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Candlewood Lake Authority honors four people for saving swimmers at Chicken Rock
A “tragedy at Chicken Rock was averted” on Aug. 15 “throughout the swift and courageous actions” of the four people who helped three young men in “severe distress" as they swam from their boat to Chicken Rock, according to a news release from the CLA, Among the four rescuers were George Nanos along with Hannah Welling, 15, Jaden Vazquez, 14, and Keen Cercy, 14. The ceremony to recognize the four individuals was held Oct.
Candlewood Lake Authority honors four people for saving swimmers at Chicken Rock
The Candlewood Lake Authority honored three teens and one adult for their efforts in saving three swimmers' lives at Chicken Rock this past summer. Pictured here from left are state Rep. Patrick Callahan, Keen Cercy, Jaden Vazquez, Hannah Welling, George Nanos, Sherman First Selectman Don Lowe and CLA Marine Patrol Chief Nick Mellas.
Candlewood Lake Authority honors four people for saving swimmers at Chicken Rock
The Candlewood Lake Authority honored three teens and one adult for their efforts in saving three swimmers' lives at Chicken Rock this past summer. Pictured here from left are state Rep. Patrick Callahan, Keen Cercy, Jaden Vazquez, Hannah Welling, George Nanos, Sherman First Selectman Don Lowe and CLA Marine Patrol Chief Nick Mellas.
University of New Haven hosts campus memorial honoring hockey captain, senior killed in I-91 crash
The University of New Haven hosted a campus memorial for the university community on Oct. 27 to pay tribute to Ryan O'Shea (pictured here), a senior killed in a head-on crash on Oct. 16. Lily Anderson/Courtesy of the University of New Haven WEST HAVEN — University of New Haven students and staff paid tribute to Ryan O’Shea, the senior killed in a head-on crash on Oct. 16, at the campus memorial held in O’Shea’s honor Tuesday afternoon.
Family and friends mourn loss of 17-year-old killed in Hartford shooting
HARTFORD — Recalling her “beautiful personality” and soft-spoken nature, Stephannie Pagan said her 17-year-old daughter was “definitely trying to open up avenues” for herself before she was killed in a shooting in Hartford Tuesday. “She wasn’t perfect – nobody’s perfect – but she was striving,” Pagan said of her daughter, Ty-Leeyah Jamison. “Hartford was not something I anticipated I’d have to come to and have to lose my child. ...
Tony Award-winning actress Anika Noni Rose returns to CT hometown for children’s book signing
BLOOMFIELD — A Disney princess recently returned to her hometown of Bloomfield for a signing event celebrating her new children’s book.
Connecticut man killed in Killingly crash was 'a one-of-a-kind presence,' family says
KILLINGLY — Family members of Darren McClellan Jr. remembered the 48-year-old for his knack of bringing his own energy into every room, “whether he was sharing laughter at a family gathering, listening to his favorite music or simply being himself.” McClellan, of Groton, was killed in a head-on collision Oct. 20 on Main Street in Killingly, police said.
NY woman wins more than $1M with slot jackpot at Mohegan Sun
UNCASVILLE — A New York woman hit the jackpot during a recent visit to Mohegan Sun, winning more than $1 million on a popular slot game. “Ady R.” from Lake Peekskill, N.Y., visited Mohegan Son Oct. 15 with her sister and won $1,025,913.22 on the Dragon Link slot by Aristocrat Gaming, Mohegan Sun officials said in a news release.
Cheshire family raises $36K after sudden death of 21-year-old college student Original
CHESHIRE — An online fundraiser has been launched for the family of Jordan Chymbor, the 21-year-old Cheshire resident who died recently following a sudden medical emergency. A 2023 Cheshire High School graduate, Jordan Chymbor was in her final semester at the University of South Carolina where she was pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in neuroscience, according to her obituary.
