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Southington boy fundraises for athletic equipment by cleaning up bottles and cans
A Southington boy has found a way to clean up the Earth and help fellow athletes buy sports equipment – all at the same time. He explains how his little sister was his inspiration for it all.
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Street takeover planned for Southington canceled: police
Southington police said Friday that they would increase their presence on Spring Street Friday after learning of plans for a “street takeover.” Later in the evening, police said they located the organizer of the event and he agreed to cancel it. Police said they received information about a car event that is neither sponsored nor condoned by area businesses that…
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‘Plate It Forward Southington' helps combat food insecurity
An idea to pay it forward is helping food insecure people in Southington. Plate It Forward Southington started one year ago and since then, 2,277 meals were given. “It’s surreal. It’s mind blowing. It is a testament to the type of community that we can be,” Gary Brummett, the founder of Plate It Forward Southington, said. Brummett initially brought...
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Burglars crashed into Southington smoke shop: police
Burglars used a vehicle to smash their way into a smoke shop in Southington early Monday morning, stole merchandise and left a lot of damage behind, according to police. It happened at the Land Smoke Shop & Convenience at 722 West St. in Southington around 4:20 a.m. Police said officers responded after a burglar alarm went off and they found…
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Access to THC-infused drinks sparks concern in Southington
Under Connecticut state law, the sale of THC-infused drinks is legal. Some are worried about the lack of age restrictions for some of the products. “You don’t know who’s going to get what and who’s going to get a hold of what, so you just have to be careful,” Dori Mora, of Bristol, said. Right now, certain THC-infused seltzers...
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Firefighters issue reminder about why it's important to clear snow, ice from your vehicle
Firefighters are issuing a reminder about why it’s important to clear ice and snow from your vehicle after a snow storm. If you leave frozen snow and ice on your vehicle, fire officials said it can fly off while you are driving. The flying snow and ice can cause accidents and injuries to other people on the road. On...
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‘Like Groundhog Day': Southington building owner frustrated after five crashes in seven years
A business owner in Southington is fed up after multiple drivers have crashed into her building on West Main Street in recent years. She said there have been five crashes in seven years, and luckily no one has been killed, but she fears for the day someone will be. “A building can be fixed,” said Cheryl Moran. “But if someone…
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Southington business owner frustrated by repeated vehicle crashes into building
In the past seven years, the same location has witnessed five crashes. The building owner urges the town to implement a permanent solution before a serious injury occurs.
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Norwalk police officer charged in connection to fatal April 2023 crash on I-84 in Southington
A Norwalk police officer has been arrested in connection with an April 2023 fatal accident on I-84 East in Southington. Sgt. Shannon Sherry turned himself into state police on Thursday, according to Norwalk Police Chief James Walsh. Sherry was driving on I-84 East on April 19 when his Tesla veered into another lane and hit a pickup truck. The pickup…
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Folks enjoy snow day in Southington
People in Southington enjoyed a day in the snow with sledding and snowball fights on Tuesday.
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Restaurants, students prepare Super Bowl party meals for game day
Super Bowl Sunday is here! It’s an exciting time for football fans and a busy day for businesses that make our game day favorites. Woody’s Wings in New Haven has game day down to a science. “Take them, put them in a bowl. Grab the sauce right here. You don’t really need too much,” said Woody Lacey, as he...
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Woody's Wings in New Haven works hard to fill orders ahead of the Super Bowl
Woody’s Wings in New Haven is hard at work to make sure people have one of their favorite foods for the Super Bowl.
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Minor injured, another minor sought after crashing stolen vehicle in Southington
One minor is injured and another minor is being sought by police after the stolen vehicle both were reportedly in rolled over and crashed into a utility pole in Southington early Saturday morning. Southington Flock Cameras alerted officers to a stolen vehicle traveling north on Old Turnpike Road into Southington from Cheshire around 3:15 a.m. As the vehicle continued traveling…
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Police look for man accused of exposing himself inside Walmart in Southington
Police are on the lookout for a man accused of exposing himself to two women inside a Walmart in Southington on Friday. Southington Police are currently trying to locate and ID a man seen on surveillance footage. The individual, believed to be between 20 to 30 years old, is a person of interest in this ongoing investigation. The incident happened…
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Southington school community mourns assistant girls' basketball coach after sudden passing
Southington’s assistant girls’ basketball coach, Bill Queen, passed away suddenly and the school will be providing support for the students and staff as they begin to grieve. They also plan to postpone the game against South Windsor that was scheduled for Thursday night.
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Southington school community mourns assistant girls' basketball coach after sudden passing
Southington’s assistant girls’ basketball coach, Bill Queen, passed away suddenly and the school will be providing support for the students and staff as they begin to grieve. They also plan to postpone the game against South Windsor that was scheduled for Thursday night.
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Southington school community mourns assistant girls' basketball coach after sudden passing
Southington’s assistant girls’ basketball coach, Bill Queen, passed away suddenly and the school will be providing support for the students and staff as they begin to grieve. They also plan to postpone the game against South Windsor that was scheduled for Thursday night. “It is with profound sadness that I share the heartbreaking news of the sudden passing...
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Southington firefighters concerned about staffing levels and safety
Southington firefighters and their supporters pushed for changes they say will improve safety. They’re concerned that at times, the number of people going out on a truck for a call can be too low and potentially dangerous.
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Southington firefighters concerned about staffing levels and safety
Southington firefighters and their supporters pushed for changes they say will improve safety. They’re concerned that at times, the number of people going out on a truck for a call can be too low and potentially dangerous. On Monday, firefighters turned up the heat as contract negotiations drag on with the town, and it could soon be headed to...
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Skiers and snowboarders embrace the snow and bitter cold at Mount Southington
As another inch of snow fell across the state, skiers and snowboarders were excited to spend Friday at Mount Southington, even in 20-degree temperatures. “It’s a beautiful day. I mean, where else would I be? I haven’t skied in probably 20 years. I have a partial knee replacement. I’m excited about it. I’m in shape for it. My brother’s...