHINGTON – Despite returning to school following town flooding, Southington schools opened without a hitch and students are off to a…
United Way of Southington's 'superheroes' event will feature 'Extreme Bucket List' guest speaker Posted: 08 September 2021 [01:41 PM] SOUTHINGTON – Steven Conklin, of adventure travel company “Extreme Bucket List,” will be a guest speaker at United Way of Southington's…
Tuesday 09/07/2021
Bristol woman pleads not guilty to caring for two children while possibly on drugs Posted: 07 September 2021 [03:47 PM] BRISTOL -- A Bristol woman has pleaded not guilty to allegations of her possibly being under the influence of drugs while…
Southington police blotter Posted: 07 September 2021 [11:35 AM] Southington police report the following: James Tiniakos, 51, of 125 Howard Ave., was charged Aug. 25 with disorderly conduct. Christine Hoover-Tiniakos, 44,…
Good Guys Auto House, Staples receive 'tremendous support' collecting school supplies Posted: 07 September 2021 [11:05 AM] LISA, Inc. SOUTHINGTON – Good Guys Auto House and Staples received “tremendous support” collecting school supplies for returning students. Customers were able…
Sunday 09/05/2021
Thieves who made off with soldier's wallet caught on camera Posted: 05 September 2021 [04:44 PM] PLAINVILLE – Police are asking the public to help them identify two suspects who stole a soldier’s wallet back in August.…
Friday 09/03/2021
Southington, Plainville, Plymouth open more roads after storm, no injuries reported Posted: 03 September 2021 [02:12 PM] As flood waters receded Friday, local roads have largely reopened according to town leaders. While there are no estimates for…
Southington police blotter Posted: 03 September 2021 [10:44 AM] Southington police report the following: Xhoi Rokaj, 33, of 146 Manchester Ave., Waterbury, was charged Aug. 23 with third degree larceny and…
Thursday 09/02/2021
Plantsville man facing kidnapping, sexual assault charges Posted: 02 September 2021 [03:51 PM] SOUTHINGTON -- A Plantsville man faces kidnapping and sexual assault charges after his alleged victim ran to a passerby Wednesday morning…
Remnants of Hurricane Ida bring record rainfall totals, flooding across area cities, towns Posted: 02 September 2021 [03:49 PM] A number of area towns saw serious flooding overnight Wednesday and into Thursday as the remnants of Hurricane Ida moved through…
Plainville, Southington experience flooded roads, basements due to Hurricane Ida Posted: 02 September 2021 [03:42 PM] Following Hurricane Ida, Plainville and Southington experienced flooded roads and basements and in some cases residents had to evacuate homes.…
Wednesday 09/01/2021
Lisa Inc, Community Solutions combine annual golf tournaments into one; awards to be handed out Posted: 01 September 2021 [12:09 PM] SOUTHINGTON – Lisa, Inc. and Community Solutions Inc. are combining their annual golf tournaments Sept. 13 at Farms Country Club in…
Southington police blotter Posted: 01 September 2021 [12:00 PM] Southington police report the following: Joshua Turney, 36, of 565 Clark Ave., Bristol, was charged Aug. 21 with second degree failure to…
Tuesday 08/31/2021
Bradley Henry Barnes & Leila Upson Barnes Memorial Trust accepting grant applications Posted: 31 August 2021 [01:16 PM] SOUTHINGTON – The Bradley Henry Barnes & Leila Upson Barnes Memorial Trust with the Main Street Community Foundation is accepting grant…
Southington police blotter Posted: 31 August 2021 [09:34 AM] Southington police report the following: Talha Shikh, 28, of 1170 Hartford Ave., Vernon, was charged Aug. 20 with fifth degree larceny and…
Monday 08/30/2021
Bristol man accused of setting up hidden camera in bathroom of Southington Target seeking diversionary program Posted: 30 August 2021 [04:25 PM] SOUTHINGTON -- A Bristol man accused of secretly setting up a camera in the bathroom of a Southington retail store where…
Southington police blotter Posted: 30 August 2021 [10:29 AM] Southington police report the following: Peter Lavery, 28, of 151 Maureen Dr., Bristol, was charged Aug. 7 with sixth degree larceny and…
Friday 08/27/2021
Area cities, towns doing everything they can to help local businesses continue to navigate pandemic Posted: 27 August 2021 [05:00 PM] BRISTOL – Local communities are forming committees to determine how best to utilize American Rescue Plan dollars and potentially provide assistance…
Southington now requires masks in municipal building regardless of vaccination status Posted: 27 August 2021 [12:26 PM] SOUTHINGTON – The town has announced a change to its mask policy, now requiring face masks in all municipal buildings regardless…
Southington police blotter Posted: 27 August 2021 [10:17 AM] Southington police report the following: Donny Bono, 44, of 365 3rd Ave., West Haven, was charged Aug. 18 with third degree assault.…
Thursday 08/26/2021
Posted: 26 August 2021 [06:08 PM] SOUTHINGTON – A roundtable discussion in Cheshire with Gov. Ned Lamont, Rep. Liz Linehan and Cheshire officials Wednesday was abruptly ended when members of Parent’s Choice and Unmask CT came to protest mask mandates. Susan Zabohonski, one of the…
YMCA will host Southington Community Theatre's production of Godspell Posted: 26 August 2021 [12:38 PM] PLAINVILLE – The Wheeler Regional Family YMCA will host Southington Community Theatre’s production of Godspell Sept. 10 and 11. The musical…
Newest Kenney Scholars from area named, including 29 from New Britain, plus Newington, Berlin, Southington, Plainville Posted: 26 August 2021 [10:36 AM] NEW BRITAIN – The American Savings Foundation Robert T. Kenney Scholarships have been awarded to 109 students, including 29 from New…
Southington police blotter Posted: 26 August 2021 [10:22 AM] Southington police report the following: Abigale Jones, 31, of 489 Wolcott St., New Britain, was charged Aug. 17 with second degree violation…