University of New Haven to honor student killed in wrong-way crash with campus memorial Original
A campus memorial has been scheduled for 3 p.m. on Oct. 27 to give the University of New Haven community a chance to mourn Ryan O'Shea, a senior who died Oct. 16 in a head-on crash on Interstate 91 in North Haven. Lily Anderson/Courtesy of the University of New Haven A campus memorial has been scheduled for 3 p.m. on Oct. 27 to give the University of New Haven community a chance to mourn Ryan O'Shea, a senior who died Oct. 16 in a head-on crash on Interstate 91 in North Haven.
Monroe man killed in tractor accident had 'willingness to help anyone in need' Original
Three candles in the darkness in a stock image. fhm/Getty Images MONROE — Between running his own venture, Brad’s Odd Jobs, and recently joining the Easton Department of Public Works, Bradford Deicke, killed in an accident at his Monroe home Oct. 13, was known for his “incredible work ethic,” his obituary said. Police Lt. Kevin McKellick said officers were dispatched to Deicke’s home on Pine Tree Road around 10:55 a.m. Oct.
Cheshire community ‘heartbroken’ by death of 21-year-old former softball player Original
CHESHIRE — Jordan Chymbor was in her final semester at the University of South Carolina pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in neuroscience when her life was cut short at the age of 21, according to her obituary. “Our Ram softball family is heartbroken by the loss of our former player and teammate Jordan Chymbor,” the Cheshire High School Rams Softball team said in a post on social media.
Guilford teacher, best friend eliminated on episode 4 of ‘The Amazing Race’ Original
A Guilford social studies teacher and her best friend recently were eliminated from “The Amazing Race” following an intense foot race through Morocco in the show’s fourth episode. Jody Rebhun of Branford and Jennifer Naso of Larchmont, N.Y., came in 11th place during a foot race to the Leg 3 Pit Stop mat in Morocco. They were bested by grandfather-grandson duo Doug Matter, 73, and Dylan Matter, 19, of San Diego, Calif., who placed 10th at the Pit Stop.
CT animal rights group offering reward after 3 kittens thrown from moving car
NORTH STONINGTON — A Connecticut animal advocacy group is offering a $5,000 reward for information after it says three kittens were thrown from a moving vehicle in North Stonington. “At approximately 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 17, someone in a white Hyundai Elantra threw three kittens out of the car and into a farm driveway on Rocky Hollow Road in North Stonington,” Desmond’s Army Animal Law Advocates said Wednesday in a social media post. “The car was heading toward the fire department. ...
Three teens, adult to be honored for saving swimmers at Candlewood Lake Original
SHERMAN — Come Saturday morning, the Candlewood Lake Authority, alongside state and local officials, will recognize four people who saved three lives at Chicken Rock this past summer. “On Saturday morning, August 15, tragedy at Chicken Rock was averted through the swift and courageous actions of three young teenagers and one adult,” Candlewood Lake Authority said in a recent news release.
University of New Haven student killed in wrong-way crash was ‘a beautiful spirit,’ sister says
University of New Haven senior Ryan O'Shea, 21, was on “the final stretch with his academic and athletic career” when he was killed in a wrong-way crash on Interstate 91 in North Haven Oct. 16, according to his sister, Katherine O'Shea. Courtesy of Katherine O'Shea University of New Haven senior Ryan O'Shea, 21, was on “the final stretch with his academic and athletic career” when he was killed in a wrong-way crash on Interstate 91 in North Haven Oct. 16, according to his sister, Katherine O'Shea.
West Haven woman who died in house fire had 'a smile that could light up a room'
A West Haven fire vehicle in a file photo. Annette “Cookie” Pettersen died Oct. 11 at Bridgeport Hospital at the age of 82, according to her obituary. She had sustained serious to critical injuries in house fire in the 100 block of Malcolm Road on Oct. 10, said West Haven Fire Department – Allingtown Chief Michael Terenzio.
