In Connecticut, Columbus Day is observed – or boycotted – in different ways

In the most contentious year yet about the legacy of Christopher Columbus, Connecticut people took very different approaches Monday to observing the anniversary of his arrival in the Americas, some choosing to honor native people with Indigenous Peoples Day instead. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Oxford first responders offer to help struggling residents during pandemic

The Oxford Ambulance Association reminded residents that they are available to help those who might not have consistent access to meals right now. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Fire officials: Driver crashed over guardrail on Route 8

A vehicle stopped high up on the banks of the Naugatuck River off the side of Route 8 after the driver went over the guardrail, officials said. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Sex-assault allegation sets off firestorm in CT General Assembly race

Northwestern CT race is focus of sex-assault allegation against a fourth-term incumbent member of the state House of Representatives. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Tax deed auction may spur new development of vacant lots near Dunkin’ Donuts Park in Hartford

Redevelopment has eluded the area on the northern edge of downtown Hartford for years. But an upcoming tax deed auction by the city could provide a rare opportunity for a comprehensive look at reshaping the area, Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Stung by accountability bill, Connecticut police unions target the ‘yes’ votes

Democratic leaders have consistently said the bill isn’t anti-police, but said bad practices in policing have to end. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Linked 4 Life brought a message of hope and awareness on World Mental Health Day by setting the Guinness Book of World Records mark for longest carabiner-link chain

As the sun shone bright on the outfield of Dunkin Donuts Park Saturday morning, teams from Bear’s Restaurant Group and other community members came together on World Mental Health Day to try to break the Guinness World Record for the longest chain of carabiners and send one clear message: we are stronger together. Top Featured…

In Photos: Scaled back Columbus Day parade rolls on

Despite the novel coronavirus, the annual Columbus Day Parade took place on Sunday. This year’s parade was scaled down dramatically due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Meriden police: Non-life-threatening injuries in Ceppa Field shooting

Police said an individual suffered non-life-threatening injuries in a shooting at Ceppa Field around 5:55 p.m. Sunday. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

State police: Cruiser hit by intoxicated driver as troopers investigated separate DUI, wrong-way driver

Two men were charged with driving under the influence on Route 9 south early Sunday morning, according to state police. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Trinity College extends suspension of in-person classes to Friday after number of coronavirus cases doubles

Trinity College in Hartford extended the complete shift to online classes until at least Friday, Oct. 16 after the number of active cases of COVID-19 more than doubled. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

A rigged search for a police chief, an FBI informant and a city with a history of corruption: the story of the latest dishonest dealing in Bridgeport

It happened in Bridgeport during the city’s search for a new police chief. But this time, the FBI had an informant on the inside. What has been revealed so far in court — by the informant, as well as email and telephone records — goes a long way toward unraveling a remarkable coincidence: how the…

Jobless overnight, months without income, continuing uncertainty: Connecticut restaurant employees struggle through a precarious year amid the coronavirus pandemic

These greater Hartford-area managers, servers and bartenders shared what they’ve been through this year, and what’s at stake in the future. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Remnants of Hurricane Delta will bring rain to Connecticut

Connecticut will experience rain throughout the state on Monday and Tuesday as the remains of Hurricane Delta moves north. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Police: One person injured in CT helicopter crash

The crash occurred Saturday afternoon in Woodstock, sending one person to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, state police said. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

UConn reports second day of no new student COVID cases

The school is reporting eight active positive cases on the Storrs campus. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Food and foliage: 6 perfect pairings to enjoy the changing colors across Connecticut and great restaurants nearby

To help you plan the perfect fall day trip, we came up with six recommendations for ways to enjoy the fall foliage: a hike to 360-degree views of central Connecticut; Impressionist paintings and grazing sheep; a drive through Litchfield County to a pair of historic covered bridges; a steam-powered mill and nearby vineyard; a rail…

Daily coronavirus updates: State records more cases, hospitalizations, deaths for second straight week; Lamont urges flu shots; UConn slows COVID-19 spread

For the second straight week, Connecticut trended in a poor direction across four significant COVID-19 metrics: cases, hospitalizations, positivity rate and deaths. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Mayors neighboring Hartford launch weekly distribution to address regional food insecurity

With food insecurity a persistent concern for families, mayors from three towns neighboring Hartford banded together to launch a weekly food distribution event this month, acknowledging the challenge knows no borders. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Gov. Lamont sends special license plate to NY Gov. Cuomo with message: ‘WEARAMASK’

Gov. Ned Lamont’s office recently sent a Connecticut license plate reading “WEARAMASK” to New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, sparking a Twitter exchange. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Police: Stolen car crashes into CT home, leaving it ‘uninhabitable’

The vehicle was heading north on Meriden Avenue when it struck a guardrail near Lewis Farm, police said in a press release posted to Facebook at 9:25 a.m. Friday. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Fairfield U. students told to stay home amid COVID outbreak

Students living off campus are restricted from coming to the school property and will have remote classes through Oct. 23, Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

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