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Friday 09/24/2021
Plainville woman sentenced in connection with fatal beating in Bristol Posted: 24 September 2021 [04:12 PM] BRISTOL - A Plainville woman has received a suspended sentence after pleading guilty to a charge loosely connected to the fatal…
Thursday 09/23/2021
Woman who Plainville police say threatened store employee with pepper spray, weapon could be sentenced next month Posted: 23 September 2021 [03:18 PM] PLAINVILLE -- A Hartford woman who police say threatened an employee during a shoplifting incident could be sentenced late next month.…
Plainville Pumpkin Fest returns with children's costume parade, carving contest, haunted house, more Posted: 23 September 2021 [11:21 AM] PLAINVILLE – The Plainville Pumpkin Fest is making a comeback Oct. 23, with a children’s costume parade, a pumpkin carving contest,…
Wednesday 09/22/2021
Plainville chamber to feature 12 local businesses, selected via raffle, for latest promotion Posted: 22 September 2021 [09:52 AM] PLAINVILLE – The Plainville Chamber of Commerce will feature 12 local businesses, selected via raffle, in the organization's inaugural business calendar.…
Tuesday 09/21/2021
Wheeler's Golf Classic raises over $50K to support individuals, families through Basic Needs Fund Posted: 21 September 2021 [11:00 AM] FARMINGTON – Wheeler held its 36th annual Golf Classic last Wednesday at the Country Club of Farmington, raising $52,000 to support…
Plainville police blotter Posted: 21 September 2021 [09:47 AM] Plainville police report the following: Ralph Nuzzo, 75, of 5 Hemingway St., was charged Sept. 9 with disorderly conduct and third degree…
Monday 09/20/2021
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…
Wednesday 09/15/2021
Plainville police say they have ID'd pair who allegedly broke into car at Naval Reserve Base, used stolen debit card Posted: 15 September 2021 [03:54 PM] PLAINVILLE -- Police say they have identified two suspects who broke into a vehicle at the local U.S. Naval Reserve. A…
Monday 09/13/2021
Plainville police blotter Posted: 13 September 2021 [10:44 AM] Plainville police report the following: Chelsea L. Guardarrama, 28, of 182 Redstone Hill Road, was charged Sept. 8 with first degree failure…
Sunday 09/12/2021
PLAINVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Eagle Fence & Guardrail offers value and expertise Posted: 12 September 2021 [05:54 PM] PLAINVILLE - When it comes to fencing needs, Connecticut’s most knowledgeable fence company, Eagle Fence and Guardrail, should be the first call…
Friday 09/10/2021
Carolyn Jankoski Heine Posted: 10 September 2021 [07:24 PM] Carolyn Jankoski Heine, 90, was born in New Britain in 1939, attended local schools, and graduated from New Britain Senior High School…
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…
Wednesday 09/08/2021
Plainville police blotter Posted: 08 September 2021 [12:38 PM] Plainville police report the following: Luis A. Rosado, 46, of 126 Spring St., New Haven, was charged Sept. 1 with two counts…
Tuesday 09/07/2021
Wife of late NASCAR Driver to honor husband Posted: 07 September 2021 [01:49 PM] PLAINVILLE – Quinn Wazorko Christopher will honor her late husband, NASCAR Driver Ted Christopher, on the fourth anniversary of his tragic…
Plainville interim police chief focusing on body cameras, working with town on marijuana policy Posted: 07 September 2021 [01:17 PM] PLAINVILLE – Interim Police Chief Eric Peterson has identified his goals for the Plainville Police Department going forward. Peterson, who was…
Plainville police blotter Posted: 07 September 2021 [11:23 AM] Plainville police report the following: Anthony J. Bartolucci, 40, of 13 Spring St., was charged Aug. 28 with disorderly conduct and possession…
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
Plainville Public Library is working to bridge the digital divide Posted: 03 September 2021 [04:22 PM] PLAINVILLE – Plainville Public Library is working to bridge the digital divide by offering mobile hot spot kits to help residents…
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…
Plainville names interim police chief Posted: 03 September 2021 [01:27 PM] PLAINVILLE – Lt. Eric Peterson has been appointed as the town’s interim police chief for the next six months, after which…
Bristol resident among victims of jet crash in Farmington Posted: 03 September 2021 [12:52 PM] AP FARMINGTON - Four people who died in a small jet crash in Connecticut were identified Friday as a Boston couple who…
Plainville police blotter Posted: 03 September 2021 [10:44 AM] Plainville police report the following: Joshua M. Jackson, 32, of 146 Milford St. Extension, was charged Aug. 28 with third degree computer…
Thursday 09/02/2021
4 passengers on small jet dead after it crashes on takeoff Posted: 02 September 2021 [04:49 PM] All four people aboard a small jet were killed Thursday morning when it crashed shortly after taking off from a small airport…
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.…
