Madison News

A 24-year-old New Haven women was sentenced on Wednesday to three years in prison for distributing crack cocaine , the U.S. Attorney's Office said.

Ever since Jill Scott burst onto the scene in 2000 with her multi-platinum debut disc, "Who Is Jill Scott?", the globe-trotting, three-time Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter/actress and poet from North Philadelphia has scored triumphs ranging from more chart-busting albums to acclaimed dramatic roles on both TV and film.

Israel's Tzofim Friendship Caravan recently visited The Watermark at East Hill retirement community in Southbury .

Saint Stanislaus School in Meriden will enter into an innovative teaching partnership with Talcott Mountain Science Center , forming a math and science academy within the school, for all of its students in grades kindergarten through eighth.

Don Mattingly arrived at Yankee Stadium with his visiting team and was greeted by a group of cheering Yankees fans.

HAI Group, a leading provider of niche insurance programs and value-added services for the public and affordable housing community, has announced they adopted a wish for Xavier, a 12-year old Connecticut resident.

When Sharon Flannery of West Hartford opened her door one morning last week to let her Irish Terrier Maggie back in, there was a 200-pound black bear chasing behind.

TBBCF needs volunteers for two leadership positions to support the 2013 Walk Across Southeastern CT that takes place on October 5. Both positions must be available on Walk day.

The Ninth Annual Lake George Festival of Bands, held at Lake George New York, features community bands from throughout New England and Canada.

Hundreds of members of the American Coaster Enthusiasts from across the nation were at Quassy Amusement Park in Middlebury , Saturday, June 15, in the morning to ride "Wooden Warrior," the park's marquee attraction.

New York Yankees first baseman Mark Teixeira is headed back to the disabled list, general manager Brian Cashman said Monday.

David Byrne and St. Vincent will perform at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at Shubert Theater , 247 College St., New Haven .

In 1962, Herk Harvey was a Lawrence, Kansas-based director of educational and industrial films.

The Cubs went for their first sweep in New York since 1991, with Matt Garza facing the Mets in the series finale Sunday.

With an eye on the health needs of our aging population, MidState Medical Center has launched a new initiative to build a senior-friendly emergency department called Senior Care Emergency Services.

Hamden has been selected to receive comprehensive energy services through the launch of 'Energize Hamden,' a limited-time opportunity for residents that runs from June 1 through September 30, as part of the Energize Connecticut initiative.

Cubs pitcher Scott Feldman admitted he "did not know what I was doing" when making a headfirst slide into third base during the fourth inning of Saturday's 5-2 win over the Mets at Citi Field.

It is a PowerPoint presentation by a college baseball coach to entice top players to choose college baseball.

Edwin Jackson pitched six innings of one-run baseball and the Chicago Cubs defeated the New York Mets, 6-3, in the opener of a three-game series at Citi Field.

Police are searching for a suspect who allegedly exposed himself to female victims in three separate incidents over the past two months.