14+ hour, 3+ min ago   (551+ words) An enormous solar array proposed for Plainfield and Sterling has divided public opinion in both towns, with some residents opposed because of environmental concerns while others support the prospect of hundreds of thousands of dollars in new tax revenue. State…...

3+ day, 12+ hour ago   (387+ words) A Killingly man has admitted to stealing $775,000 from nonprofit organizations in Windham and Middlefield that offered social services for individuals, children and families. Ryan Fitzgibbons, 44, waived his right to be indicted and pleaded guilty Wednesday before U.S. District Judge Kari A. Dooley…...

3+ day, 17+ hour ago   (234+ words) He plans to remain involved with the 2026-27 season at Rutgers as he navigates treatment. He did not reveal specific details about his illness. “After successful surgery, my doctors and I have a kick-ass plan to finish the treatment,” Pikiell said....

4+ day, 12+ hour ago   (237+ words) A New Britain man with a history of drug and weapon convictions was charged by federal indictment with firearm possession and drug distribution offenses following an arrest for alleged drug sales in West Hartford. On June 12, officers from the West…...

5+ day, 16+ hour ago   (221+ words) Garlic lovers, get ready to celebrate. The Olde Mistick Village Garlic Festival is returning this month from Saturday, Sept. 19 through Sunday, Sept. 20, according to organizers. “This award-winning food festival is dedicated to all things garlic,” according to Olde Mistick Village....

5+ day, 22+ hour ago   (843+ words) A recent study found a link between increased cannabis use and individuals involved in traffic fatalities after the state legalized recreational marijuana, but researchers say it’s impossible to tell whether the drug could have played a role in the crash....

6+ day, 16+ hour ago   (1079+ words) About half of participating Connecticut students met the state’s Physical Fitness Assessment standard in the 2025-2026 school year, reflecting a trend back to pre-COVID levels. “We are encouraged by the continued improvement on the Connecticut Physical Fitness Assessment, with 2025–26 marking the…...

6+ day, 15+ hour ago   (286+ words) Footprints Shoes & Accessories, a longtime, family-owned Newington business that has served the community for nearly 50 years, is set to close its doors at the end of October. Located at 79 Costello Road in Newington, the shoe store first opened in 1979 and…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago   (784+ words) As the spotted lanternfly population continues to grow in Connecticut, vineyards throughout the state are preparing for damage potential damage to their crops. The Connecticut Agriculture Experiment Station has detected spotted lanternflies in all of the state’s eight counties. The…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago   (649+ words) While serving up classic brews like lagers and New England IPAs, Transcend Beer Crafters has another, smoothie-r side to their business. Skiddle Me This…, a Skittles inspired fruited sour, and Schmucker Up: Feed the Need, a peanut butter and jelly…...