Connecticut authorities searching Candlewood Lake for missing man

The unidentified 20 year-old male went missing while swimming in Candlewood Lake near Chicken Rock, according to authorities. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Lamont tells CT agencies to waive credit and debit transaction fees; GOP says ‘stop dancing around’ edges, cut the income tax

Republican legislative leaders called it a token attempt at relief — translating into a few dollars per household or business — and renewed the GOP’s demand for a state income tax cut. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

‘My heart dropped:’ Connecticut’s young adults shaken by reversal of Roe

“My heart dropped,” said Balsamo in a phone interview. “I thought it was a joke because I could not believe what I just read.” Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Connecticut Justice Alliance calls on state to tackle root causes of crime

The advocacy group is urging lawmakers to fund social services and eliminate racial disparities in the legal system to keep children out of prison. Continue Reading at CTPost.com here Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Camping with caution: How to prepare kids for safe summer fun

Many experts said that not only is Connecticut starting to return to pre-COVID times when it comes to signing up children for camp, but that enrolling them in these activities is a likely a good idea. Continue Reading at CTPost.com here Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

CT man gets 80 years for 2018 killing of Bethel woman, court officials say

Brandon Roberts, 29, was sentenced to 80 years Friday for shooting and killing Emily Todd, a 25-year-old therapist from Bethel. Continue Reading at CTPost.com here Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

From trash to treasure: Southington artist transforms junk into stunning sculptures

Stephanie Hongo is a Southington artist specializing in creating sculptures from garbage. She is one of the artists participating in a June 25 event, 2022 ART maniFESTation: RiseUP for Change, in Hartford. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Connecticut split over Supreme Court overruling abortion law; Tong says it ‘carves our nation in two’

Christopher Healy, a spokesman for the Roman Catholic bishops in the state, hailed the decision as a “historic reversal’’ that will prompt the church to increase help for pregnant women. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

As the Supreme Court overturns Roe vs. Wade, Connecticut continues to be ‘safe harbor’ for women seeking an abortion

As the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade national protections for abortion on Friday, Connecticut has become a “safe harbor” for women seeking an abortion. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Bridgeport teen killed in scooter crash ‘didn’t even get to spread his wings,’ family says

Adolfo “AJ” DeJesus, 17, died after being struck by a pickup truck while riding a scooter in Bridgeport last week. Continue Reading at CTPost.com here Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Lawyer: ‘Substantive discussions’ expected today in Peter Manfredonia case

Former UConn student Peter Manfredonia will appear in court Friday on charges in connection with a 2020 samurai sword attack and home invasion in Willington. Continue Reading at CTPost.com here Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Police find gun while investigating alleged assault at Bridgeport gas station

The Bridgeport Police Department arrested the two men after a woman said she was assaulted in a city gas station Wednesday morning. Continue Reading at CTPost.com here Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

CT Gala and Awards to celebrate 100 Women of Color. ‘it’s time for them to shine’

UConn lecturer, entrepreneur and author June Archer said he is excited about continuing to celebrate the honorees, whom he calls the “backbones and pillars of our communities.” Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Offshore wind boosted as Biden and Connecticut, other East Coast governors team up

The partnership comprises governors of both parties from Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Rhode Island. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Connecticut rail ridership returning: Metro-North’s New Haven Line had highest ridership day since pandemic began

While still well short of the pre-pandemic weekday average of about 125,000, the numbers are trending in the right direction. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Bridgeport’s Beardsley Zoo kicks off centennial with live shows, time capsule

The zoo is marking the milestone with a bake off, animal shows and burying a time capsule set to be opened in 50 years. Continue Reading at CTPost.com here Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Accused of CT killings, Peter Manfredonia has court hearing today

Former University of Connecticut student Peter Manfredonia, accused of murder and kidnapping, will appear for a remote court hearing Thursday. Continue Reading at CTPost.com here Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Police: Bridgeport man charged with killing Shelton man in P.T. Barnum Complex

The Bridgeport Police Department charged Amheir Noel Wednesday with a fatal shooting in the P.T. Barnum Housing Complex earlier this month. Continue Reading at CTPost.com here Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Will post-9/11 veterans exposed to toxins have an easier path to compensation and care?

The Senate passed and the House is poised to give final approval to a bill that gives some 3.5 million post-9/11 veterans and those of other eras an easier path to compensation and care for illnesses that occur after exposure to burn pits and other environmental toxins. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release…

Connecticut seeks to dismiss Kosta Diamantis grievance against Lamont officials

Diamantis was fired from his OPM position in October 2021 after administration officials learned that his daughter, Anastasia, had gotten a job with Chief State’s Attorney Richard Colangelo’s office while Colangelo was pressing Diamantis to help secure raises for his staff. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

UK natives and best friends serve up A Spoonful of Britain in Simsbury

A Spoon Full of Britain, a new gift shop in Simsbury owned by best friends Natalie Brown and Carly Kyd specializes in British items. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Bridgeport Guardians ‘appalled’ college degree not required for new chief

The city, however, has said candidates with a higher education will receive preference. Continue Reading at CTPost.com here Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

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