11/20/2019
11/20/2019
Local News for Hartford, Connecticut
11/20/2019
11/20/2019
For Salvation Army ‘Cashless Kettle Pay’ aims to kick up donations
HARTFORD – Those iconic Salvation Army red kettles accompanied by the clanging bells have been a sign of the holiday season for the past 129 years but donations have gone down in recent years. Leaders at the Salvation Army say that as society has become more “cashless” donations into the kettles have suffered but now READ MORE.
11/20/2019
Connecticut taxpayers speak out on new toll proposal
HARTFORD- The heated debate surrounding tolls in Connecticut continues as Democrats announced they are now not on board with tolling cars, instead they want Governor Ned Lamont to consider a trucks-only toll. House Majority Leader Matt Ritter is asking Governor Lamont to consider truck-tolls on 12 of the 14 bridges in the Governor’s transportation proposal READ MORE.
11/20/2019
Blues Beat: Thanksgiving Eve, a good night for blues
Thanksgiving is nearly upon us and it changes the dynamics of the blues scene. The kids are coming home from college and relatives are traveling. That means Wednesday, Thanksgiving Eve has more shows. Four-time nominee for the Blues Music Award for “Pinetop Perkins Piano Player of the Year” Bruce Katz and his band make another READ MORE.
11/20/2019
GIVEAWAY Béla Fleck and the Flecktones fans! Simply like this post to be entered to win a signed…
GIVEAWAY Béla Fleck and the Flecktones fans! Simply like this post to be entered to win a signed poster! Winner announced 11/26 Read the article on facebook.com READ MORE.
11/20/2019
Hartford Business: Office, retail development proposed …
Office, retail development proposed near South Windsor’s Evergreen Walk Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
11/19/2019
“Turkey Tuesday” celebrate 20 years of helping people
HARTFORD — It was a turkey take over in downtown Hartford for “Turkey Tuesday” at City Place! The annual food drive is for FoodShare and is celebrating its 20th anniversary. This year’s effort aims to collect more than 15,000 turkeys and truckloads of non-perishable items. John Mutchler and his family wanted to help the drive: READ MORE.
11/19/2019
Governor Lamont Statement on House Democrats’ Transportation Proposal
Report by Paula Antolini, November 19, 2019, 4:50PM EDT (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont released the following statement regarding the transportation proposal announced today by the House Democratic caucus: “I am appreciative of House Democrats’ thoughtful contribution to the discussion about Connecticut’s economic future and the critical need for investment in our transportation system. READ MORE.
11/19/2019
Democrats propose new tolling plan limited to trucks
HARTFORD — The Democratic leaders of the House are proposing a plan for truck-only tolls that they say can raise $150 million annually to support transportation spending. The proposal from House Speaker Joe Aresimowicz, D-Berlin, and House Majority Leader Matt Ritter, D-Hartford, comes after Senate Democrats rebuffed Gov. Ned Lamont on his revised plan for READ MORE.
11/19/2019
Driver in Preston homicide had fully-loaded pistol in Hartford home
State police said they were looking for “pistols, revolvers, projectiles, ammunition, bullet casings and fragments,” when they searched Soto’s home on Oct. 27 and found a Glock 27 .40 caliber handgun. Read the rest of the article on theday.com READ MORE.
11/19/2019
Hartford Pub Library: Beginning December 2nd, HPL …
Beginning December 2nd, HPL will offer passport and notary service six days a week! #passport #notaryservices #travel #hartfordct #hartfordhasit #ilovehplcIJ Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
11/19/2019
Wadsworth Atheneum: Bon anniversaire (happy birthday) …
Bon anniversaire (happy birthday) to Eustache Le Sueur, French artist and founding member of the Académie Royale de Peinture et de Sculpture, who was born #onthisday in 1616. “Young Man with a Sword” (detail), c. 1645. Oil on canvas. #thewadsworth #artistbirthdaysL Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
11/19/2019
The Alliance: “If we let industry lead the way we can’t fail.” Ari Santiago of …
“If we let industry lead the way we can’t fail.” Ari Santiago of @ITDIRECTltd talks to Ron Angelo of @CCATInc about #advancedmanufacturing and his “why” on this episode of Made in Connecticut. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.11/19/2019
NBC Connecticut: Police Search for Vehicle …
Police Search for Vehicle Stolen From Hartford With 2 Kids Inside Read the rest of the article on twitter.com READ MORE.11/19/2019
Record Journal: Meriden man, Hartford magnet …
Meriden man, Hartford magnet school teacher sentenced in student assault Read the rest of the article on twitter.com READ MORE.11/19/2019
NBC Connecticut: UPDATE: Vehicle Stolen From …
UPDATE: Vehicle Stolen From Hartford With 2 Kids Inside Found, Kids Are Safe: Police Read the rest of the article on twitter.com READ MORE.11/19/2019
HPD: Man in custody after stolen car recovered, children found safe at school
HARTFORD — Two children were found safe after a car was stolen outside a Hartford daycare Tuesday morning. Police say a Hartford mother had stopped at a daycare near Barbour Street and Capen Street to drop off a third child just before 9 a.m. According to police, the mother left the two children, an 8-year-old READ MORE.
11/19/2019
A Christmas Carol
Watch a Preview of A Christmas Carol-A Ghost Story of Christmas. It’s a Connecticut favorite family holiday tradition! November 29-December 28. Get your tickets now! –> bit.ly/hsc-acc Read the article on facebook.com READ MORE.
11/19/2019
Lessons from Teacher of the Year Narciso Moquete
Last year, SAND School fourth grade teacher, Narciso Moquete was named Teacher of the Year. Well into this new academic year, Moquete continues to exemplify the qualities that made him a standout, emphasizing the home-school connection with every single student and family. Hartford Public Schools talked to him about how the year is shaping up; READ MORE.
11/19/2019