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Connecticut Magazine put together a list of the state's best restaurants for outdoor dining — and a Simsbury eatery is included in it.
A Toyota Corolla found in a Wethersfield marsh is associated with a North Branford woman who has been missing since Friday, police said.
Southbury police had already been investigating the couple for shoplifting across the tri-state area at the time of their arrest, cops said.
Two Simsbury Volunteer Fire Company members have become lieutenants, and a third has completed the requirements for regular membership.
Hypnotist Yovanna Morè, who owns Mind's Eye Hypnosis in Simsbury, told Fox 61 her clientele has skyrocketed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The town is considering installing license plate readers in 13 intersections, and residents can share their thoughts at a hearing tonight.
The university publication's newest issue highlights Courtney Luker of Glastonbury, a biomedical engineering major who will graduate in May.
Bloom Bake Shop, a family-owned business that caters weddings and corporate events, hopes to open its bakery in June.
Officers found the woman entering the house through a back window while armed with a knife overnight Monday, police said.
K9 Drake, a German Shepherd, died of cancer complications over the weekend. The department honored him with a "final ride."
The initiative, which Newington is part of, will identify children affected by violence and abuse and provide them with info and resources.
The state Department of Transportation is weighing several projects designed to lessen traffic in the region, the Hartford Courant reported.
The annual award recognizes a group of distinguished high school seniors nationwide — and a Mansfield student has been nominated for it.
The annual award recognizes a group of distinguished high school seniors nationwide — and a Berlin student has been nominated for it.
The annual award recognizes a group of distinguished high school seniors nationwide — and two Avon students were nominated for it.
The annual award recognizes a group of distinguished high school seniors nationwide — and three East Lyme students were nominated for it.
Creative Experiences' Peter Pan Players, a group that performs at Glastonbury elementary schools each year, is casting for its latest show.
The free summer program is designed to expose children to "hands-on methods and techniques" of law enforcement, police said.
Carolyn Almquist has been missing since Dec. 24, 2021. A photo of her is unavailable, but officials said she has blonde hair and brown eyes.
Firefighters prevented the home from being destroyed. No injuries were reported and a cat was rescued.
