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• Connecticut Lawmaker Could See Drunken Driving Charge Erased

  05-05-2023 23:30
  
  A Connecticut lawmaker arrested after a crash near the state Capitol could see her drunken driving charge erased from her record in a year if she completes a probation program that includes alcohol education or substance abuse treatment. Rep. Robin Comey, a Branford Democrat, appeared Friday in Hartford Superior Court, where a judge approved her application for the state’s impaired...
  
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• Owner of Rescued Bloomfield Dog Grateful for Efforts

  05-05-2023 22:31
  
  A sigh of relief for a Bloomfield dog owner. His golden retriever was rescued after being stuck in a pipe while out for a walk Wednesday. The owner now thanking firefighters and others for their help. “We’re not going near anymore culverts,” said owner David Lauretti. That’s where Zeke, the golden retriever, found himself Wednesday in Bloomfield by reservoir #3....
  
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• Police Officer Hit by Car While Man Flees Scene of Fight in Stamford: PD

  05-05-2023 22:05
  
  A Stamford police officer was hit by a car that was evading officers after a large fight at McDonald’s Friday afternoon. Stamford Police said they were called to Bedford Street after being alerted of an active fight by a McDonald’s employee at about 2:40 p.m. Two officers in the area entered the restaurant and found several people arguing and fighting,...
  
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• Roof Caves in on Abandoned Building as Crews Work to Put Out Multi-Alarm Blaze in Meriden

  05-05-2023 20:47
  
  Firefighters are working to put out a massive 6-alarm blaze at an abandoned building and nearby plate factory on Pratt Street in Meriden Friday night. Mayor Kevin Scarpati said the fire broke out at 167 Pratt St. at about 8 p.m. The building has been vacant for a long period of time, he said. Responding firefighters said heavy smoke was...
  
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• Roof Caves in on Abandoned Building as Crews Battle 5-Alarm Blaze in Meriden

  05-05-2023 20:47
  
  Firefighters are working to put out a massive blaze at an abandoned building and nearby plate factory on Pratt Street in Meriden. Mayor Kevin Scarpati said the fire broke out at 167 Pratt St. at about 8 p.m. The building has been vacant for a long period of time, he said. Responding firefighters said heavy smoke was showing and fire...
  
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• Firefighters Battle Large 4-Alarm Blaze in Meriden

  05-05-2023 20:47
  
  Meriden firefighters are working to put out a large blaze at a building on Pratt Street Friday night. Mayor Kevin Scarpati said the fire broke out at 167 Pratt St. The building is abandoned and has been vacant for a period of time, he said. Scarpati told NBC Connecticut that a person was rescued from the building. It’s unknown if...
  
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• Firefighters Battle 4-Alarm Blaze in Meriden

  05-05-2023 20:47
  
  Meriden firefighters are working to put out a large blaze at a building on Pratt Street Friday night. Several fire agencies are assisting. It’s unknown if there are any injuries. An NBC Connecticut crew is headed to the scene and will provide updates as they become available.
  
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• Newtown Police Increase Patrols After Minors Throw Rocks at Cars

  05-05-2023 19:15
  
  Newtown Police are stepping up patrols after three minors were caught throwing rocks at cars from an overpass. The police department said three minors were apprehended after trespassing on a railroad overpass and throwing rocks at traffic below. A car was damaged as a result. Police said the minors were issued juvenile court summons and released to their parents. No...
  
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• Excitement Building for First Coronation in 70 Years

  05-05-2023 18:59
  
  It’s been nearly three-quarters of a century since the United Kingdom has had an event like the one set for Saturday. After months of planning and up to an estimated $125 million spent, King Charles’ coronation is about to happen. It’s a tradition dating back centuries, with the most recent coronation happening 70 years ago when Queen Elizabeth II was...
  
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• Serious Injuries Reported in Crash That Shut Down Part of Route 16 in Colchester

  05-05-2023 18:03
  
  Connecticut State Police said serious injuries are being reported in an accident that happened on Route 16 in Colchester Friday evening. Troopers said they were called to the area at about 5 p.m. for a crash in the area of Bulkeley Hill Road. Serious injuries were reported and LifeStar is responding. State police are assisting with the investigation. Route 16...
  
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• Serious Injuries Reported in Crash on Route 16 in Colchester

  05-05-2023 18:03
  
  Connecticut State Police said serious injuries are being reported in an accident that happened on Route 16 in Colchester Friday evening. Troopers said they were called to the area at about 5 p.m. for a crash in the area of Bulkeley Hill Road. Serious injuries were reported and LifeStar is responding. State police are assisting with the investigation. Route 16...
  
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• Hiker That Went Missing on Appalachian Trail in Kent Found Other Hikers and Called Police: DEEP

  05-05-2023 17:29
  
  State police have found a hiker that went missing along the Appalachian Trail in Kent earlier this week. Authorities said 60-year-old Marta Renee Bowen, of Durham, North Carolina, went missing from her campsite on the trail. Her cell phone and hiking gear were left behind, according to state police. She had been missing since Wednesday morning and was found on...
  
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• Crews Locate Hiker That Went Missing on Appalachian Trail in Kent

  05-05-2023 17:29
  
  State police have found a hiker that went missing along the Appalachian Trail in Kent earlier this week. Authorities said 60-year-old Marta Renee Bowen, of Durham, North Carolina, went missing from her campsite on the trail. Her cell phone and hiking gear were left behind, according to state police. She had been missing since Wednesday morning and was found on...
  
