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Coronavirus Vaccine Updates: Connecticut veterans can be vaccinated without appointment April 11, 2021 1:10 pm ABC 7 - New York NEW YORK (WABC) -- Connecticut's senior senator will be on hand when the state opens a vaccination site dedicated to veterans and their spouses and caregivers Sunday. Senator Richard Blumenthal has consistently urged veterans to get vaccinated. These …
3-year-old killed in drive-by shooting in Connecticut April 11, 2021 1:10 pm ABC 7 - New York HARTFORD, Connecticut (WABC) -- A 3-year old was killed in a drive-by shooting in Connecticut Saturday. The incident happened in the area of Nelson and Garden streets. Police say the child was inside a car in Hartford along with his mother, two brothers …
Connecticut Mother Faces Charges For Leaving Child Alone In Streets April 11, 2021 2:27 am CBS New York
Connecticut Mother Sharon Williams Accused Of Abandoning Child With Disability In Bridgeport April 11, 2021 2:27 am CBS New York
5-year-old found abandoned on the street in Connecticut on a rainy day, woman charged April 10, 2021 10:29 pm ABC 7 - New York BRIDGEPORT, Connecticut (WABC) -- A woman was arrested and charged after a 5-year-old boy was abandoned along a street in Connecticut on a rainy day. Sharon Williams, 41, is facing several charges including injury to a minor, cruelty to persons, …
‘Does Eversource have an image problem in Connecticut right now? Absolutely.’ New CEO Joe Nolan talks about the utility’s future April 10, 2021 10:04 pm The Register Citizen Those who know Joseph Nolan describe the Eversource Energy executive as someone who cares about his community and employs boundless energy to make change happen.Nolan — Jim Judge’s replacement as president and chief executive officer of Eversource Energy — …
Connecticut State Police looking for larceny information April 10, 2021 9:05 pm WWLP BURLINGTON, Conn. (WWLP) – Connecticut State Police is asking the public for help in identifying the owner of a vehicle involved in a stolen catalytic converter. The vehicle depicted is being investigated by the police for being involved in a catalytic …
Car lanes vs. bike lanes: Proposals for busy Connecticut Avenue draw mixed reviews April 10, 2021 10:16 am The Washington Post The concept, which has broad support among bicycle users and road-safety advocates, is worrisome to drivers and some businesses over fears that a bike lane would reduce already-scarce parking. It puts the District in a tough position as it aims to become …
Stamford man to bring ‘Connecticut model to Washington’ in new U.S. education department role April 10, 2021 8:43 am Stamford Advocate - Connecticut STAMFORD — A Stamford resident will play a major role in helping American schools reopen in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.Nick Simmons, who has served in the administration of Gov. Ned Lamont since 2019, will be a senior adviser to Education Secretary …
New York COVID-19 Variant Gains Footing In Connecticut April 10, 2021 7:28 am WSHU Public Radio - Connecticut The COVID-19 variant that originated in New York as early as November, known as B.1.526, now accounts for 31.5% of Connecticut’s overall cases. In a press briefing last month, Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s leading infectious disease expert and member of …
Connecticut Plans Full Service For State Parks, Beaches April 10, 2021 7:28 am WSHU Public Radio - Connecticut Connecticut plans to have state parks and beaches back to full service this summer. Last year, services were limited because of the pandemic. That didn’t stop some from having fun in the sun. Governor Ned Lamont said most adults in the state who want a …
'Captured the essence and soul of Connecticut': Local photographer releases book showcasing coastline of CT April 10, 2021 7:26 am WTNH Channel 8 - Connecticut (WTNH) — Local photographer Caryn B. Davis makes an appearance on News 8 to discuss her story of the CT coastline in her book “Connecticut Waters: Celebrating Our Coastline and Waterways.” Tom Whidden, three-time winner of the America’s Cup, CEO of the …
Connecticut colleges and universities impacted by shortage of Johnson & Johnson vaccine April 10, 2021 7:26 am WTNH Channel 8 - Connecticut (WTNH) — A delay in the federal supply of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine has left state colleges and universities looking for a solution as they attempt to gets students a shot in the arm. The thinking now has to be that half being vaccinated is better …
Connecticut to expand access to parks, beaches, camping April 10, 2021 6:34 am WDHD 7 - Massachusetts Connecticut is planning to provide full access this summer to its outdoor recreation areas including state parks, camp grounds, shoreline beaches, boat launches and inland swimming spots, after providing partial access to its park system last summer even …
How one Waterbury pastor is making a faith-based case for getting the vaccine April 10, 2021 4:27 am The Connecticut Mirror RYAN CARON KING :: CONNECTICUT PUBLIC RADIO Pastor Antwaun Richardson sits for a portrait inside Zion Baptist Church in Waterbury. He worked with members of his church to set up a vaccine clinic after seeing hesitation in his congregation. Pastor Antwaun …