Plainville students return to school Posted: 02 September 2021 [03:29 PM] PLAINVILLE – Despite potential flooding concerns, Plainville students managed to get to school safe, on time and ready to learn Thursday.…
Flooding prompts evacuation, water rescue of 28 residents on Bristol-Plainville town line Posted: 02 September 2021 [02:20 PM] BRISTOL – Firefighters evacuated 28 people who were stranded in their homes overnight Wednesday and into Thursday because of flooding that…
Plane crashes into building in Farmington Posted: 02 September 2021 [11:23 AM] AP FARMINGTON - A small plane crashed Thursday morning into a building in Connecticut. Police confirmed the accident, which occurred just before…
Wednesday 09/01/2021
Former racecar drivers will gather at Berlin Fair Ground for Plainville Stadium reunion Posted: 01 September 2021 [01:45 PM] PLAINVILLE – Former racecar drivers will gather Sept. 25 at the Berlin Fair Grounds for the 13th annual Plainville Stadium reunion,…
Plainville police blotter Posted: 01 September 2021 [12:04 PM] Plainville police report the following: Aven J. Adorno, 34, of 125 Park St., Bristol, was charged Aug. 3 with third degree criminal…
Tuesday 08/31/2021
Plainville Public Library's 'Books and Bling' sale returns Posted: 31 August 2021 [01:00 PM] PLAINVILLE – The “Books and Bling” sale Sept. 15 through 18 at Plainville Public Library will incorporate a jewelry sale into…
Monday 08/30/2021
Plainville police blotter Posted: 30 August 2021 [10:35 AM] Plainville police report the following: Jared A. Corriveau, 43, of 31 N. Main St., Middletown, was charged Aug. 21 with second degree…
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…
Plainville police blotter Posted: 27 August 2021 [10:17 AM] Plainville police report the following: Heneesha J. Webb, 30, of 12 Aetna St., Naugatuck, was charged Aug. 21 with conspiracy to commit…
Thursday 08/26/2021
Torrington man pleads guilty to exposing self in Plainville retailer Posted: 26 August 2021 [05:09 PM] PLAINVILLE -- A Torrington man has pleaded guilty to exposing himself at a local retail store. Jean Leconte, 33, accepted a…
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…
Wheeler's Farm to Family initiative makes fresh produce available to clients for free Posted: 26 August 2021 [10:42 AM] NEW BRITAIN – Fresh eggplants and sun-ripened tomatoes greeted patients who walked through the doors of the Wheeler Family Health Center…
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…
Wednesday 08/25/2021
Berlin man convicted in New Britain, Plainville robberies sentenced to five years in prison Posted: 25 August 2021 [05:30 PM] A Berlin man who pleaded guilty in multiple armed robberies in New Britain and Plainville has been sentenced to prison. Christopher…
New Britain man allegedly bit police officer following mention of firearms inside Plainville restaurant Posted: 25 August 2021 [01:24 PM] PLAINVILLE -- A New Britain man faces charges for allegedly biting a policeman and trying to bite another officer following an…
Relay for Life in Bristol, Plainville join forces to raise money for American Cancer Society Saturday Posted: 25 August 2021 [12:53 PM] PLAINVILLE – Relay for Life in Bristol and Plainville have joined forces, with teams gathering at Norton Park this Saturday to…
Tuesday 08/24/2021
Plainville man pleads not guilty to home invasion, burglary charges Posted: 24 August 2021 [04:41 PM] PLAINVILLE -- A local man has pleaded not guilty to burglary and home invasion charges connected to the beating of a…
Fellow historians recall, remember president of Plainville Historical Society Posted: 24 August 2021 [01:04 PM] PLAINVILLE – Following the recent death of Nancy Eberhardt, president of the Plainville Historical Society, fellow historians recall her passionate love…
Monday 08/23/2021
PARC is planning 20th Annual Helen & Danny Coughlin Memorial Walk Posted: 23 August 2021 [03:19 PM] PLAINVILLE – PARC is planning the 20th Annual Helen & Danny Coughlin Memorial Walk, their first fundraiser in over a year,…
Plainville police blotter Posted: 23 August 2021 [10:55 AM] Plainville police report the following: Terence J. Spence, 22, of 69 Pershing Dr., Plainville, was charged Aug. 14 with disorderly conduct. Joseph…
Friday 08/20/2021
New mandate requires teachers, state employees to get vaccinated Posted: 20 August 2021 [06:21 PM] Gov. Ned Lamont announced Thursday that all state employees, childcare facilities workers and teachers (K-12) would be required to receive at…
Plainville police looking for witnesses, those with information after pedestrian was struck by car, died Posted: 20 August 2021 [05:31 PM] PLAINVILLE -- Police are seeking witnesses and those who may have information after a man was killed in a car accident…
O'Mazing Race community scavenger returning to Plainville next month Posted: 20 August 2021 [10:24 AM] PLAINVILLE – The Wheeler Regional Family YMCA’S 13th Annual O’Mazing Race community scavenger hunt returns Sept. 18 at the VFW. Teams…
Thursday 08/19/2021
Plainville police blotter Posted: 19 August 2021 [09:14 AM] Plainville police report the following: Nicholas Herman, 41, of 553 East St., New Britain, was charged Aug. 12 with assault on personnel,…