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Woman's death ruled an accident after vehicle found submerged in Glastonbury pond
The death of a 50-year-old woman who was found near a vehicle submerged in a pond at a Glastonbury country club has been ruled accidental, according to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME). Police identified the woman as 50-year-old Nailia Vodovskaia, of Glastonbury. The OCME said Vodovskaia died of exposure to cold temperatures. Acute and chronic alcohol use,…
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Man struck by vehicle in Glastonbury has died
A 61-year-old man who was struck by a vehicle while crossing the street in Glastonbury on Saturday night has died, according to police. Emergency crews responded to the 100 block of Glastonbury Boulevard around 5:30 p.m. after a person was struck by a vehicle. Phillip Burleson, 61, of Glastonbury, was given medical care at the scene and was transported to…
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Manchester teen seriously injured in crash on Route 2 in Glastonbury
An 18-year-old Manchester woman has serious injuries after a crash on Route 2 in Glastonbury on New Year’s Eve night, according to state police. Police said the teen was driving a Mazda on Route 2 West around 9:13 p.m. Tuesday when she hit a guardrail and two trees off the side of the road. The driver suffered serious, life-threatening…
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Police ID woman found dead near partially submerged vehicle in Glastonbury pond
A vehicle was reportedly in the water at a country club in Glastonbury on Saturday. Police said it was reported at Glastonbury Hills Country Club. It’s unclear if anyone was injured. Authorities did not release any additional details, but said the investigation was ongoing.
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Person hospitalized after crashing into propane tanks at Glastonbury business
A person was taken to the hospital after crashing into multiple propane tanks at a business in Glastonbury on Monday. Emergency crews were called to Bemers Petroleum at 210 Commerce Street around 6:10 a.m. for a report of a truck that hit several propane tanks. It was reported that the driver was initially unconscious and was pulled from the vehicle…
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Vehicle reportedly in the water at country club in Glastonbury
A vehicle was reportedly in the water at a country club in Glastonbury on Saturday. Police said it was reported at Glastonbury Hills Country Club. It’s unclear if anyone was injured. Authorities did not release any additional details, but said the investigation was ongoing.
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Sidewalk improvements in Glastonbury aim to curb pedestrian injuries
People in Glastonbury are hopeful that low-tech measures like sidewalk improvements can have high rewards, especially during this time of year.
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Thousands of free toys given to DCF families ahead of the holidays
Days away from Christmas and Hanukkah, approximately 500 families got a chance to shop for some last-minute gifts at the Olive Branch in Glastonbury.
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Thousands of free toys given to DCF families ahead of the holidays
Days away from Christmas and Hanukkah, approximately 500 families got a chance to shop for some last-minute gifts at the Olive Branch in Glastonbury. The event was hosted by the Department of Children and Families (DCF) and was limited to families they work closely with. “I can come here and shop, you know, and not have to worry about finances,”…
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Students in Glastonbury contribute to Boxes to Boots campaign
Kids at Nayaug Elementary School show the handmade gifts that they’ll be sending overseas to our troops.
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Glastonbury police searching for SUV believed to be involved in hit-and-run
Glastonbury police are searching for an SUV that is believed to have been involved in a hit-and-run on Friday. Police described the SUV they are looking for as small and maroon. It was reportedly involved in a collision with a pedestrian at Salmon Brook Drive and New London Turnpike around 4:50 p.m. According to police, the vehicle was turning right…
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Engaged couple from Glastonbury wins this year's Hartford Marathon
An engaged couple from Glastonbury has won this year’s Hartford Marathon.
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Iran's missile attack raises new fears during Rosh Hashanah
Rosh Hashanah starts Wednesday night, but people in Connecticut are on edge after Iran fired 200 missiles at Israel one day earlier. The attack resulted in only minor damage, but Jewish people in Connecticut say it brings a somber and stressful tone to what is supposed to be a celebration. They also said it’s a reminder about the…
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Jewish families in Connecticut celebrate Rosh Hashana in shadow of attacks on Israel
Just a day after Iran launched a missile attack on Israel, Jews in Connecticut say they hope to use their Rosh Hashana celebrations to turn the page on a difficult year.
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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.
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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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Glastonbury Town Council to consider safety improvements to Cotton Hollow Preserve
Two months after it was closed over safety concerns, Glastonbury’s Town Council will hold a hearing and take a vote on possible safety improvements to Cotton Hollow Preserve.
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300+ veterans, current service members hike 22 kilometers through Glastonbury
Saturday marked the 12th annual ‘Hike to Remember’ in Glastonbury – an event that aims to put an end to veteran suicide.
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300+ veterans, current service members hike 22 kilometers through Glastonbury
Saturday marked the 12th annual ‘Hike to Remember’ in Glastonbury – an event that aims to put an end to veteran suicide. It kicked off at 5:30 a.m. on Chestnut Hill Road. Hundreds of military heroes came together to hike 22 kilometers through town. “Twenty-two kilometers is the national average of veterans who commit suicide every day, which correlates to 13.1…
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Man charged with drug offenses after hitting state police cruiser, fighting with trooper: officials
State police said they arrested a 34-year-old Killingworth man and found drugs after the suspect hit a state police cruiser while trying to get away from police and fought with a trooper who took him into custody. State police responded to Route 2 near exit 10 in Glastonbury just before 1:30 am. Friday because a silver Cadillac Deville was stopped…