Connecticut

• New HavenSocietyOct 2

  Alder Stops Tree Removal at Yale-Owned Greenspace

  An Alder convinced United Illuminating to halt the removal of an oak tree from a community greenspace owned by Yale University. The neighborhood and Urban Resources Initiative have worked with Yale for 15 years on the site. The work was paused after concerns were raised about the centerpiece tree.

• NorwalkHealth & WellnessOct 2

  Norwalk Officials Gather to Recognize October as ADHD Awareness Month

  City officials and educators gathered Thursday at the library to mark ADHD Awareness Month. The event highlighted the theme "A Community in Support," aiming to provide information for those with and without ADHD. Attendees discussed the condition, noting increased diagnoses among adults.

• New HavenEducationOct 2

  Community Members Defend Superintendent at Board of Education Meeting

  At a recent Board of Education meeting, community members Nitza Diaz and Jose Crespo spoke up to defend Superintendent Madeline Negrón. They argued that the community should give her room to do her job while addressing school building concerns. Both noted progress in areas like absenteeism rates under her leadership.

• New HavenPoliticsOct 2

  Three Candidates Vie for Vacant Edgewood Board of Alders Seat

  Three candidates—Jennifer Tillman, Randall Furlow, and Lindsey Tengatenga—have filed to run for the vacant seat representing Edgewood on the Board of Alders. The special election is scheduled for November 10th. Whoever wins will complete the remainder of Evette Hamilton's two-year term.

• New HavenSocietyOct 2

  Crew Cleans Up Over 450 Dumped Tires in West Rock Park

  A small crew of parks employees and volunteers are cleaning up over 450 tires dumped in the woods off Springside Avenue in West Rock Park. The toxic dumping site is located near Common Ground High School, with an estimate of about 100 more tires remaining. Police are investigating the incident.

• New HavenSocietyOct 2

  Community Group Plans Walk Against Mayor's Park-Pool Vision for English Station

  Anstress Farwell plans a community walking tour around English Station and the Mill River District. This follows discussions where members of the Fair Haven Community Management Team spoke out against the mayor's plan to demolish the site for a park with a pool. Activists advocate for alternative uses like job training and affordable housing.

• New HavenEducationOct 2

  Alder Questions City Inspectors on School Building Conditions

  An Alder questioned city department heads about why school building conditions are not inspected as rigorously as residential properties. The discussion revealed regulatory gaps concerning mold, heat, and infestations in New Haven Public Schools buildings.

• StamfordEconomyOct 1

  Sun Homes, Hudson Bay Capital deliver $75M Stamford luxury community

  Sun Homes and Hudson Bay Capital are set to deliver a $75 million luxury community in Stamford. The project includes a planned apartment complex at Shippan Point.

• HartfordSocietyOct 1

  I-84 Westbound Closed in West Hartford After Early Morning Crash

  A rollover crash closed Interstate 84 westbound in the Hartford and West Hartford area early Thursday morning. The closure affected the interstate between exits 45 and 44, along with the ramp. State police reported potentially life-threatening injuries from the incident that was first reported around 3:10 a.m.

• HartfordEducationOct 1

  Hartford School Board Considers Closing Elementary School to Cut $5M

  School board members moved forward plans that could lead to closing one of Hartford's three elementary schools. The board reviewed five models to cut the district budget by almost $5 million and asked administrators to look closer at two options.

• HartfordSportsOct 1

  Hartford High School Orioles Win Play of the Week Award

  Hartford High School's Orioles secured their first win of the season and were honored with WISN 12’s Operation Football Play of the Week for Week 6. Wide receiver Ethan Webb was recognized for catching the play of the week touchdown pass, while quarterback Braydon Slack spoke about the game highlights to WISN's Stephanie Sutton.

• HartfordSportsOct 1

  80-year-old Mystic man runs Hartford Marathon, aiming for Guinness record

  Ambrose “Amby” Burfoot, 80, plans to run the Eversource Hartford Marathon on Oct. 10. He aims to become the first person to run a marathon in an eighth consecutive decade of his life. Burfoot stated his biggest goal is simply to reach the finish line that day.

• New HavenCultureOct 1

  Manhattan Short Film Festival Screens Oscar-Qualifying Shorts at Shubert Theatre

  The 29th annual Manhattan Short Film Festival screened ten Oscar-qualifying shorts at the Elm City Cabaret in New Haven. The festival featured international films from various countries, with audience members voting for Best Film and Best Actor. Standout films included Hai Davai, Norheimsund, and When the Sea Was Calm.

• New HavenHealth & WellnessOct 1

  Project Access Prepares for Potential Loss of Medicaid Coverage

  A New Haven group, Project Access-New Haven, is preparing outreach efforts as an estimated 110,000 people statewide could lose Medicaid coverage on January 1. The nonprofit helps uninsured individuals connect with doctors offering free care and plans to raise funds at its anniversary celebration next week.

• New HavenSocietyOct 1

  Judge Allows Tenants Union to Sue Over Sunset Ridge Complex

  A New Haven housing court judge allowed a tenants union to continue suing the owner of the Sunset Ridge apartment complex. This ruling recognized the union's claim to represent members even though the original lead plaintiff no longer resides at the property. The lawsuit alleges retaliation against tenants.

• NorwalkSocietySep 30

  Stabbing victim finds help in Norwalk market

  A stabbing victim was found help within the Norwalk market area. Deputies are currently unaware of the exact location or reason for the incident.

• NorwalkCultureSep 30

  New Animals on Exhibit at Norwalk Maritime Aquarium

  The Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk now features new residents, including a rare blue lobster and a yellow-crowned Amazon parrot named Parker. Guests can also view four colorful frogs native to the southern Amazon Basin of Brazil.

• New HavenPoliticsSep 30

  Secretary of State Discusses Election Preparedness and System Improvements

  Stephanie Thomas discussed election procedures, noting that Connecticut is not participating in database purges. She highlighted efforts to improve state voting systems, including new tabulators and early voting rollouts. Thomas emphasized her goal of bringing calm and order to the electoral process.

• New HavenEducationSep 30

  New Haven Leaders Clash Over Funding for After-School Program

  A recently started New Haven after-school program faces funding uncertainty due to disagreements among city leaders regarding payment methods. Mayor Justin Elicker proposed using nearly $1 million from the general fund, but the Board of Alders disagreed with that funding approach. Both sides acknowledge the need for such programs for local families and children.

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