More than $28K raised to honor University of New Haven student killed in wrong-way crash
An online fundraiser has been set up to create two memorial scholarship funds in honor of Ryan O’Shea, the University of New Haven student killed last week in a wrong-way crash. Lily Anderson/Courtesy of the University of New Haven An online fundraiser has been set up to create two memorial scholarship funds in honor of Ryan O’Shea, the University of New Haven student killed last week in a wrong-way crash.
More than $2,200 raised for family of Bridgeport man killed in road-rage shooting
A file photo of Bridgeport police vehicles. Bridgeport police say officers are investigating after Nelson Manuel Batista, 48, was shot and killed at the intersection of Park Avenue and Cottage Street on Oct. 12. Arnold Gold/Hearst Connecticut Media “Nelson was a loving father, brother, cousin and friend whose presence brought laughter, music, and joy to those around him,” the GoFundMe page states.
Fundraiser set up for family of Pa. motorcyclist killed in Darien hit-and-run crash Original
DARIEN — An online fundraiser has been launched to support the family of the Pennsylvania motorcyclist killed a hit-and-run on Interstate 95 in Darien last week. Connecticut State Police identified the motorcyclist as Alexander Adrian Rivera, 56, of Tobyhanna, Pa. Police said Rivera was declared dead at the scene.
Connecticut traffic anchor announces birth of daughter: ‘My answered prayer’
For the last seven years, Caitlin Francis has kept viewers up to date on the latest traffic reports as an anchor and traffic reporter for the WFSB Morning Team. As of this week, she has welcomed a new family member. “My answered prayer,” Francis wrote Monday in a Facebook post. “I’m so proud to introduce my daughter, Gianna. Words can’t describe this blessing … she is truly awesome!” The post had received more than 5,000 reactions and more than 1,800 comments as of Tuesday morning.
Services set for Connecticut 18-year-old killed in targeted shooting
NEW LONDON — A celebration of life will be held Thursday in honor of Richard Rowell Jr., the 18-year-old New London resident killed last week in a what police say was a targeted shooting on Garfield Avenue. Officers were called to a parking lot on the 150 block of Garfield Avenue just after noon Oct. 14 for a report of shots fired with a gunshot victim still at the location, New London Police Chief Brian Wright said in a news release.
‘An unimaginable void’: University of New Haven hockey captain, 21, killed in wrong-way I-91 crash
The University of New Haven's men's hockey team has paid tribute to senior captain Ryan O'Shea, who was killed Friday in a wrong-way crash on I-91. Lily Anderson/Courtesy of the University of New Haven The University of New Haven's men's hockey team has paid tribute to senior captain Ryan O'Shea, who was killed Friday in a wrong-way crash on I-91.
‘Stand By Me’ turns 40: Foxwoods to host screening and reunion with original stars Original
Viewers who were touched by the 1986 coming-of-age drama “Stand By Me” will have the chance to experience the film on the big screen once more and hear from the stars themselves. “Some stories don’t fade with time — they grow deeper,” Foxwoods Resort Casino said in a recent news release.
83-year-old West Haven woman who died after house fire ‘always made you feel special,’ friends say
A West Haven fire vehicle in a file photo. A woman died after being pulled from a house fire in West Haven Oct. 10, 2026, West Haven Fire-Allingtown Fire Chief Michael Terenzio said. Arnold Gold/Hearst Connecticut Media WEST HAVEN — Friends of Annette Pettersen remember the 83-year-old West Haven woman for her generosity “with her time, talent and love.” “She was one of the kindest people that you will ever meet,” said Mary Ann Curtis, of Miami, Fla. “She always made you feel special.
Cause of death confirmed for University of New Haven student killed in wrong-way crash Original
A Connecticut State Police vehicle in a file photo. A 21-year-old University of New Haven student died in a multivehicle crash on I-91 in North Haven late Friday, state police said. Courtesy of Connecticut State Police NEW HAVEN —The cause of death of a 21-year-old University of New Haven student who was killed in a head-on crash late Friday on Interstate 91 in North Haven has been confirmed.
