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Columbia plans November responder event and donation collection
Town announcements list a November 14 family event and November 21 Stuff-a-Cruiser and Stuff-a-Fire Truck collection.
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LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOConnecticutREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOConnecticut / Connecticut
Connecticut pheasant and small-game seasons open October 17
DEEP’s fall guidance also explains private-land permission rules and reminders for trail users.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOWillington / Local
CTDOT plans I-84 resurfacing through Ashford, Union and Willington
Design is targeted for November, with construction anticipated in spring 2027, subject to funding and approvals.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOEastern CT / Local
Railroad-crossing safety plan includes 19 Eastern Connecticut towns
CTDOT proposes clearer pavement lines, renewed signs and selective trimming; construction is anticipated in 2028.
SportsGENERIC FILE PHOTOMansfield / Sports
UConn beats Temple 34–20, enters bye week at 3–3
Trey Cornist rushed for 114 yards as the Huskies finished with 505 yards of offense in Philadelphia.
CourtsREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOConnecticut / Courts
UConn law students helped secure new trial in murder appeal
A new university account describes students’ work on an August Supreme Court ruling.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOMansfield / Local
UConn fellowship supports experimental cartilage-repair research
A laboratory project combines mRNA delivery and human cartilage-on-a-chip models.
SportsGENERIC FILE PHOTOMansfield / Sports
UConn study links limited neck mobility with pitching arm injuries
Researchers followed 126 college pitchers; the reported findings show an association.
LocalGENERIC AI ILLUSTRATIONEast Lyme / Local
East Lyme schedules hearing on proposed data-center ban and rezoning
Residents can comment October 15 on proposed zoning changes; neither proposal is an adopted decision.
LocalGENERIC AI ILLUSTRATIONColchester / Local
Colchester’s Norton Park redevelopment receives $1.7 million state grant
September funding announcement supports park development after cleanup of the former paper-mill site.
ConnecticutREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOConnecticut / Connecticut
Connecticut joins three-day regional highway enforcement campaign
Operation Wicked Safe runs October 13–15 across six Northeastern states, targeting dangerous driving.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOVernon / Local
Vernon receives $5,000 grant for Rockville welcome mural
Connecticut Main Street Center announced funding October 13 for public artwork at the Cornerstone Foundation on Route 74.
LocalGENERIC AI ILLUSTRATIONPlainfield / Local
Plainfield trash-to-energy petition withdrawn; October 22 hearing canceled
The Siting Council’s October 9 records close Petition 1719 and invalidate the scheduled hearing and associated deadlines.
CourtsGENERIC AI ILLUSTRATIONEastern CT / Courts
Local legal notices: Ledyard land hearing and Killingly bridge comments
October 13 roundup of selected upcoming public-notice dates, with original documents and participation details.
ConnecticutREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOConnecticut / Connecticut
Breeze announces New Haven–Myrtle Beach flights for May 2027
The October 13 announcement lists Wednesday and Saturday service starting May 26.
ConnecticutREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOConnecticut / Connecticut
Murphy outlines campaign travel and Connecticut rally plans
The senator described his October organizing plans in an October 12 CT Mirror interview.
ConnecticutREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOConnecticut / Connecticut
Parent-led walk highlights Connecticut special-education funding concerns
An October 12 report connects a Meriden fundraiser with broader staffing and funding pressures.
ConnecticutREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOConnecticut / Connecticut
Survey report highlights financial barriers to abortion care in Connecticut
Connecticut Public’s October 13 account describes respondents’ reported delays and related costs.
ConnecticutREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOConnecticut / Connecticut
Stop & Shop parent begins controlled system restart after cybersecurity disruption
Ahold Delhaize’s October 13 update says stores remain open while its investigation and system recovery continue.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOTolland / Local
Great Tolland Pumpkin fundraiser supports future firefighters
Today’s WFSB report connects the returning display with Tolland Explorers Post 40.
ConnecticutREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOConnecticut / Connecticut
Connecticut announces $12.7 million heating-assistance supplement
Today’s CEAP announcement includes application guidance and a legislative review period for the proposed funding.
