Dozens of students say their belongings were damaged or lost when pandemic forced UConn to shut dorms in March

Dozens of students file complaints after their belongings were damaged or lost when pandemic forced UConn to shut dorms in March. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Bristol Hospital, police ramp up citywide opioid treatment campaign after coronavirus-related slowdown

With the COVID-19 pandemic reducing the number of emergency room visits by people with minor injuries or routine illnesses, Bristol Hospital has seen another group of patients decline: Drug addicts. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

After surprise Phase 3 announcement, some theaters, concerts venues ready to open, others to stay closed

Indoor arts venues can reopen at 50% of their usual capacity according to Connecticut phase 3 guidelines announced Thursday night. But for some theaters, half-full won’t help. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Truck accident, debris in road closes lanes on Route 8

State Police at Troop G in Bridgeport said there were no serious injuries. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

NWS: Warm, cloudy this weekend with some rain next week

There is a chance of showers from Monday through Thursday. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

No charges after ‘Black Lives Matter’ message defaced at UConn

The school was informed the act did not amount to a crime under state law after consulting with the State’s Attorney’s Office, university officials said. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

State police seek public’s help in Manchester double slaying

State police on Friday released photos of a suspect vehicle in a double homicide at a commuter lot in Manchester where car enthusiasts had gathered in early August. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

More than 20 Quinnipiac students sent home or suspended for violating COVID-19 rules

Nearly two dozen Quinnipiac University students were sent home or suspended in the past week after violating school policies that prohibit guests on campus or in residence halls and limit the size of social gatherings on and off campus, measures meant to slow the spread of coronavirus. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release…

The new COVID-19 saliva test Yale developed with the NBA will be offered in three other states, increasing availability of cutting-edge method

Yale has distributed its new SalivaDirect COVID-19 test to laboratories in Florida, Minnesota and New York, the university announced Friday, a next step in expanding the availability of a test already available in Connecticut. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Police: Teen passenger in car that hit CT trooper charged

A teen from Plantsville was charged with interfering with an officer from an incident in July. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Commission ties on inspector general nominee vote

The state Criminal Justice Commission tied on the two candidates for the new inspector general position for police accountability. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

2 arrested after shots fired near Hartford schools

Two men face gun charges after an incident of shots fired prompted two school lockdowns in Hartford on Thursday. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Judge lifts some of bail restrictions against Michelle Troconis — but she must still wear GPS bracelet

Stamford Superior Court Judge John Blawie issued a 15-page ruling late Wednesday in which he said the “seriousness of the defendant’s charges cannot be understated.” Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

New Britain Columbus statue may be headed for a new home after 79 years on public land

The city’s Columbus statue is likely to still be in McCabe Park when Columbus Day arrives, but city leaders will soon be negotiating with a private Italian-American association to relocate it. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

After a quiet summer, Connecticut’s COVID-19 numbers are climbing again. Here’s why.

The picture, according to officials and experts, is complex, with a confluence of disparate factors all contributing to drive up the state’s numbers. The increases have been fueled, in part, by small outbreaks in different communities — each of which has experienced its own array of circumstances. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release…

California-Mediterranean restaurant coming to Westport

Capuli Restaurant will occupy the building that was the home to Westport Pizzeria on Post Road East. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Bunnell High School staff member tests positive for COVID-19

STRATFORD — A staff member at Bunnell High School has tested positive for COVID-19, according to a letter from Superintendent Janet Robinson to families. The superintendent said the last day the person was in school was Monday. The school district was notified about the positive test Wednesday. “Anyone who is considered a ‘close contact’ with…

44-year-old shot, killed in Bridgeport’s Black Rock neighborhood

Police are investigating a fatal shooting in the city’s Black Rock neighborhood. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Stand Down program for CT veterans will be virtual and in-person

The annual Stand Down for Connecticut veterans on Thursday and Friday, a centralized fair of services and benefits guidance, will offer limited in-person care due to the coronavirus pandemic. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

COVID-19 case prompted one-day closure at East Lyme High School

East Lyme High School closed Tuesday after officials learned a member of the school community had tested positive for the coronavirus, the superintendent said. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Two Connecticut towns make Money’s list of best places to live, reflecting pandemic priorities

South Windsor and Cheshire made Money’s list of the Best Places to Live in the U.S. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

Police: Accused CT workplace shooter to waive extradition

The suspect in a workplace shooting that wounded two people Tuesday is expected to waive extradition in court Wednesday, police said. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service

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