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Expect to see more speed cameras in Connecticut
Typically, if you are caught speeding, police will pull you over and write you a ticket. But with more speed enforcement cameras making their way to Connecticut, the next time you go past the speed limit, you might get your ticket in the mail. Currently, the only town with full approval is the town of Washington. But town leaders in…
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Serious crash on Washington Street in Middletown is under investigation
A serious crash that happened on Washington Street in Middletown is under investigation. Fire officials said the road, also known as Route 66, was closed between Butternut Street and Newfield Street. It reopened Tuesday night. Authorities are conducting an investigation. Drivers were asked to avoid the area. No additional information was immediately available.
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Volunteers donate dozens of pints of blood at Middletown blood drive
Volunteers from the International WeLoveU Foundation (WeLoveU) and the American Red Cross donated dozens of pints of blood at a blood drive at the Middletown Elks Lodge over the weekend.
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No serious injuries after 3-vehicle crash in Middletown
A crash closed multiple roads in Middletown on Monday morning. Police said the crash involved three vehicles and happened near South Main Street and Brush Hill Road. Two of the three drivers were taken to the Middlesex Hospital to be treated for minor injuries. There were also two children in one vehicle, and a third child in one of the…
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Man reportedly carjacked on Route 17 connector in Middletown
An investigation is underway after a man was reportedly carjacked while on the Route 17 connector in Middletown early Sunday morning. Officers were called to Crescent Street at Main Street around 1:30 a.m. for a report of a carjacking. The complainant said he had just left Café on Main Street and turned onto the Route 17 connector when two men…
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Connecticut intelligence center monitors tips from app, potential threats
Following the recent events in New Orleans and Las Vegas, state officials say they are not aware of any current credible threat in Connecticut. But they are constantly monitoring for any suspicious activity. Following the deadly attack in New Orleans, we got an inside look at how the state works to help keep people safe. Public safety deputy commissioner Brenda…
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State monitors possible threats through multi-agency hub
State officials say they are not aware of any credible threats in Connecticut, but an intelligence team made up of multiple agencies is constantly monitoring tips and other information to keep people safe.
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Noise advisory issued for cannon salute during interment ceremony for former Gov. Rell in Middletown Friday
A private ceremony will be held at the Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery in Middletown on Friday for the interment of former Gov. M. Jodi Rell and the Connecticut National Guard wants residents near the cemetery to know that there will be a cannon salute in her honor and it will be loud. The cemetery is on Bow Lane in Middletown…
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Drone sightings continue to pop up around CT as officials work to keep track
A potential drone close to Bradley International Airport was spotted by a pilot coming into the airport, according to new audio recordings.
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Pilot reports drone sighting from Bradley Airport
A potential drone close to Bradley International Airport was spotted by a pilot taxiing on the runway, according to new audio recordings. It’s part of a string of reports that continue to come in from around Connecticut. “It’s not big enough to be picking up on my radar scope. It must be a little drone or something.” The audio...
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Vinal Tech High School receives funding to upgrade emergency operations center
Vinal Technical High School in Middletown unveiled upgrades to their emergency operations center on Tuesday after receiving $300,000 in funding.
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With State Veterans Cemetery nearly full, there are urgent calls for expansion
There is growing concern about the State Veterans Cemetery in Middletown. It’s expected to run out of space in the coming years and now there’s an urgent search for how to expand it. At the State Veterans Cemetery, you can find the final resting place for more than 16,000 veterans and their family members. “It is striking to see...
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Growing concerns over limited space at State Veterans Cemetery
There is a growing concern about the State Veterans Cemetery in Middletown. It is expected to run out of space in the coming years, and there’s an urgent search for how to expand it.
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Dog injured in New York plane crash that killed pilot being treated in Connecticut
One of the two dogs that survived a plane crash in New York that killed the pilot who was transporting rescued dogs as well as another dog is being treated in Connecticut. Whiskey, a 4-month-old Labrador mix, is being treated at Pieper Memorial Emergency & Specialty Hospital in Middletown. He underwent surgery on Wednesday and the veterinary hospital says his…
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13-year-old missing from Middletown found safe: police
A 13-year-old missing for several hours in Middletown Monday has been found safe, according to police. The teen was last seen by students at an after-school program near Beman Middle School between 3 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. He was found safe just before 7:30 p.m., police said.
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Middle and high schoolers in Middletown will have to lock up phones soon
Starting next month, middle and high school students in Middletown will need to lock up their phones during the school day. The school district said after the Thanksgiving break, students will need to put their phones in magnetic pouches when they walk into school. They can’t be unlocked until the end of the day. A spokesperson said the new...
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Multiple towns across the state honored Veterans with ceremonies
Towns such as New Haven, Manchester, New Britain and Middletown honored Veterans today.
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Over 13,000 American flags placed at State Veterans Cemetery in Middletown
Veterans Day is almost here – when we honor the brave men and women who served our country.
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Over 13,000 American flags placed at State Veterans Cemetery in Middletown
Veterans Day is almost here – when we honor the brave men and women who served our country. And every year, a group from Middletown brings the community together to remember the veterans who are no longer with us. On Saturday, dozens of people honored those who fought for our country by placing more than 13,000 American flags around the…
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Police investigating after finding abandoned dog in bad shape in Middletown park
Police are investigating after a “terrified” dog was abandoned in a Middletown park and they said he was in such bad shape that a team needed to shave him because he could barely move his legs. Police said the dog was found on Halloween in McCutcheon Park at Crystal Lake and it appeared he had been kept in a confined…