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Fire damages Montville school Original
MONTVILLE, Conn. — A small fire that damaged an administrative are of a Montville School lead to evacuations of students and staff Friday morning. The fire at St. Bernard High School, on Norwich - New London Turnpike, damaged an office area. Prinicple Ted Kenyon said firefighters were on the scene quickly and put out the fire soon after arrival. All the people inside were able to safely evacuate. This story continues below. More in Local Fire crews remained on the scene to monitor the area.
'I realized I need to serve America': 25 years later, Easton man remembers responding to 9/11 Original
EASTON, Conn — An Easton man traveling to New York City for a work conference on Sept. 11, 2001, had his life forever changed when the first plane struck the World Trade Center. At 8:46 a.m., Vincent Caprio was walking into the Marriott World Trade Center when the first plane crashed into the North Tower. “I saw the plane come right over my head and I thought, I've never seen a plane that low in New York City,” Caprio said. This story continues below.
Berlin fire destroys office building, under investigation
A lightning strike sparked a fire at a Berlin business early Thursday morning, damaging the building and a neighboring home. The incident happened on Worthington Point Road shortly after 1 a.m. Thursday. Kathleen Welch, who lives next to the business, said she had never experienced lightning like it before. "I've never heard of sound like that before in my life," Welch said. She said the lightning struck with a loud bang that shook her home.
Drivers frustrated by Route 8 construction
SHELTON, Conn. — Drivers traveling through the Route 8 corridor in Shelton, Derby, Ansonia and Seymour say ongoing construction has turned their daily commute into a frustrating experience, with traffic delays, lane closures and rough pavement becoming part of their routine. "There's so many people that can't go to work or do what they need to do. People need to plan an hour ahead, maybe two just to get to work," Destiny Wermuth of Derby said.
Search continues for 13-year-old missing in West River in New Haven
Follow Search continues for 13-year-old missing in West River in New Haven Chris Charbonneau, Joe Monte Updated Thu, July 30, 2026 at 12:22 PM UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Key takeawaysPowered by Yahoo Scout. Yahoo is using AI to generate key points from this article. This means the info may not always match what’s in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience.
Mutual aid crews respond to multi-alarm Enfield house fire
Follow Mutual aid crews respond to multi-alarm Enfield house fire Chris Charbonneau, Joe Monte Updated Mon, July 13, 2026 at 10:19 AM UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Key takeawaysPowered by Yahoo Scout. Yahoo is using AI to generate key points from this article. This means the info may not always match what’s in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience.
Connecticut parents push for federal version of Tristan's Law
Parents whose 10-year-old son was killed while crossing the street coming back from an ice cream truck are pushing for a federal law they hope will prevent similar tragedies across the country. Six years after the death of their son, Tristan, his parents Christi Carrano and Tyler Barhorst joined U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) in Hartford to announce legislation that would bring Tristan's Law to the federal level. "He could not see around the [ice cream] truck which is very large...
Hot weather calls for cool fun in Cromwell
Families in Cromwell, Connecticut sought relief from the heat at a local splash pad, with many children enjoying the opportunity to cool off and play outdoors. The hot and humid weather led to school closures and early dismissals across the state, prompting parents to find ways to keep their kids entertained while staying cool.
Meriden Public Schools soar past expectations in literacy Original
MERIDEN, Conn. — Despite being the lowest-funded school district in Connecticut, Meriden Public Schools are seeing significant gains in literacy, with district officials reporting that students in seven of the district's eight elementary schools are reading at levels well above expectations. Students, faculty and staff at Nathan Hale Elementary School gathered to celebrate the achievement with the unveiling of a new banner recognizing the district and the school's success.
Milford highlights its Revolutionary War history Original
MILFORD, Conn — Nearly 250 years after the start of the American Revolution, officials and historians in Milford are working to preserve the stories of local soldiers who fought for independence and uncover new details about the city’s role in the war. “We recognize who died here in pursuit of our independence, but also the people of Milford who volunteered and went on to fight in the Revolutionary War,” Milford Mayor Richard Smith said.
Cyclists celebrate Bike Month Original
NEW HAVEN, Conn. — New Haven officials celebrated Bike Month on Friday by encouraging residents to get around the city on two wheels instead of four, highlighting the health, environmental and transportation benefits of cycling. Mayor Justin Elicker, a cyclist himself, hosted the celebration along the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail, which stretches from New Haven into Massachusetts.