EducationGENERIC FILE PHOTOMansfield / Education
UConn study examines how support reaches dementia caregivers
Researchers found that help offered to a spouse with dementia can also be experienced as support by their caregiver.
EducationGENERIC FILE PHOTOMansfield / Education
UConn researcher receives $3.5 million for immune-aging research
The five-year NIH project will test an experimental stem-cell approach; it is not an available treatment.
CourtsREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOGroton / Courts
Groton driver sentenced after fatal Fishtown Road crash, Hearst reports
Hearst reports an October 1 prison sentence in the 2024 crash. This court brief distinguishes that report from the original police allegations.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOColchester / Police & Fire
State raised reward in fatal Colchester hit-and-run to $25,000
A September 21 prosecutor’s notice increased the reward for information leading to arrest and conviction in the 2024 Route 2 case.
Arts & CultureGENERIC FILE PHOTOMansfield / Arts & Culture
Storrs forum to explore the craft behind stop-motion puppets
Ballard Institute’s free October 28 discussion features UConn alum Maggie Flanagan and moderator Allison Paul.
ConnecticutREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOConnecticut / Connecticut
State police seek dashcam footage after serious-injury I-95 crash in Darien
Troop G requests footage from motorists near the northbound service plaza between 6:40 and 6:50 a.m. Tuesday.
BusinessGENERIC AI ILLUSTRATIONWaterford / Business
Electric Boat could receive $25 million in Waterford redevelopment incentives
Reported tax benefits are conditional; they are not an immediate cash payment.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOTolland / Police & Fire
UConn coach faces charges tied to August Tolland crash
October reports cite state police allegations; court appearance scheduled for October 14.
EducationGENERIC FILE PHOTOWindham / Education
Windham schools receive $175,000 attendance-outreach grant
District’s October 5 report cites improving attendance and a new 60-day challenge; early-year figures remain preliminary.
BusinessREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOGroton / Business
Groton firm awarded nearly $50 million for Navy research and design
Applied Physical Sciences contract calls for Groton-based work through September 2030; $3 million was initially obligated.
CourtsREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOGroton / Courts
Former Groton housing director pleaded not guilty to federal fraud charges
September 24 federal announcement alleges misuse of Groton housing funds in a loan scheme.
CourtsREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOTolland / Courts
Diamantis received seven-year sentence in bribery case tied to Tolland school
September 30 sentencing included conduct involving Birch Grove Primary School; restitution remained unresolved.
CourtsREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOVernon / Courts
Vernon business owner admits $1.3 million health-care fraud
Jacqueline Pelphrey pleaded guilty October 6; federal prosecutors say December 29 sentencing is scheduled in Bridgeport.
Arts & CultureGENERIC FILE PHOTONorth Stonington / Arts & Culture
North Stonington plans Saturday light parade and Main Street block party
Frights & Lights begins at 4:30 p.m. October 17; the parade is scheduled to reach Main Street around 7:30 p.m.
LocalGENERIC AI ILLUSTRATIONPutnam / Local
Putnam district voters to consider $100,000 roof-funding transfer tonight
Special district meeting will consider using building reserves for the Church Street police/fire station roof.
EducationGENERIC FILE PHOTOPomfret / Education
Pomfret science classes examine environmental research through news
An October school report describes recurring presentations on environmental challenges and proposed solutions.
EducationGENERIC FILE PHOTOPomfret / Education
International criminal lawyer returns to Pomfret for student discussions
Alumnus Kip Hale discussed public-interest work and career exploration during the school’s visiting-alumnus program.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOChaplin / Local
Chaplin awarded $85,993 for Helen Garrison open-space project
State funding supports planning, construction, maintenance and amenities; the announcement does not set a completion date.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOWillington / Police & Fire
Willington senior-housing fire seriously injures resident
Several others were taken to hospitals after the October 9 fire; its cause remains under investigation.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOStafford / Police & Fire
Stafford driver faces nine charges after reported sidewalk incident
Patch’s October 9 account cites a state police report about an October 3 encounter near Town Hall.
