Sydney Boyo is a reporter and Multimedia Journalist Associate at NBC Connecticut. Sydney's previous experiences at CNBC's San Francisco bureau and ESPN have honed her skills in digital tech documentaries and video content production.
Sydney earned a B.S. in Communications from the University of Miami, specializing in Broadcast Journalism and International Studies; she brings a wealth of knowledge to her role.
A proud member of the NABJ and hailing from Atlanta, Sydney is passionate about storytelling and connecting with her audience. When not chasing stories, she enjoys reading, playing tennis, watching sports, and exploring new destinations. Sydney is excited about covering diverse narratives across Connecticut and following along with Connecticut’s many basketball teams.
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YWCA New Britain program looks to address childcare shortage
YWCA New Britain’s Childcare Business Incubator has received $120,000 in funding to help combat a lack of accessible childcare. “There’s a big shortage of childcare and in New Britain,” YWCA New Britain CEO Tracey Madden-Hennessey said. “That is why we started this program, and a lot of women couldn’t start their own businesses, because they didn’t have money, they...
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Buy now, pay later apps being used to pay for groceries as prices rise
As groceries prices continue to rise, a survey by the Lending Tree found that people are using buy now, pay later (BNPL) applications to pay for groceries. “These are financing options that allow people to split the cost of a purchase into four installments over six to eight weeks with no interest,” Miranda Margowsky said. Margowsky is the head of…
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Nepal Day celebrations and parade back in West Hartford
Nepal Day is annual tradition in West Hartford. The day is a way to celebrate Nepali culture, history and tradition. “This is the way how we want to blend West Hartford town with the diversification,” said Nepalese Association of Connecticut President Narayan Paudel. “That will help definitely for the development of the town, too.” Connecticut has over 2,000 people of…
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Men's health summit shines light on the importance of health check-ups
Men of color came together on Saturday morning in Waterbury to discuss men’s health. The discussion was a part of the Fatherhood Health and Wellness Summit hosted by Welcome 2 Reality. “We really want to elevate the awareness of men’s health and men’s wellness,” said Welcome 2 Reality Director of Training Marcus Stallworth. “Our hope is that we raise...
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Landscapers and garden experts recommend spring cleanups for a healthy lawn
As warmer weather comes, landscapers are recommending people do a spring cleaning before they beautify their homes and properties. “Do a spring cleanup before anything,” said Oscar Rivera, owner of Rivera Brothers Landscaping. “That will remove all the leaves and dead grass from the ground to get a fresh start.” He says during the winter, branches can fall off trees…
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Preschoolers raise money for Closer to Free Ride team
Preschoolers at the First Church Preschool in Cheshire are raising money to benefit a Closer to Free Ride Team. This is the second year the preschool has hosted a “Trike-A-Thon,” where the students ride their tricycles around the school. “We work to grow this large sense of community and make our children aware of the bigger world around us,” preschool…
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Families grieve, ask for prayers after deadly crash in Newington
Four people died and one person sustained minor injuries after a multi-vehicle crash in Newington Sunday morning. On Monday, the families of the victims and members of the community stopped by to place flowers on Willard Avenue where the crash occurred. “I wish this upon no families ever,” Ryan Ashford said. “I hope they have access to all the resources…
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Civic organization abruptly lays off employees, leaving programs in limbo
Employees of the Blue Hills Civic Association in Hartford say they were abruptly laid off with no warning last week. “We were all shocked and disheartened at the same time,” parent Kerri-Kay Allen said. The organization works closely with the Hartford community, aiding and advocating in schools, community program and more. “We received this email if you will in the…
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Somers teen to represent CT at the national spelling bee for the second time
Next month, 13-year-old Nathan Settevendemie will represent Connecticut at the 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee. “That feels awesome,” the eighth grader said. “I’ve been working towards it.” Settevendemie lives in Somers with his mom, dad and five other siblings: Caroline, Andrew, Lucas, Julia and Liza. They all spell, but some like it more than others. His older sister Julia is…
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Windsor honors legacy of local veterans for the third year
It’s military appreciation day in Windsor and the community is honoring veterans through spreading knowledge and resources. “We have a history of service in Windsor that goes way back to the Revolutionary War,” organizer and Navy veteran Steve Porcaro said. This is the third year the town and the Greater Windsor Veteran Council is hosting the Veterans and Military...
