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Man charged with threatening UConn leaders

STORRS — A Simsbury man is facing several charges for sending threatening messages to the UConn Office of the President. Read moreMan charged with threatening UConn leaders

Trump pleads not guilty to 34 charges; admonished by judge

NEW YORK — A judge has warned former President Donald Trump to refrain from rhetoric that could inflame or cause civil unrest. Read moreTrump pleads not guilty to 34 charges; admonished by judge

UConn emerges victorious after March Madness full of upsets

The Cinderellas certainly had their moments in this March Madness. More than a few, actually. In the end, it was a familiar face that won the NCAA Tournament. No.… Read moreUConn emerges victorious after March Madness full of upsets

UConn receives record number of applications

STORRS — The University of Connecticut have received a record number of undergraduate applications this year. Read moreUConn receives record number of applications

‘Our Farm Bill’: Roundtable discussion with state, local leaders talks agriculture

WINDHAM — According to Connecticut Commissioner of Agriculture Bryan Hurlburt, farms throughout the United States grossed the most money in history from 2021-22. Read more‘Our Farm Bill’: Roundtable discussion with state, local leaders talks agriculture

Students can tackle world’s energy issues

Eversource and other utility companies are once again encouraging students all over the state to help tackle the world’s energy issues. Read moreStudents can tackle world’s energy issues

State officials want to reduce healthcare costs for residents

State officials have proposed several pieces of legislation to reduce healthcare costs for state residents. Read moreState officials want to reduce healthcare costs for residents

UConn president issues call to action

STORRS — Following Gov. Ned Lamont’s biennial budget address Wednesday afternoon, University of Connecticut President Radenka Maric issued a call to action for all UConn students and employees on all campuses who are state residents.

The Last Green Valley helped by National Heritage Act

The newly signed National Heritage Area Act will help The Last Green Valley continue its relationship with the National Park Service.

Grant applications being sought

WILLIMANTIC — Grant applications are being sought from businesses, non-profits and municipalities within the Eastern Regional Tourism District (ERTD)

Eversource tree-trimming project to begin

BERLIN – A $74 million tree-trimming project is set to take place statewide beginning this year.

Identity of deceased UConn student released

STORRS — The identity of the University of Connecticut student who died in the North Campus Residence Hall complex on the Storrs campus Jan. 26 has been revealed.

Amid national teacher shortage, UConn School of Education boosts enrollment

STORRS MANSFIELD — In an effort to combat the state and nationwide teacher shortage, the University of Connecticut’s Neag School of Education has increased enrollment and expanded its program locations.

Name of new Coventry restaurant stirs controversy

COVENTRY — The name of a new restaurant in Coventry has sparked controversy among residents in the “The Coventry CT Citizen’s Open Forum” Facebook group, prompting articles to be written in major news outlets such as The Washington Post and T…

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UConn live mascot on the road to recovery

STORRS MANSFIELD — Jonathan XIV, the University of Connecticut’s live husky mascot, is on the road to recovery following a medical procedure on Jan. 19 at Fenton River Veterinary Hospital.

UConn student found unresponsive in dorm, later pronounced deceased

STORRS MANSFIELD — A University of Connecticut student was pronounced deceased Thursday afternoon in what is believed to have been caused by a medical emergency.

Sharon man, former UConn student arrested for risk of injury to a minor

TORRINGTON — A Sharon man and former University of Connecticut student was arrested Tuesday morning for risk of injury to a minor.

Willington man arrested for theft of pickup truck

VERNON — A Willington man was arrested Tuesday evening for allegedly stealing a pickup truck.

Input sought for trail signage and wayfinding

The Hop River Trail Alliance is seeking public comment in regards to the purchase and installation of signage along the entirety of the Hop River State Park and Rockville Spur trails.

Fire at Whitney House still under investigation

STORRS — As of Monday morning, the fire that did significant damage to the historic Whitney House on Friday was still under investigation, according to University of Connecticut Fire Marshal Steve Garvin.

Courtney secures funding for Lebanon SCADD facility

LEBANON — Congressman Joe Courtney (D-CT 2nd District) met with leadership from the Southeastern Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (SCADD) on Friday to discuss the new community project request funding he secured for them in the…

Fire damages historic structure on UConn campus

STORRS — Fire crews from the University of Connecticut and several other agencies responded to a massive fire at the historic Whitney House on Route 195 Friday.

New leader at Eastern CT Workforce

There is a new person at the helm of the Eastern CT Workforce Investment Board. Hamden resident Michael Nogelo took over in December, replacing former president/CEO Mark Hill.

Connecticut second-worst to start a business

The personal finance website WalletHub released its report Tuesday on 2023’s Best and Worst States to Start a Business, as around 20 percent of new businesses fail within one year and inflation rates are rising, making operating a business mo…

COVID-19 cases on the rise in Connecticut

COVID-19 cases are on the rise in Connecticut, according to data provided by Gov. Ned Lamont Thursday.

$5 million in upgrades for Terry Court

WILLIMANTIC - During a press conference in Willimantic Friday, Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz said there is a significant need for affordable housing in Eastern Connecticut, referring to several large employers in the region, including the Universi…

COVID cases on the rise in area, state

COVID-19 cases are on the rise in Connecticut, according to data provided by Gov. Ned Lamont.

Lamont outlines vision for state at event

Gov. Ned Lamont outlined his vision for the state in the coming year at Council of Small Towns (COST)’s 2023 Connecticut Town Meeting Wednesday.