From dissecting whales to shaping ‘Whalefall’: Meet the former CT scientist behind the story’s realism
Comparative anatomist Joy Reidenberg, a former Norwalk resident, advised author Daniel Kraus and the film crew on the whale anatomy featured in “Whalefall.” Courtesy of Joy Reidenberg NORWALK — Diving into the expanse of her career as a comparative anatomist, Joy Reidenberg said she’s “always amazed at how nature has solved the problem of living in a difficult environment.” “We call them adaptations, and I think there is such an amazing array in the animal world,” Reidenberg, a former Norwalk...
From dissecting whales to shaping ‘Whalefall’: Meet the former CT scientist behind the story’s realism
2 days ago It’s also profoundly sad and beautiful. But damn, isn’t nature terrifying? Let us agree up top that scary doesn’t always mean spooky. While 2026 has been an unusually strong year for horror cinema, all it takes is a fucked-up situation, and little hope of getting out of it, for fear to bubble to the …
From dissecting whales to shaping ‘Whalefall’: Meet the former CT scientist behind the story’s realism
Comparative anatomist Joy Reidenberg, a former Norwalk resident, advised author Daniel Kraus and the film crew on the whale anatomy featured in “Whalefall.” Courtesy of Joy Reidenberg NORWALK — Diving into the expanse of her career as a comparative anatomist, Joy Reidenberg said she’s “always amazed at how nature has solved the problem of living in a difficult environment.” “We call them adaptations, and I think there is such an amazing array in the animal world,” Reidenberg, a former Norwalk...
From dissecting whales to shaping ‘Whalefall’: Meet the former CT scientist behind the story’s realism
Comparative anatomist Joy Reidenberg, a former Norwalk resident, advised author Daniel Kraus and the film crew on the whale anatomy featured in “Whalefall.” Courtesy of Joy Reidenberg NORWALK — Diving into the expanse of her career as a comparative anatomist, Joy Reidenberg said she’s “always amazed at how nature has solved the problem of living in a difficult environment.” “We call them adaptations, and I think there is such an amazing array in the animal world,” Reidenberg, a former Norwalk...
From dissecting whales to shaping ‘Whalefall’: Meet the former CT scientist behind the story’s realism
Comparative anatomist Joy Reidenberg, a former Norwalk resident, advised author Daniel Kraus and the film crew on the whale anatomy featured in “Whalefall.” Courtesy of Joy Reidenberg NORWALK — Diving into the expanse of her career as a comparative anatomist, Joy Reidenberg said she’s “always amazed at how nature has solved the problem of living in a difficult environment.” “We call them adaptations, and I think there is such an amazing array in the animal world,” Reidenberg, a former Norwalk...
From dissecting whales to shaping ‘Whalefall’: Meet the former CT scientist behind the story’s realism
Comparative anatomist Joy Reidenberg, a former Norwalk resident, advised author Daniel Kraus and the film crew on the whale anatomy featured in “Whalefall.” Courtesy of Joy Reidenberg NORWALK — Diving into the expanse of her career as a comparative anatomist, Joy Reidenberg said she’s “always amazed at how nature has solved the problem of living in a difficult environment.” “We call them adaptations, and I think there is such an amazing array in the animal world,” Reidenberg, a former Norwalk...
From dissecting whales to shaping ‘Whalefall’: Meet the former CT scientist behind the story’s realism
Comparative anatomist Joy Reidenberg, a former Norwalk resident, advised author Daniel Kraus and the film crew on the whale anatomy featured in “Whalefall.” Courtesy of Joy Reidenberg NORWALK — Diving into the expanse of her career as a comparative anatomist, Joy Reidenberg said she’s “always amazed at how nature has solved the problem of living in a difficult environment.” “We call them adaptations, and I think there is such an amazing array in the animal world,” Reidenberg, a former Norwalk...
