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Bear's Smokehouse holds fundraiser in New Haven for Helene relief efforts in Asheville, North Carolina
Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ in New Haven held a fundraiser Wednesday night for hurricane relief efforts in North Carolina, providing hope for the people there in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. There were a lot of smoked meats and drinks to be had at Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ in New Haven. While this may seem like just another party at the...
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Cousin of fallen Bristol Police Sgt. Alex Hamzy honoring his memory with luminaries
Next Saturday will mark two years since Lieutenant Dustin Demonte and Sergeant Alex Hamzy were killed in the line of duty in Bristol. A relative of Sgt. Hamzy is honoring his memory through the sale of luminaries. “Just to see those blue lights is incredible. I mean, driving through Bristol and the surrounding areas and just seeing it illuminated with…
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Walk honors Jennifer Dulos and victims and survivors of domestic violence
Keeping the memories of Jennifer Dulos and other domestic violence victims alive. The nonprofit Interval House held a walk to honor Dulos and other victims and survivors on Saturday. A sea of purple fills the stands at Dunkin Park as people hold candles for a moment of silence. This solemn moment meant to be a way to remember Jennifer Dulos…
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East Hartford gets grant to revitalize downtown area, push forward with Bissell Street vision
East Hartford is working to shape downtown into a destination for a night out. The town has received money from the state to revitalize the area to attract more visitors and get community members to stay. “I can’t wait to see this done. I have been rooting for this for quite some time,” Carlos Costa, the owner of Favela...
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Game 2 of CT Sun v. Indiana Fever draws Caitlin Clark fans; Sun takes series
It was a big night Wednesday for women’s basketball as the Connecticut Sun closed out the Indiana Fever in the first round of the WNBA playoffs. That brought out an electric crowd, many of whom were out supporting the Fever’s Caitlin Clark. It was nail-biter met with roars from the crowd at Mohegan Sun Arena during Game 2 between...
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Glastonbury town council approves funding to reopen Cotton Hollow Preserve
Moving forward to reopen a popular recreation area with some improvements. The Glastonbury Town Council voted to fund improvements to reopen Cotton Hollow Preserve Tuesday evening. It’s been being closed since July due to safety concerns. In a unanimous vote, the Glastonbury Town Council approved funding for improvements at Cotton Hollow Preserve during Tuesday’s regular meeting. The popular area...
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Family of woman struck, killed by New Britain police car demand accountability
A continued call for accountability. Saturday marked one year since Katherine Colon was struck and killed by a New Britain police cruiser while crossing a street. Her family held a march and rally, still demanding the officer who was driving be fired. Chants of justice were heard in New Britain Saturday afternoon as the family of Colon marched from West…
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CT Asian community condemns former New Britain mayor's Facebook comment
A former New Britain mayor’s comment on social media is drawing criticism for allegedly being offensive to the Asian community. Politicians on both sides of the aisle are already condemning former mayor Tim Stewart’s words. “This constant racist commentary is one that I’ve heard over and over again in my life,” Jenny Heikkila Díaz, co-chair of the Asian Pacific...
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Hartford Pride brings thousands to downtown area
It was a party in downtown Hartford with Hartford Pride celebration happening Saturday. The annual event brought thousands to the area. “Just let it out. Let it be free,” Tiffany Montgomery, of East Hartford, said. There were many free and colorful spirits on Church Street in downtown Hartford. All of them coming out for Hartford Pride where there was plenty…
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Ninth annual Apizza Feast brings crowds to downtown New Haven
It was a busy night in New Haven Friday as the city hosted not only the annual Grand Prix bike race, but also a big gathering of local pizza joints. The cheese is oozing and the crust coming out with its signature char. New Haven apizza at its finest, delighting visitors. “It’s New Haven. Of course it’s good,” Pete...