09/20/2020
09/20/2020
Local News for West Hartford, Connecticut
09/20/2020
09/20/2020
NBC Connecticut: Back to school in …
Back to school in West Hartford! Avery started 8th grade at Bristow Middle School and Oliver started 10th grade at Hall High School. Have a great year Avery and Oliver! Send your back to school photos to shareit@nbcconnecticut.com! #NBCCT #ConnectingYou #CTBacktoSchool Read the rest of the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
09/19/2020
West Hartford Public Schools’ First COVID-19 Case Will Not Require School Closing
West Hartford Superintendent of Schools Tom Moore provided an update on the reopening of schools, and the COVID Dashboard that went live last week. By Ronni Newton West Hartford Public Schools administrators were notified Friday night that a member of the Hall High School community has tested positive for the COVID-19 virus, the first case READ MORE.
09/19/2020
West Hartford Community Theater: No weekend plans We …
No weekend plans? We have some ideas for you! Click the link for group and audition information! Qx Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
09/19/2020
Town of West Hrtfd: Collect your household hazardous …
Collect your household hazardous waste in their original containers, place them in a box bring them to the MDC collection at DPW, 17 Brixton St. on Sat. September 26, 8AM-1PM. The service is free to residents. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
09/19/2020
Westmoor Park to Host ‘Picnic on the Farm’
The annual fundraiser for West Hartford’s Westmoor Park has a different format this year, but will still feature farm fresh produce prepared by Doro Restaurant Group. By Ronni Newton Supporters of Westmoor Park will still be able to enjoy a four-course meal featuring local produce, prepared by Chef Dorjan Puka and the staff of DORO READ MORE.
09/18/2020
‘Corona’ of a Different Kind
Thanks to West Hartford resident Edward Roemke, Jr. for this photo, which he emailed with the following details: “I took this picture yesterday of a broad-winged hawk, and was surprised when I looked at the picture, that there was a bonus: the sun’s corona. I thought it might offer a pleasant change from what we READ MORE.
09/18/2020
Energy Co-Chairs Hit Pause on Eversource Request to Borrow $700M
Eversource is looking to recover the cost of Tropical Storm Isaias and other expenses. By Christine Stuart, CTNewsJunkie.com The co-chairs of the legislature’s Energy and Technology Committee said there’s no chance at this moment that they would allow Eversource Energy to borrow $700 million to cover the cost of Tropical Storm Isaias, the July rate READ MORE.
09/18/2020
Parade Canceled for 2020, but #ParkRoadLove Initiative Includes Contest, Discounts
The community is invited to show their love for Park Road with a 2020 t-shirt and get rewarded, with funds going to support next year’s parade. Submitted COVID-19 may be the reason the 2020 Park Road Parade is canceled, but it will not dampen the spirit of all those who love a parade and Park READ MORE.
09/18/2020
Study Shows Cannabis Legalization Would Bring in $1B over 5 Years
Legalization could also add thousands of jobs, the study shows. By Christine Stuart, CTNewsJunkie.com Before COVID-19, one of the big pushes at the state Capitol was the legalization and sale of cannabis, and a new study by the Connecticut Center for Economic Analysis says by authorizing it, the state could collect nearly $1 billion in READ MORE.
09/18/2020
Hall High School Announces National Merit Scholar Semifinalists
Five students from West Hartford’s Hall High School Class of 2021 have been named National Merit Scholar Semifinalists, and were celebrated during a virtual meeting with Principal Dan Zittoun. Submitted by Amy Shaffer, Career Center/Student Activities Coordinator, Hall High School Five members of the William H. High School Class of 2021 have been named Semifinalists READ MORE.
09/18/2020
We-Ha.Com: Yay!! So excited! Thanks …
Yay!! So excited! Thanks for the follow, Buddy! Read the rest of the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
09/18/2020
West Hartford Library Opens Re-Children’s Room for Browsing
The West Hartford Public Libraries are continuing to expand services, with the children’s collections now open for browsing, by appointment. Submitted The Children’s rooms at Noah Webster and Bishops Corner libraries are now open for browsing appointments. This is the latest expansion of services from West Hartford Public Library, which started curbside service in June, READ MORE.
09/18/2020
Town of West Hrtfd: A new, socially-distanced Picnic …
A new, socially-distanced ?Picnic on the Farm? or ?Picnic at Home? will be held on Sept 25 at Westmoor Park. The fundraiser offers an option for limited, picnic-style dining on-site, or a take-home picnic dinner box. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
09/18/2020
William H. Hall H.S.: Introducing our 2021 National …
Introducing our 2021 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists – Brooks McConnell, Benjamin Gardner, Samuel Frank, Amruth Niranjan & Emilio Chan. Congrats! Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
09/18/2020
Town of West Hrtfd: Show your love for …
Show your love for Park Road with a 2020 parade T-shirt and get rewarded! Reserve your shirt by Sept. 23 and then wear it on Oct. 2, 3, 4 to enjoy discounts. #ParkRoadLove Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
09/18/2020
William H. Hall H.S.: Highlighting these heroes today. …
Highlighting these heroes today. #NationalHispanicHeritageMonth #cesarchavez #soniasotomayor #raffifreedmangurspan Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
09/18/2020
Hall Athletics: We are saddened to …
We are saddened to hear about the passing of Hall’s former Girls Lacrosse and Football Coach Greg Styles – Coach Styles led the girls lacrosse team from 95-98 and were CCC Champions in 1997; he also coached varsity football from 96-98. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
09/18/2020
COVID Test Rate Reaches 1.6%; Lamont to Offer Guidance on Halloween
West Hartford’s Halloween Stroll, sponsored by the Moms and More Club, has been canceled for 2020, but town leaders have not made any announcements regarding Halloween. By Christine Stuart, CTNewsJunkie.com Connecticut’s positive test rate for coronavirus has jumped to 1.6% and hospitalizations have increased to 75 according to data reported Thursday, which is the highest READ MORE.
09/18/2020