From dissecting whales to shaping ‘Whalefall’: Meet the former CT scientist behind the story’s realism
Comparative anatomist Joy Reidenberg, a former Norwalk resident, advised author Daniel Kraus and the film crew on the whale anatomy featured in “Whalefall.” Courtesy of Joy Reidenberg NORWALK — Diving into the expanse of her career as a comparative anatomist, Joy Reidenberg said she’s “always amazed at how nature has solved the problem of living in a difficult environment.” “We call them adaptations, and I think there is such an amazing array in the animal world,” Reidenberg, a former Norwalk...
New London 18-year-old killed in shooting was 'very easygoing spirit' Original
NEW LONDON — Family members of an 18-year-old New London man who was killed in a targeted shooting Wednesday remembered him as “a very easygoing spirit.” Officers were called to a parking lot on the 150 block of Garfield Avenue just after noon Wednesday for a report of shots fired with a gunshot victim still at the location. Arriving officers located Richard Rowell Jr. suffering from gunshot wounds inside a vehicle, New London Police Chief Brian Wright said in a news release.
Connecticut remembers Darik and the Funbags frontman and musician Darik Pearson
Darik Pearson, right, playing with Connecticut group Darik and the Funbags. Pearson died Tuesday at the age of 54 following a yearslong battle with stage 4 prostate cancer. Courtesy of Darik Pearson Darik Pearson, right, with his family. Pearson died Tuesday at the age of 54 following a yearslong battle with stage 4 prostate cancer. Courtesy of Darik Pearson Darik Pearson of the Connecticut group Darik and the Funbags.
Connecticut remembers Darik and the Funbags frontman and musician Darik Pearson
Darik Pearson, right, playing with Connecticut group Darik and the Funbags. Pearson died Tuesday at the age of 54 following a yearslong battle with stage 4 prostate cancer. Courtesy of Darik Pearson Darik Pearson, right, with his family. Pearson died Tuesday at the age of 54 following a yearslong battle with stage 4 prostate cancer. Courtesy of Darik Pearson Darik Pearson of the Connecticut group Darik and the Funbags.
Connecticut remembers Darik and the Funbags frontman and musician Darik Pearson
Darik Pearson, right, playing with Connecticut group Darik and the Funbags. Pearson died Tuesday at the age of 54 following a yearslong battle with stage 4 prostate cancer. Courtesy of Darik Pearson Darik Pearson, right, with his family. Pearson died Tuesday at the age of 54 following a yearslong battle with stage 4 prostate cancer. Courtesy of Darik Pearson Darik Pearson of the Connecticut group Darik and the Funbags.
Pa. man killed in Darien hit-run crash on I-95 died of blunt force trauma, officials say
Connecticut State Police identified the motorcyclist as Alexander Adrian Rivera, 56, of Tobyhanna, Pa. Rivera was declared dead at the scene, police said. The cause of Rivera’s death has been listed as “blunt force trauma of head and torso,” according to the state Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
Cause of death confirmed for West Haven woman, 83, killed in Malcolm Road fire
A West Haven fire vehicle in a file photo. A woman died after being pulled from a house fire in West Haven Oct. 10, 2026, West Haven Fire-Allingtown Fire Chief Michael Terenzio said. Arnold Gold/Hearst Connecticut Media WEST HAVEN — The cause of death of an elderly West Haven woman who died early Sunday following a fatal house fire the day before has been confirmed.
Cause of death confirmed for West Haven woman, 83, killed in Malcolm Road fire
A West Haven fire vehicle in a file photo. A woman died after being pulled from a house fire in West Haven Oct. 10, 2026, West Haven Fire-Allingtown Fire Chief Michael Terenzio said. Arnold Gold/Hearst Connecticut Media Annette Pettersen’s death was linked to “complications of smoke inhalation and thermal injuries with other significant conditions of hypertensive and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease and obesity,” according to the state Office of Chief Medical Examiner.
