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Opening Weekend: Lake Compounce, Quassy now open

The two amusement parks of Central Connecticut open this weekend marking a total of 294 years in business. For Lake Compounce in Bristol, it’s 178 years. For Quas… Read moreOpening Weekend: Lake Compounce, Quassy now open

GOP puts forth own state budget

BRISTOL — Local legislators joined state House Republicans in putting forth their own, alternative budget proposal Thursday, which they say will balance the 2024-… Read moreGOP puts forth own state budget

City motorcyclist arrested for reckless driving, evading cops

NEW BRITAIN – A New Britain motorcyclist was arrested Wednesday by state police for reckless driving and engaging police in a pursuit, among other charges. Read moreCity motorcyclist arrested for reckless driving, evading cops

Central to combat hunger with empty bowls fundraiser

NEW BRITAIN —Central Connecticut State University Ceramics and Management and Organization students will present Empty Bowls 2024 Thursday, May 2 at Smalley Eleme… Read moreCentral to combat hunger with empty bowls fundraiser

News

CCSU becomes state’s first JA higher ed partner

NEW BRITAIN —Central Connecticut State University and Junior Achievement of Southwest New England Inc. have signed an agreement that will allow local high school stude… Read moreCCSU becomes state’s first JA higher ed partner

Plainville teacher and students honored as ‘All Stars’ by board

PLAINVILLE — Plainville Community Schools honored a Toffolon Elementary School teacher and two Middle School of Plainville students with April’s “All Star” awards. Read morePlainville teacher and students honored as ‘All Stars’ by board

Pet of the Week: Persius

One-year-old Persius is a male American Pitbull/Terrier mix who is looking for a family with bully breed experience. This energetic boy has been with CHS since early J… Read morePet of the Week: Persius

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Opening Weekend: Lake Compounce, Quassy now open

The two amusement parks of Central Connecticut open this weekend marking a total of 294 years in business. For Lake Compounce in Bristol, it’s 178 years. For Quassy on…

GOP puts forth own state budget

BRISTOL — Local legislators joined state House Republicans in putting forth their own, alternative budget proposal Thursday, which they say will balance the 2024-2025 …

City motorcyclist arrested for reckless driving, evading cops

NEW BRITAIN – A New Britain motorcyclist was arrested Wednesday by state police for reckless driving and engaging police in a pursuit, among other charges.

Central to combat hunger with empty bowls fundraiser

NEW BRITAIN —Central Connecticut State University Ceramics and Management and Organization students will present Empty Bowls 2024 Thursday, May 2 at Smalley Elementary…

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Sports

RHAM’s losing streak continues with a loss to Southington

SOUTHINGTON — The RHAM Raptors traveled to the Southington Knights, looking to snap their three-game losing streak. Meanwhile, Southington was looking to finish the we… Read moreRHAM’s losing streak continues with a loss to Southington

Bristol Eastern girls lacrosse gets back on track with win over city-rival St. Paul

BRISTOL — The Bristol Eastern girls lacrosse team are the big dogs on campus so far this season as they hold bragging rights over Bristol Central and St. Paul this year. Read moreBristol Eastern girls lacrosse gets back on track with win over city-rival St. Paul

Bristol Eastern softball defeats Bristol Central for first time in five years

BRISTOL — The Bristol Eastern Lancers softball team struggled against the Plainville Blue Devils Wednesday evening and were faced with a tough challenge of turning thi… Read moreBristol Eastern softball defeats Bristol Central for first time in five years