Manufacturing career show for students stops in Waterbury Original
WATERBURY, Conn. — The Manufacturing Careers Roadshow stopped in Waterbury on Thursday, giving local students a firsthand look at careers in the manufacturing industry. Students in grades 6-12 attended the event, where they met with manufacturers and learned about career opportunities available in Connecticut. “We have 20 manufacturers with us and nearly 600 students who are able to talk to all of our exhibitors and understand what real manufacturing is,” Christine Lawlor-King with ReadyCT said.
New course helps airplane mechanics get certified quicker Original
WINDSOR LOCKS, Conn. — A new fast-track training program launched Wednesday in Windsor Locks aims to help keep aerospace jobs in Connecticut while expanding the number of certified workers available to fill those jobs. The program, created through aircraft manufacturer Bombardier, prepares mechanics to earn their Airframe and Powerplant certification, commonly known as an A&P license. “Traditional A&P certification takes about 24 months.
Girl Scout camp in Tolland reopens after 2 years of renovations
Joe monte Camp Yankee Trails in Connecticut has reopened after two years of renovations, offering new amenities like yurts and a new dining hall. Campers are already enjoying the upgrades, including activities at Sweetheart Lake and building important life skills through Girl Scouts programs. The camp's new dining hall and kitchen are expected to be a major hub for camp activities, with registration for summer camp open until June 1.
Watertown packaging company goes above and beyond for the environment Original
WATERTOWN, Connecticut — One Connecticut crate company puts in extra effort to make sure their products are friendly to the environment. Packaging and Crating Technologies engineers make corrugated paper products into crates that can handle extreme weight, offering an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional materials when shipping large and heavy equipment. Rodger Mort, chief operating officer of PACT, said the company develops sustainable shipping solutions using corrugated materials.
'It really makes a difference to so many people': Free dental care clinic returns to Storrs Original
STORRS, Conn. — People without access to dental care can get help on Friday and Saturday for free at Edwin O. Smith High School in Storrs, as the Connecticut Mission of Mercy free dental clinic returns. The event offers an opportunity for those who may otherwise struggle to afford dental services, drawing patients from across the region — including some traveling hours to receive care. This story continues below. More in Health “I came from a little bit north of Albany, so... three and a half hours.
Simulation Helps Caregivers Understand Dementia
CHESHIRE, Conn. — Assisted Living Home Care Services in Cheshire has become the first non-medical home care agency in Connecticut to train its caregivers using Dementia Live, a program designed to provide hands-on experience that helps workers better understand the people they care for. The training is led by Julie Cruz, a registered nurse and senior advisor with the agency, who said the goal is to build empathy and awareness among caregivers.
UConn sees the love from fans during Final Four matchups Original
STORRS, Conn. — The University of Connecticut men’s and women’s basketball teams are on the cusp of another championship, and students are making a roughly 15-hour bus trip to Indianapolis to support the men’s team in person. Students say excitement surrounding the Huskies has surged across campus as both teams prepare for highly anticipated matchups this weekend. “You can tell everyone around campus is buzzing. Whenever you look at your screen, you see it all over the news.
Volunteers break ground in Bristol on future home for working family
Joe Monte Habitat for Humanity broke ground on a new energy-efficient home for a working family in Bristol, built to code and classified as zero-energy-ready. Garrian Woods-Miller, along with his wife and daughter, will purchase the home through Habitat for Humanity's program, which offers zero percent interest mortgages to working families.
Top bull rider Cort McFadden brings his high-octane show to Bridgeport
Fans are expected to pack Bridgeport's Total Mortgage Arena for a historic bull riding show Friday and Saturday night. Cort McFadden of Texas, one of the world’s top bull riders, is in his 20s but already has years of experience in the sport. He is competing in Bridgeport with the Professional Bull Riders organization and will perform at this weekend's event. "There ain't nothing like it, I can tell you that," Mcfadden said. He says the danger doesn't stop his love for the sport.
Berlin High School students' inventions could save the bat population
A Connecticut science teacher known as the “Berlin Batman” and his high school students have developed three inventions they hope will help combat white-nose syndrome, a fungal disease that has killed millions of bats across North America. Chris Wisniewski, a science teacher at Berlin High School, leads the student group behind what they call the Carpe Noctem Initiative, an effort to control the spread of the disease and reduce bat deaths for those that have it.
Local organizations make good of National Pizza Day
Joe Monte E&D Pizza of Avon donated 20 pizzas to the House of Bread in Hartford as part of the Pizza Across America initiative, aiming to combat food insecurity. The House of Bread officials expressed gratitude for the donation, highlighting that food costs are a significant expense for the organization. The donation from E&D Pizza will help feed over 100 people locally at the House of Bread in Hartford, emphasizing the importance of supporting hunger relief organizations.