Cause of death confirmed for West Haven woman, 83, killed in Malcolm Road fire
A West Haven fire vehicle in a file photo. A woman died after being pulled from a house fire in West Haven Oct. 10, 2026, West Haven Fire-Allingtown Fire Chief Michael Terenzio said. Arnold Gold/Hearst Connecticut Media WEST HAVEN — The cause of death of an elderly West Haven woman who died early Sunday following a fatal house fire the day before has been confirmed.
Cause of death confirmed for West Haven woman, 83, killed in Malcolm Road fire
A West Haven fire vehicle in a file photo. A woman died after being pulled from a house fire in West Haven Oct. 10, 2026, West Haven Fire-Allingtown Fire Chief Michael Terenzio said. Arnold Gold/Hearst Connecticut Media WEST HAVEN — The cause of death of an elderly West Haven woman who died early Sunday following a fatal house fire the day before has been confirmed.
Cause of death confirmed for West Haven woman, 83, killed in Malcolm Road fire
A West Haven fire vehicle in a file photo. A woman died after being pulled from a house fire in West Haven Oct. 10, 2026, West Haven Fire-Allingtown Fire Chief Michael Terenzio said. Arnold Gold/Hearst Connecticut Media WEST HAVEN — The cause of death of an elderly West Haven woman who died early Sunday following a fatal house fire the day before has been confirmed.
Cause of death confirmed for West Haven woman, 83, killed in Malcolm Road fire
A West Haven fire vehicle in a file photo. A woman died after being pulled from a house fire in West Haven Oct. 10, 2026, West Haven Fire-Allingtown Fire Chief Michael Terenzio said. Arnold Gold/Hearst Connecticut Media WEST HAVEN — The cause of death of an elderly West Haven woman who died early Sunday following a fatal house fire the day before has been confirmed.
New Milford’s Scarrybrooke Park Haunted Trail returns for its 13th year. Here’s what to know
NEW MILFORD — New Milford’s Harrybrooke Park has announced the return of its annual Scarrybrooke Park Haunted Trail for its 13th year of providing scares and haunted scenes. Recognized as Connecticut’s longest haunted trail, the trail will wind through 48 acres of the park’s trails, woods, wetlands and riverside terrain, according to a news release.
CT lawmaker calls for more violence prevention after fatal shooting of 18-year-old in New London
NEW LONDON — A Connecticut official reacted to the death of an 18-year-old New London resident who was killed in a targeted shooting on Garfield Avenue Wednesday afternoon. “My heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to his family, friends and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time,” said state Rep. Anthony Nolan, D-New London, on social media. “There is no place for gun violence or violence of any kind in our community.
Connecticut Paul McCartney impersonator got a new heart. Now he's back on stage.
Kaitlin Keane Updated Thu, October 15, 2026 at 5:00 AM EDT 5 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Add Yahoo on Google Connecticut Paul McCartney impersonator got a new heart. Now he's back on stage. MIDDLEFIELD - At first glance, Mike Miller bears an uncanny resemblance to Sir Paul McCartney.
A heart transplant nearly ended his career. Now this CT Paul McCartney impersonator is singing again
After a heart transplant, Middlefield vocalist Mike Miller is working to regain his strength through rehabilitation at Gaylord Specialty Healthcare. Footage by Dave Zajac / Hearst CT Media #hearttransplant #connecticut #cthealth H John Voorhees III, Hearst Connecticut Media MIDDLEFIELD — At first glance, Mike Miller bears an uncanny resemblance to Sir Paul McCartney.
Mystic Holiday Light Show returns Nov. 20 with more than a mile of lights Original
NORTH STONINGTON — The Mystic Holiday Light Show will return to Mystic KOA next month to bring holiday magic to families for the show’s third season. From the comfort of their cars, guests are invited to enjoy an immersive drive-through experience featuring more than a mile of dazzling lights and larger-than-life holiday displays synchronized to festive music. The show will run on select nights from Nov. 20 through Dec. 31 at the Mystic KOA at 118 Pendleton Hill Road in North Stonington.
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