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• UConn Students and Staff Prepare for 2023 Graduation

  05-05-2023 17:17
  
  Excitement has been a big theme at UConn Storrs with the Huskies’ fifth National NCAA title and now graduation. “It feels bittersweet,” said UConn senior Carlie Ritchie. As students gear up by getting out their caps and gowns, event staff are also preparing with 18 ceremonies planned this weekend. “So, there will be thousands of people here. There will be...
  
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• Police Look for Whoever Vandalized Soccer Fields in Derby

  05-05-2023 17:12
  
  The Derby Police Department is looking for whoever vandalized the soccer fields at Witek Memorial Park this week. A car appears to have driven over the soccer fields and left behind several skid marks. Police said the vandalism happened between Wednesday night and Thursday morning. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 203-735-7811.
  
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• Crash Causing Issues on Ramp from I-95 to I-91 in New Haven

  05-05-2023 14:30
  
  A dump truck has rolled over in New Haven and the ramp from Interstate 95 South to Interstate 91 North is closed. The exit 48 ramp from I-95 South to I-91 North is closed after a dump truck overturned, according to the state Department of Transportation. The Department of Transportation says a crash has also closed the right lane of...
  
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• Police Looking for Man Accused of Posing as Milford Fire Department Official

  05-05-2023 13:08
  
  Milford police are looking for a man who is accused of impersonating a Milford Fire Department official. Police said Michael Carrion, 57, impersonated a fire department official at Frosty Twist on Feb. 21 and they have a warrant for him. It is not clear when this case is connected to an investigation into someone posing as a fire inspector and...
  
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• Police Investigating Homicide on Congress Avenue in New Haven

  05-05-2023 11:26
  
  Police are investigating a homicide on Congress Avenue near Vernon Street in New Haven. Officers responded to the scene just after 6:30 a.m. Friday and found a man who had been shot. The victim was rushed to the hospital where he later died, police said. Police blocked off the area to collect evidence and interview potential witnesses. No additional information...
  
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• Police Identify Victim Shot to Death on New Haven Street

  05-05-2023 11:26
  
  Police are investigating a homicide on Vernon Street near Congress Avenue in New Haven. Officers responded to the scene just after 6:30 a.m. Friday and found a man who had been shot. The victim was rushed to the hospital where he later died, police said. They later identified the victim as 45-year-old Ji’Tu Garrett, of Meriden. According to police, it...
  
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• East Hartford Gas Station Offers Gas For $2.99 a Gallon

  05-05-2023 11:12
  
  A gas station in East Hartford is offering cheaper prices through Sunday. The RoadRunner Gas Station on Ellington Road has a gallon of regular unleaded for $2.99 cash or $3.05 credit/debit. That is more than 50 cents cheaper than the average in Connecticut on Friday. “I’m like ‘what? $2.99?’” said Marva Wilks, a driver from Windsor. “I work in Massachusetts....
  
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• Police, Fire Departments Warn of Scam Calls Seeking Donations for Plainville Hot Air Balloon Festival

  05-05-2023 11:01
  
  Plainville police and fire officials are warning residents that calls asking for donations for the hot air balloon festival are not legitimate. This is a scam, they said. Police posted on Facebook that neither the Plainville Fire Department nor the police department will call looking for donations for the balloon fest and they warn people not to give out any...
  
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• One Man Dead, Five Injured in Crash in Bloomfield

  05-05-2023 07:33
  
  A 23-year-old man is dead and five people have been injured in a crash in Bloomfield. Police said two vehicles that were heading north on Blue Hills Avenue and passing other drivers at fast speeds were involved in a collision at 5:16 a.m. Friday. A 2004 Subaru Legacy and a Volkswagen GTI Hatchback crashed between West Dudley Town Road and...
  
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• One Dead, Several Injured in Crash in Bloomfield

  05-05-2023 07:33
  
  One person is dead and several people have serious injuries after a crash in Bloomfield. Police said two vehicles collided at the intersection of Blue Hills Avenue and Dudley Town Road just before 5:30 a.m. Friday and several people were in one of the vehicles. Blue Hills Avenue is closed between Route 305 and West Dudley Town Road and police...
  
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• One Dead, Several Badly Injured in Crash in Bloomfield

  05-05-2023 07:33
  
  One person is dead and several people have serious injuries after a crash in Bloomfield. Police said two vehicles collided at the intersection of Blue Hills Avenue and Dudley Town Road just before 5:30 a.m. Friday and several people were in one of the vehicles. Blue Hills Avenue is closed between Route 305 and West Dudley Town Road and police...
  
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• One Dead, Five Injured in Crash in Bloomfield

  05-05-2023 07:33
  
  One person is dead and five people have been injured in a crash in Bloomfield. Police said two vehicles that were heading north on Blue Hills Avenue and passing other drivers at fast speeds were involved in a collision at 5:16 a.m. Friday. The crash happened between West Dudley Town Road and Old Windsor Road and both vehicles went off...
  
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• Crash Closes Part of Blue Hills Avenue in Bloomfield

  05-05-2023 07:33
  
  The intersection of Blue Hills Avenue and Dudley Town Road in Bloomfield is closed after a crash. It looks like two vehicles were involved. No additional information was immediately available.
  
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• Mix of Sun, Clouds; High Temp of 60 Friday 

  05-05-2023 07:04
  Friday will be a bit cool, with the high temperature getting to around 60 degrees and we will have a mix of sun and clouds. A few scattered showers will also form today. This weekend will be much brighter, better, warmer and pleasant. A shower is possible by Tuesday. Get the forecast at any time here.
  
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