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Simsbury family honors lost brother by bringing others together
For the Johnson family, Thanksgiving is for turkey, Black Friday is for shopping and the Saturday after Thanksgiving is about honoring and remembering their son and brother, Connor.
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Simsbury family honors lost brother by bringing others together
For the Johnson family, Thanksgiving is for turkey, Black Friday is for shopping and the Saturday after Thanksgiving is about honoring and remembering their son and brother, Connor. “Saturday, get out there with friends and family and walk and talk about the things that matters, more deep and meaningful conversations,” said Emily West, Connor’s sister. Back in 2016, West lost…
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Simsbury bans smoking cannabis on public property
The town of Simsbury has banned the smoking of cannabis products on public property. The decision was made Monday night, after a unanimous vote by the town’s Board of Selectmen. This decision is a compromise. Originally, it was proposed that all types of smoking, including tobacco, would be banned on most parcels of public property. But after hearing what...
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Town of Simsbury bans cannabis use on public property
A proposed ordinance banning smoking in public places has passed. It will specifically prohibit cannabis smoking.
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Simsbury voters reject retail cannabis businesses in town
Voters in Simsbury have rejected a question on the ballot asking residents if they think retail cannabis locations should be allowed in town. The ballot question read “Shall the sale of recreational marijuana be allowed in the Town of Simsbury?” That question was rejected by a vote of 3,379 to 2,817 on Election Day. “I was very pleased, this is…
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Proposed ordinance in Simsbury would ban smoking on public property
There are discussions underway in Simsbury to prohibit people from smoking on public property owned by the town.
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Proposed ordinance in Simsbury to ban smoking on public property
There are discussions underway in Simsbury to prohibit people from smoking on public property owned by the town. “I think it’s a good proposal,” Tiffany McPherson said. “That is overarching, that is too much of a ban,” Richard Clark said. The Board of Selectmen met Monday night to set a public hearing date on an ordinance that would ban...
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CT LIVE!: Craving Preservation
Event with great food and history on October 17 in Simsbury.
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Old Drake Hill Flower Bridge in Simsbury to temporarily close for renovations
A popular landmark in Simsbury is temporarily closing later this month. The Old Drake Flower Bridge is getting a new face lift. As the town prepares to renovate the bridge on October 16, the flowers that are usually there have been removed. The town said it is meant to address the long term maintenance of the bridge. The person in…
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Police ID man that died after being hit by car in Simsbury
A man died after being hit by a car in Simsbury on Thursday and an investigation is now underway. Simsbury police said 70-year-old Ramijlal Shrivastava died after being struck around 9:45 a.m. on Hopmeadow Street at the intersection of Iron Horse Boulevard/Owens Brook Boulevard. When officers arrived, they found Shrivastava lying in the road. He was taken to St....
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CT LIVE!: Mike DelGuidice Concert to Benefit Favarh
Go to Favarh.org/concert for more information about the concert on September 8th at Simsbury Meadows Performing Arts Center.
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CT LIVE!: Taste in Simsbury
Get your tickets for the August 24th event now at ShopSimsbury.com.
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CT LIVE!: Rosedale Farms & Vineyards
Sample the wine, take home fresh produce, or enjoy a chef-to-farm dinner. Go to Rosedale1920.com for more information.
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Man follows alleged thief through two towns after his mother's car was stolen: Police
Police in Simsbury are updating people on a potential crime that was committed – and are issuing a reminder to the public on what not to do when they think a crime has occurred. On Thursday just before 2:00 a.m., the Simsbury Police Department says they received a call from someone who claimed that his mother’s car was stolen. Police…
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Simsbury Hockey Player's Memory Skates on in Scholarship
This time of the year, it’s hard to miss celebrating high school seniors, excited for their next steps – many of them going on to college with the help of a community scholarship.
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Simsbury hockey player's memory skates on in scholarship
This time of the year, it’s hard to miss celebrating high school seniors, excited for their next steps – many of them going on to college with the help of a community scholarship. As they gave out those awards this spring at Simsbury High School, there was a new one added to the list: the Abigail Harris Memorial Hockey Scholarship….
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Simsbury Police Warn Students and Community of Dangers of ‘Water Wars'
This time of year, high school seniors may play what’s called Water Wars. It’s a game that’s been around for decades. The goal is to avoid being hit with water and be the last one standing. Megan Griffin remembers playing the game when she was at Granby High School in 2012. “It was hectic. It was very hectic. You...
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Simsbury Police Warn Students About Dangers of ‘Water Wars'
It’s a game that’s been around for decades. The goal is to avoid being hit with water and be the last one standing.
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Police Warn of Coyotes Attacking Dogs in Simsbury
Simsbury police have received reports of coyotes attacking dogs in town and they are urging people to be careful while walking in the town of Simsbury conservation area, whether or not they have pets.