Enfield News

Submitted by Sarah Melnitsky on 2009-11-04.   Ronald McDonald House Charities of Connecticut and Western Massachusetts awarded over $10,000 to two Enfield organizations that help children.

Government Announcements Submitted by Chris Casey on 2009-11-04.   Enfield residents are urged to clean out their closets and come on down to "Clothing for a Cause," a special drive being held as part of Connecticut Recycles Day on Sunday, Nov.

A state Department of Social Services worker will be available once a week at the Mary Lou Strom Primary Care Center on North Main Street to help residents who may be eligible to apply for state or federal aid programs.

Submitted by Celeste Estvanik on 2009-11-04.   The Valley Repertory Co. will hold auditions for its LabWorks 15-Minute "New Play Contest" on Sunday, Dec.

The holiday charity drives are here, and so are the scam artists trying to take advantage of the goodwill.

Submitted by Alan K. Tracy on 2009-11-05.   Magic Minit Car Wash, www.magicminit.com is celebrating Veterans Day by having a free car wash on Wednesday, Nov.

School Stuff Submitted by Maripat Finigan on 2009-11-05.   Educational Resources for Children is pleased to announce the school year opening of JFK After School - -a program of activities for middle school students.

Health Notes Submitted by Chris Casey, Chris Casey Concepts, on 2009-11-05.   Able Care Pharmacy & Medical Supplies is helping to save lives by hosting a bone marrow donor Drive on Wednesday, November 11, from 1 to 7 p.m. Children are the group most widely affected by leukemia and other diseases related to bone marrow, and a transplant may be ...

STR Holdings Inc. shares climbed modestly after the solar products company launched its initial public offering but priced below expectations on the New York Stock Exchange.

Biz Buzz Submitted by Chris Casey, Chris Casey Concepts for LuLu's Restaurant, on 2009-11-05.   Chris Casey LuLu, center with scissors, cuts the ribbon signifying the opening of LuLu's. North Central Connecticut Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Larry Tracey, NCCCC President Ed Palomba, Enfield Mayor Scott Kaupin, owners Marvin Farhad and ...

There's a new player in the dollar store arena. Five Below , a small New England chain with stores in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, has opened its first Connecticut location.

Submitted by Maripat Finigan on 2009-11-04.   ERfC is pleased to announce the opening of an innovative program that offers students the chance to participate in project based learning.

If it were up to students, Democrats would have won the majorities on the town council and the school board.

Submitted by Michael Helechu on 2009-11-04.   Michael W. Helechu Peter Bellico, front row, second from right, an Enfield resident who is 101 years old, was guest of honor when Enfield Elks Lodge 2222 celebrated Italian Night on Oct.

Boy Scout Breakfast Fundraiser Clubs & Organizations Submitted by Shirleen Peabody on 2009-11-02.   Boy Scout Troop 888 invites all to a scrumptious fundraiser breakfast on Sunday, Nov.8, from 8 to 10:30 a.m. at the Elks Lodge 2222, 138 North Maple St., Enfield.

Submitted by Carol Mennella on 2009-11-03.   Town of Enfield Public Works Department wishes to remind Enfield residents that due to the upcoming Holiday , Wednesday, Nov.

Raccoons may look cute, but don't get too close. A young girl in Enfield learned the hard way.

The town's animal control officer is reminding dog and cat owners to vaccinate their pets against rabies, especially since there have been four cases of rabid animals in Enfield since Sept.

The Webster Bank in Scitico Plaza, 561 Hazard Ave., was robbed at about 3:10 Thursday afternoon, police said.

Barbara Thrall Hambach was born on April 30, 1921, the oldest daughter of Wallace and Lillian Thrall of Briar Knoll Farm in Vernon.