EducationGENERIC FILE PHOTOTolland / Education
Regional teen leadership program plans October 27 start
Tolland Youth Services and partner agencies are offering a 12-week program, according to Patch.
LocalGENERIC AI ILLUSTRATIONLedyard / Local
Ledyard weighs separate planning and zoning boards
Tonight’s committee review will consider costs, staffing and how applications are handled.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOStonington / Local
Stonington seeks public input on 2027–28 capital requests
An October 15 hearing covers major equipment, facilities and infrastructure proposals.
BusinessREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOSomers / Business
Somers seeks a new use for former Village Players building
Proposals for the Mill Pond Park property are due October 21.
LocalGENERIC AI ILLUSTRATIONEllington / Local
Ellington considers one-year pause on data centers
Officials are reviewing farmland impacts, resource demand and future zoning rules.
BusinessREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOVernon / Business
Doro Marketplace signs lease for Vernon café location
Permit planning is underway at 212 Talcottville Road, Patch reports.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOVernon / Police & Fire
Vernon resident faces DUI and child-endangerment charges
South Windsor police reported an October 7 arrest; guilt has not been established.
LocalGENERIC AI ILLUSTRATIONColchester / Local
Colchester data-center concept draws opposition as formal review remains ahead
Town records show the Old Amston Road proposal is still at the preliminary stage. A zone-change application and public hearing would be required before approval.
ConnecticutREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOConnecticut / Connecticut
New Windsor Locks station opens Sunday with expanded Bradley Airport connection
Hartford Line and Amtrak service moves to 231 Main Street on October 18, alongside daily Route 24 airport buses.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTONorwich / Police & Fire
Norwich fire department plans free smoke-detector giveaway Saturday
East Great Plain volunteers plan to distribute 100 donated alarms October 17, while supplies last.
EducationGENERIC FILE PHOTOMansfield / Education
UConn receives $5 million for Storrs–Hartford workforce initiative
The five-year ASCEND project will connect career preparation, mentoring and community partnerships.
BusinessREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOMansfield / Business
UConn student prepares Ghana-made fashion venture with maternal-health goal
NeeVera grew through the university’s women-focused entrepreneurship program.
EducationGENERIC FILE PHOTOMansfield / Education
UConn seeks input on new budget model at Storrs town halls
The BLUE model is being tested alongside the current process before planned fiscal 2028 implementation.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTONew London / Police & Fire
Old Lyme driver accused of 95 mph in Gold Star Bridge construction zone
An October 7 report attributes the stop and charges to state police; an October 20 court date was scheduled.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOMansfield / Police & Fire
Mansfield investigation leads to explosive-material charges, state police reporting says
State police published a case page and redacted documents; October 8 reporting describes warrants and a bomb-squad response.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOLedyard / Police & Fire
Two vehicles stolen from Ledyard neighborhood recovered in New Haven
Police reporting describes an October 8 investigation in the Highlands neighborhood and GPS-assisted recovery.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTONorwich / Police & Fire
Norwich man faces charges after reported assault at school-bus stop
Police allegations concern an October 9 incident; October 13 court appearance was scheduled, with no outcome yet verified.
ConnecticutREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOConnecticut / Connecticut
Connecticut seeks court approval for three generic-drug settlements
The October 8 filing concerns Ascend, Citron and Mayne; court approval remains to be confirmed.
ConnecticutREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOConnecticut / Connecticut
Connecticut announces civil settlement over unlicensed cannabis distribution
An October 9 announcement describes payments and restrictions in the RZ Smoke enforcement case.
ConnecticutREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOConnecticut / Connecticut
Connecticut Medicaid share announced in Takeda false-claims settlement
The state’s October 9 release identifies $213,674 attributable to Connecticut’s Medicaid program.
CourtsREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOHebron / Courts
Hebron man receives suspended sentence after OUI jury verdict
An October 9 prosecutor’s release reports the Rockville verdict and sentence arising from a 2024 supermarket parking-lot crash.
ConnecticutREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOConnecticut / Connecticut
Trumbull man sentenced to two years in $3.5 million Amazon trucking fraud
Federal prosecutors report a 24-month prison sentence and restitution order after a wire-fraud plea.
ConnecticutREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOConnecticut / Connecticut
New Haven retrial ends in guilty verdict; December sentencing scheduled
Prosecutors report a new verdict after an earlier conviction was reversed over self-representation warnings.
ConnecticutREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOConnecticut / Connecticut
Hartford jury convicts man of trafficking and prostitution-promotion offenses
An October 8 state release reports seven guilty counts and a December 9 sentencing date.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTONew London / Police & Fire
New London police seek person seen leaving dog over shelter fence
The dog was found safe inside the Chester Street shelter grounds; investigators are asking the public to help identify the person recorded early Monday.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOMontville / Local
Montville hearing to consider 99-year PTA Lane lease and road relocation
The proposal covers roughly 1.81 acres and includes road construction, a $350,000 playscape contribution and school-boundary fencing.
BusinessREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOStonington / Business
Zest Cafe’s Stonington location schedules October 13 grand-opening celebration
Two local chambers list a ribbon cutting at 829 Stonington Road, with the ceremony scheduled for 1:45 p.m.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOEast Lyme / Local
East Lyme advances five-location speed-camera proposal for state review
A 5–1 selectmen vote moves the proposal forward; it does not mean camera enforcement has begun.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOWaterford / Local
Waterford rescuer adopts kitten saved after Gold Star Bridge fall
An October 12 report follows a summer rescue and the kitten’s adoption by Waterford resident Bobby Silva.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOWindham / Local
Eastern reports $1,100 and food donations from poverty-awareness marathon
The university’s October 8 report details support for a campus pantry and Willimantic’s Covenant Soup Kitchen following its October 2 event.
BusinessREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOPlainfield / Business
Uline continues hiring for Plainfield warehouse ahead of November target opening
The company’s current recruiting page lists warehouse, custodial, human-resources and mechanic roles as its new Connecticut facility prepares to open.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOWindham / Local
Day of Caring volunteers clean community sites and harvest food for local co-ops
Eastern reports more than 150 volunteers worked at over a dozen locations during the October 3 effort.
EducationGENERIC FILE PHOTOWindham / Education
Eastern accounting fair brings more than a dozen firms to campus
More than 100 students attended the university’s October 1 career event, Eastern reports.
SportsGENERIC FILE PHOTONew London / Sports
Unbeaten New London enters state football Top 10 after win over Fitch
The Whalers are 5–0 and ranked No. 10 in GameTimeCT’s October 12 poll after a 42–28 victory.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOEllington / Police & Fire
Ellington welcomes Tim Merrill as resident-trooper supervisor
The town identifies the veteran state trooper as its new resident sergeant.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOEllington / Local
Ellington hires Matt Evans as finance officer and treasurer
The town’s announcement describes a background in county financial planning and operating and capital budgets.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTONew London / Local
DHS reports targeted ICE arrest in New London; custody details remain undisclosed
NBC Connecticut reports that federal agents arrested a Peru native on October 9 after an alleged attempt to flee; the available account leaves several procedural questions unanswered.
LocalGENERIC AI ILLUSTRATIONAndover / Local
Andover’s Route 6–Route 87 signal replacement enters design, with construction projected for 2029
CTDOT plans a full replacement at the Jonathan Trumbull Highway intersection, including accessibility upgrades where applicable.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOEastford / Local
Eastford’s Ashford Road bridge replacement is projected to start in spring 2027
The $4.41 million plan would replace the 1937 bridge over Bigelow Brook, widen its hydraulic opening and raise the roadway.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOHampton / Police & Fire
Three arrested after reported Hampton home burglary and K-9 search
State police say troopers responding to a live-camera report found three people along the Air Line Trail on October 5.
ElectionsREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOSterling / Elections
Sterling ballot sets state and federal contests; early voting opens October 19
Sterling Town Hall is the town’s early-voting site before the November 3 state election.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOLebanon / Local
Lebanon sewer-use installment becomes delinquent after November 2
The town will not mail a second bill for the October installment, and late balances accrue statutory interest.
