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Interstate 95 in Stonington has reopened following a deadly crash that closed the highway for several hours Sunday evening. The CT Department of Transportation said both sides of the highway were closed between exits 91 and 90 for a 4-car crash. Troopers are investigating the motor vehicle accident. One person was pronounced dead at the scene, according to troopers. Officials…

One of the most common questions Tiffany Shultz says she hears at work is, “this is really vegan?” Shultz owns Dutch’s, a 100% vegan bakery located in the Pawcatuck section of Stonington. She specializes in vegan junk food: burgers, breakfast sandwiches, cupcakes, ice cream, cookies. All of the items are made without any animal products. She launched her business in…

A Stonington baker is trying to help change perceptions of plant-based food.

Some parents in Stonington say the hybrid model of learning is not cutting it for their children, raising concerns that a lack of in-person learning is causing problems for students. “Their moods at the dinner table are remarkably different,” said Kate Wagner. Wagner and her husband, Peter, have two children who attend schools in Stonington. They have been in a…

Some parents in Stonington say the hybrid model of learning is not cutting it for their children, raising concerns that a lack of in-person learning is causing problems for students.

With new, more contagious variants of the coronavirus circulating, health experts are adjusting their recommendations for face masks. NBC News medical correspondent Dr. John Torres joined LX News to explain why you should make sure your face mask is well-fitted and double up.

The halls at Stonington High School were empty Thursday, but the discussion in the digital classroom was vibrant. “Just the shock…like, I can’t believe this is happening right now,” said Rachel Fretard, a sophomore at Stonington High School, reacting to the riot at the US Capitol Wednesday. “It is something important and something that we will remember,” added Molly...

A man in Pawcatuck was burned while setting up a camp fire in his backyard. The incident happened on Johnson Street at approximately 3:55 p.m. The man’s pants caught on fire and he was transported by Lifestar. He is conscious and alert, according to police. A neighbor pulling into their driveway ran to help him, officials said. The landing...

Registrars of Voters offices across the state were open for extended hours on Tuesday, anticipating the last-minute push to register to vote before Election Day. The deadline for pre-election registration in Connecticut is Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 11:59 p.m. If voters miss the deadline, their only option will be same day registration on Nov. 3. “There has been a steady…

Interstate 95 North was closed in Stonington because of a vehicle fire, but traffic is getting by. The fire was in the area of exits 90 and 91.

More than 300 thousand people in Connecticut have already returned their absentee ballots for the general election. While Connecticut residents are able to drop their ballots in a box or mail them this year, there will still be the option to vote in person. Polling locations will look different. People will notice more space for social distancing, masks, and more…

In September of 2001, Joshua Piver was 23 years old. He had just moved to Brooklyn with a group of friends and landed a job working in Manhattan. On September 11, 2001, he started his day like so many other people across the country. “He just got up and went to work,” said Erika Piver, Josh’s older sister. Josh was…

The town of Stonington is working hard to make sure the legacy of Joshua Piver, who lost his life on September 11, 2001, lives on.

Students will return to Stonington High School next week for the first time since March, facing changes in scheduling, safety, and curriculum. Students are returning to school in a hybrid model. Tuesday will be day one. In addition to a drastically different schedule, students will be faced with social distancing requirements throughout the building. Masks are mandatory. Water fountains will…

A mosquito trapped in Connecticut has tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis for the first time this season.

Stonington police are encouraged the public to take precautions when mailing any checks after reports of check fraud they believe are tied to stolen mail. Police said citizens have reported mailing checks out that never reach their intended destinations. Instead, the information from the checks is being used to create fraudulent checks for different amounts, then the culprits attempt to…

The two suspects accused of a racist attack against a Mystic hotel worker on June 26 were taken into custody and have been released after posting bond, according to Stonington police. Philip Sarner and Emily Orbay were arrested in Brooklyn, New York by the New York Police Department and the United States Marshals Service early on Monday, police said. They…

Police have released booking photos of two suspects in an attack on a hotel worker in Mystic. They were released after posting bond.

Dozens of people gathered outside the Stonington Police Department to show support for Crystal Caldwell, a Mystic hotel worker who was assaulted while working on June 26.