Waterbury apartment fire leaves several people displaced
Joe Monte A fire in a Waterbury apartment building early Wednesday morning left several people without a home. The fire broke out just after 2 a.m. in a two-and-a-half-story building with eight apartments. Anthony Fischer lives in the building and was forced out of his apartment into frigid temperatures before he could even put on socks. Firefighters crashed through his door and ordered him to evacuate. "I just had no idea what was going on.
Windsor High football team makes history
The Windsor High School football team made history in 2025, and its accomplishments went far beyond winning a state championship.Quarterback AJ Robinson, a member of the Class of 2026, was named Gatorade Player of the Year, becoming one of about 600 high school athletes nationwide to receive the honor.Head coach Quinn Fleeting said Robinsons success was part of a plan long in the making."I told him over the summer before his senior year we're going to break some records.
Baby goats go to Connecticut just in time for Christmas
BETHLEHEM, Conn. — Santa and his reindeer may be Christmas staples, but baby goats are quickly becoming holiday favorites at March Farm’s Sip, Shop and Shine event. Emily March with the farm invited Kristen Gill, owner of Got Your Goat, to bring her baby goats to the farm store as part of the festivities. “Goats just make everybody happy and it's going to make the event in and of itself that much cooler having these baby goats to hold,” March said.
Baby Goats go to Bethlehem just in time for Christmas
BETHLEHEM, Conn. — Santa and his reindeer may be Christmas staples, but baby goats are quickly becoming holiday favorites at March Farm’s Sip, Shop and Shine event. Emily March with the farm invited Kristen Gill, owner of Got Your Goat, to bring her baby goats to the farm store as part of the festivities. “Goats just make everybody happy and it's going to make the event in and of itself that much cooler having these baby goats to hold,” March said.
Connecticut anglers catch giant shark in Long Island Sound
HARTFORD, Conn. — When most people think of sharks, their minds go to deep-sea expeditions or the movie "Jaws." But for two Connecticut fishermen, it became a real-life experience on a small boat in Long Island Sound. Ed Lovely and Moe Giovanni, friends and experienced anglers, embarked on their first fishing trip together during the last week of July aboard Lovely’s 16 and a half-foot boat. Lovely had set out hoping to catch a shark, but neither he nor Giovanni expected what happened next.
Connecticut: Birth control used to reduce rodent populations
FAIRFIELD, Conn. — Birth control isn’t just a national conversation for humans — in Fairfield, it’s now a tool to manage the town’s rodent population. The Fairfield Department of Public Works, the town Conservation Department and local organizations are partnering on a pilot program. According to Ted Luchsinger, a Fairfield conservation commissioner, the program aims to phase out toxic rodent poisons in favor of a more natural approach.
Как нормально спать и быть продуктивным — Joe Monte на vc.ru
Life is hectic and busy these days, but it's important to remember that quality sleep can be key to our productivity and well-being. If you want to learn how to sleep well and be effective, you need to take into account a few simple but important habits. 0 показов 2 открытия 1. Establish a regular sleep schedule. Try to stick to the same bedtime and wake-up time every day, even on weekends. This will help your body adjust its internal sleep clock. 2. Create a comfortable environment.
Какой выбрать смартфон в 2023 году — Joe Monte на vc.ru
Ребят, подумываю о смене смартфона. Сейчас такой выбор, что голова идет кругом. Стоит ли переплачивать за флагманы? Или средний сегмент тоже неплох? Что насчет камеры, батареи и производительности? Какие бренды сейчас в тренде? Хочется не прогадать, потому что телефон планирую использовать пару лет минимум. 1 показ 4 открытия
Стриминговые сервисы: что выбрать? — Joe Monte на vc.ru
Подумываю о подписке на стриминговый сервис. Есть Netflix, Amazon, Disney+ и множество других. С одной стороны, хочется большой выбор фильмов и шоу, с другой — не переплатить. И ещё: какой сервис лучше для семейного просмотра? Не забывать и про интерфейс, ведь некоторые сервисы довольно неудобные. Какие у вас есть опыт и советы? 1 показ 3 открытия
Стоит ли вкладывать в криптовалюту — Joe Monte на vc.ru
Криптовалюта — ещё одна горячая тема. С одной стороны, можно заработать неплохие деньги, с другой — риски огромны. И как насчет налогов? Всё это нужно учитывать, и не ясно, стоит ли вообще входить в этот рынок без определенных знаний. Какие советы по этому поводу у вас есть? И стоит ли разнообразить портфель, вложив в несколько разных криптовалют? 1 показ 3 открытия
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