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The city of Meriden is trying to find an alternative to panhandling. You may see this in your own community – people asking for money at busy street corners or intersections. But now, signs around the state are asking drivers to help in other ways. In Meriden, a new sign at the intersection of Broad and East Main says, “Say…

At the intersection of Broad and East Main streets in Meriden, there’s a new sign advising drivers to say no to panhandling and to help in other ways.

A simple act of kindness made a big difference for one woman on the road.

A simple act of kindness made a big difference for one woman on the road.

A Meriden family’s doorbell camera captured a sweet moment between their toddler and a UPS driver. The family says they want to recognize that driver’s kindness.

A Meriden family’s doorbell camera captured a sweet moment between their toddler and a UPS driver. The family says they want to recognize that driver’s kindness. A warm embrace while delivering packages. UPS driver Frank Sims reunited with 2-year-old Owen May during his route through Meriden. “To bring joy and love in this world nowadays is what the children...

Meriden police have arrested a man accused of rear-ending a police cruiser and damaging construction equipment Wednesday night. Authorities said a private construction job was underway on Lewis Avenue between Columbia Street and the Meriden Mall exit. A car slammed into the back of a parked police car that had its emergency lights on at about 10 p.m. The police…

A UPS driver went above and beyond in Meriden and the video will warm your heart.

Lillian May, of Meriden, shared doorbell camera video that captured the UPS driver’s interaction with her son. She said she wanted to recognize Frank for his all of his kindness.

Parents are demanding action amid concerns including reported bullying in Meriden schools. They want a meeting with the district superintendent Dr. Mark Benigni, but so far, that is not happening.

Parents are demanding action amid concerns including reported bullying in Meriden schools. They want a meeting with the district superintendent Dr. Mark Benigni, but so far, that is not happening. Before a candlelight vigil outside, families gathered and marched inside hoping to send a silent message at a meeting of the Board of Education. “This is about contributing to the…

The kitchens and dining rooms are empty at Boston Market locations across Connecticut after the chain was served eviction notices and faces lawsuits for unpaid rent. According to court filings, the company hasn’t paid rent at multiple restaurants in the state, including in East Haven, East Hartford, Meriden, West Hartford and Wilton. On Monday, a steady stream of people...

A man has been arrested after allegedly hitting his neighbor with a metal pipe and threatening them with a knife in Meriden Friday night, police said. Authorities said the incident happened around 3 p.m. in a common hallway at 71 Pleasant St. A man who lived at the residence threatened his neighbor and then struck them with a metal pipe,…

As Thanksgiving approaches, so does the day when many Christmas tree farms in our state open for business. At Kogut’s Hemlock Hill Tree Farm in Meriden, Kathy Kogut said she’s been fielding calls for weeks from eager Christmas tree lovers. “People have been calling since the end of October asking if they can come and get a tree and...

Police say the incident took place Monday around 10:30 P.M. on West Main Street.

Police are investigating after two people allegedly shot at a driver during an attempted robbery at a bank in Meriden on Sunday. Authorities said they were called to ION Bank on West Main Street at 10:25 p.m. for the attempted armed robbery. A person reported that two individuals with guns tried to rob them while using the drive-up ATM. A…

Injuries have been reported after a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 91 North in Meriden on Sunday. State police said troopers responded to a crash at the exit 19 entrance ramp around 1:25 p.m. The crash closed the highway between exits 18 and 20, according to the State Dept. of Transportation. The area has since reopened. Troopers said possible non-life threatening…

One person has serious injuries after getting partially trapped during a rollover crash in Meriden on Friday night. Dispatchers received multiple 911 calls about a rollover crash with injuries on Windsor Avenue around 7:30 p.m. When police arrived, they said they found a 2006 Chrysler 300 on its passenger side with one person partially trapped under the vehicle. Emergency crews…

Officers found Timothy Coon sleeping on the floor of a common area in his apartment building before he told police he had lost his keys.