EducationGENERIC FILE PHOTOCanterbury / Education
Canterbury and other Eastern Connecticut districts receive math-tutoring grants
The October 5 state awards fund intensive support for grades 6–10.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOScotland / Local
Scotland’s bridge program includes two construction projects and $736,500 Kemp Road grant
The September town update describes environmental scheduling concerns and later bridge work.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOColumbia / Local
Columbia revaluation timetable puts new-value notices in December
Informal hearings precede February assessment appeals and July 2027 tax bills.
BusinessREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOUnion / Business
Union seeks winter plowing contractors; price proposals due November 3
The town’s 2026–27 packet requires equipped trucks, licensing documents and around-the-clock availability.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOUnion / Local
Union schedules October 29 Medicare information presentation
The town lists an upper-level Town Hall session with Senior Resources’ benefits-access director.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOLyme / Local
Lyme finance board agenda calls for audit and first-quarter reports tonight
The October 13 agenda also includes approval of the board’s 2027 meeting schedule.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOSomers / Local
Somers marriage applicants face new 48-hour waiting period
The clerk says the clock starts after both applicants complete their portions of the application.
SportsGENERIC FILE PHOTOMansfield / Sports
UConn men fall 2–1 to DePaul in Storrs
Grant Emerhi’s first collegiate goal cut the deficit, but the Huskies could not equalize.
SportsGENERIC FILE PHOTOMansfield / Sports
UConn women rally for 2–2 draw at Xavier
Anaya Johnson’s equalizer extended the Huskies’ unbeaten run to five games.
SportsGENERIC FILE PHOTOPomfret / Sports
Pomfret field hockey records back-to-back October wins
The school’s varsity results list a 5–1 win at Ethel Walker and an 8–1 home win over Mt. St. Charles.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOHebron / Local
Hebron selects Marc Strange as town manager under four-year contract
The September announcement lists a September 21 start and a $170,000 annual salary.
ElectionsREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOSomers / Elections
Somers lists November voting schedule and seeks trained poll workers
Early voting runs October 19–November 1, with extended hours on October 27 and 29.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTONorth Stonington / Local
North Stonington explains new marriage-license waiting period
The town’s notice directs couples to allow at least 48 hours after applying, plus office processing time.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOThompson / Local
Thompson Route 200 bridge replacement scheduled into November 2027
CTDOT’s $9.45 million contract covers the bridge over I-395, drainage and guiderails.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOKillingly / Local
Killingly bridge replacement proposal goes to October 15 public meeting
Residents can review the Wright Road project and submit comments through October 29.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOBrooklyn / Local
Brooklyn and Chaplin intersections included in Eastern Connecticut signal-upgrade plans
The design project also includes Groton and Killingly, with construction anticipated in fall 2028.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOPreston / Local
Preston Community Park improvement bids due October 21
The town’s design-build invitation requires prior attendance at the October 7 site walk.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOPreston / Police & Fire
Preston trooper renews vehicle-security reminder after reported break-ins
A September 24 town notice urges residents to lock vehicles, remove valuables and bring key fobs inside.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOHebron / Local
Hebron expects revaluation notices in November, with informal hearings to follow
The 2026 Grand List review precedes a new mill rate and July 2027 tax bills.
SportsGENERIC FILE PHOTOThompson / Sports
Hodgdon wins Thompson finale as Emerling takes Modified Tour championship
NASCAR’s October 10 recap confirms both the race winner and season champion.
SportsGENERIC FILE PHOTOStafford / Sports
Stafford crowns track champions as Flannery wins October 2 SK Modified feature
The speedway’s final Friday program also produced wins in four other divisions.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOBolton / Local
Route 6 eastbound resurfacing scheduled through October 20 in Bolton and Coventry
CTDOT lists overnight lane closures on a 2.59-mile stretch from near Notch Road to the Andover town line.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOSalem / Police & Fire
Three-vehicle crash prompted Route 85 closure in Salem on Monday
WFSB reported no injuries after a collision involving a utility pole; a current closure is not confirmed.
CourtsREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOKillingly / Courts
Killingly nonprofit director pleaded guilty in $775,000 theft case; December sentencing listed
The September 9 federal announcement describes losses at organizations in Windham and Middlefield.
CourtsREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOWindham / Courts
North Windham manufacturer paid $3.09 million to resolve PPP eligibility allegations
A September 25 federal announcement identifies United Abrasives in a group of civil False Claims Act settlements.
CourtsREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOWillington / Courts
Willington woman received 16 months to serve in third OUI case
An August 25 state release reports the sentence imposed after a Coventry crash and Rockville jury verdict.
CourtsREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOVernon / Courts
Vernon man pleaded guilty to sexual-assault and trafficking charges; October sentencing listed
The state’s August announcement lists an October 23 sentencing date in Rockville.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOVernon / Police & Fire
Vernon school-bus camera program moves from warnings to $250 fines
The town reported 362 validated violations during its first month; camera enforcement now carries a civil penalty.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOVernon / Local
Vernon West Street rumble-strip proposal goes to October 27 public meeting
CTDOT plans a virtual meeting on the Route 527 safety project; comments are due November 10.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOLedyard / Local
Ledyard Thanksgiving meal registration closes November 9
Social Services lists November 24 pickup at Gales Ferry Fire Company.
LocalGENERIC AI ILLUSTRATIONLedyard / Local
Ledyard schedules hearing on $150,000 former wellfield sale
The proposed farmland sale goes to public comment October 14, with a town-meeting vote scheduled October 28.
ElectionsREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOOld Lyme / Elections
Old Lyme ballot sets congressional and legislative choices; registration deadline is October 16
The official ballot places Old Lyme in Congressional District 2, Senate District 20 and House District 23. Early voting begins October 19 at Town Hall.
ElectionsREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOWoodstock / Elections
Woodstock sets November polling place and Town Hall early-voting location
Election Day voting is at Woodstock Middle School; early voting runs October 19–November 1 in Town Hall’s Meeting Room 1.
BusinessREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOEllington / Business
Ellington business-property declarations are due November 2; online filing closes a day earlier
Businesses with taxable personal property in town face a 25% assessment penalty for late or missing filings.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOStonington / Local
Wequetequock Cove testing intensifies Stonington debate over pollution sources and repairs
Community testing points to human wastewater, while state records confirm long-running impairment and the town says it is still narrowing the source.
ElectionsREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOBozrah / Elections
Bozrah sample ballot identifies November legislative and local candidates
The official sample lists congressional, state legislative, probate and registrar choices for Voting District 1.
ElectionsREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOCoventry / Elections
Coventry sample ballots list legislative races and two charter questions
Voting Districts 1 and 2 share the listed congressional and legislative districts; voters also face charter amendments.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOBozrah / Local
Bozrah seeks bids to turn town-owned Fitchville Road building into daycare
A mandatory walkthrough is October 14; bids open October 21 for the grant-funded project.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOBozrah / Police & Fire
Bozrah fire company offers household-information app for emergency planning
The free service lets residents share access, utility and household needs with responders before an emergency.
Arts & CultureGENERIC FILE PHOTOFranklin / Arts & Culture
Franklin’s Walktober challenge brings Revolutionary history onto the trail
Giddings Park and the Ashbel Woodward Museum grounds anchor an interactive local-history activity.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOFranklin / Police & Fire
Possible ATM theft in Franklin remains under investigation
State police responded to a Route 32 bank ATM October 9, Hearst reports.
ElectionsREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOLisbon / Elections
Lisbon names Newent Meeting House for November election and early voting
Both town districts vote at 12 South Burnham Highway; check the extended-hour notice with the clerk.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOLisbon / Local
Lisbon clerk explains new waiting period for marriage licenses
The town advises couples to arrange an in-office appointment at least a week before their ceremony.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOWindham / Police & Fire
Route 32 crash seriously injured Sprague driver after dump-truck rollover
Published reports describe a three-vehicle collision involving drivers from Sprague, Griswold and Willimantic.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTONew London / Police & Fire
New London shooting investigation remains open after man hospitalized
Police found an adult man with apparent gunshot wounds near Chappell Street and Griswold Court late October 8. No arrest, motive or current medical condition has been verified.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOWindham / Police & Fire
Troopers seek dark Dodge Ram after two dirt-bike riders injured in Windham
A pickup struck two riders from behind on Boston Post Road and continued toward Willimantic, according to reports citing Connecticut State Police.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOEast Lyme / Local
East Lyme shifts holiday trash pickup as Niantic River Boardwalk work continues
Monday routes moved into a double-pickup Tuesday, while the river boardwalk remains closed for re-decking. The Niantic Bay Boardwalk and Cini Park access remain open.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTONorwich / Police & Fire
Firefighters rescue driver after car enters brook on Norwich’s Montville Road
Crews stabilized the vehicle, removed a door and used a ladder to bring the driver out. Published accounts describe a multi-department response on October 10.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOPutnam / Police & Fire
Putnam hit-and-run: police seek white sedan after pedestrian seriously injured
Reports citing Putnam police describe a School Street crash, a possible Nissan and an appeal for witnesses. The vehicle identification remains tentative.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOWaterford / Police & Fire
New London man charged after alleged intentional collisions at Waterford Beach
WFSB and Patch describe an October 10 parking-lot incident and a $1 million bond. The alleged conduct and charges have not been adjudicated in this report.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOGroton / Police & Fire
Groton releases outside review of Reyes arrest; findings and criticism remain distinct
The town released an 87-page review clearing police of the investigated allegations. The report also identifies a statement-taking concern, while Reyes disputes its objectivity.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOAshford / Local
Church Farm partnership gives The Last Green Valley a new Ashford home
Eastern, its foundation and the regional heritage organization announced a partnership preserving the property’s education and conservation roles.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOColchester / Local
Route 2 pavement work proposed for Colchester–Marlborough in spring 2027
CTDOT’s October 5 plan covers both directions, ramps and potential off-peak detours. Construction timing depends on approvals, funding and permits.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOVoluntown / Local
Voluntown Route 49 bridge proposal: November 3 meeting and comment deadline
CTDOT is seeking feedback on a proposed $7 million Pachaug River crossing replacement, with construction tentatively planned for spring 2029.
SportsGENERIC FILE PHOTOMontville / Sports
UConn men face Syracuse at Mohegan Sun in October 13 exhibition
The scheduled 7 p.m. preseason game follows the women’s October 12 exhibition at the same arena. Exhibition results are separate from regular-season records.
CourtsREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOTolland / Courts
Electric Blue case: Denning sentencing scheduled in New Haven; plea included restitution
The October 13 court calendar lists a 2 p.m. hearing. The earlier guilty-plea agreement included $700,000 in restitution to federal agencies; no sentence is reported here.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTONew London / Police & Fire
New London seeks information after dog left over shelter fence overnight
Police accounts published October 12 describe security footage, the dog’s recovery and an appeal for witnesses near the Chester Street shelter.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOPutnam / Police & Fire
Groton driver charged after alleged 147-mph trip on I-395
State police describe a laser speed reading of approximately 147 mph, a stop in Danielson and a reckless-driving charge. The case is scheduled for arraignment October 21.
SportsGENERIC FILE PHOTOWindham / Sports
Eastern’s first women’s flag football team prepares for spring debut on new Mansfield field
The university is building a varsity program around a new turf facility as women’s flag football advances through the NCAA’s emerging-sport process.
ConnecticutREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOConnecticut / Connecticut
Tree-care crane exemption ended October 1: what Connecticut businesses need to check
DAS says covered tree-care crane operators now need state licensing and equipment registration. Businesses must review both the people operating cranes and the equipment being used.
EducationGENERIC FILE PHOTOWindham / Education
Eastern’s AI teaching initiative targets faculty training, curriculum and student ethics
The university’s 2026–27 institute participation is a planning effort spanning teaching, workforce skills and ethical use—not an announcement that new course rules are already in effect.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOWindham / Local
Windham early voting: two locations, extended hours and Election Day details
Early voting runs October 19–November 1 at Town Hall and Eastern’s library. Here is how the locations, hours and other voting options differ.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOEastern CT / Local
Morning briefing: October 12 reports and what is ahead
A short, source-linked recap for October 13, with yesterday’s report separated from upcoming dates.