Windsor News Archives

School Stuff Submitted by Sonya Adams on 2009-10-29.   Kingswood-Oxford School sophomore Mary Shimkus of West Hartford tied for fourth place individual speaker at the Parliamentary Novice Debate Tournament at St.

The last remaining single-family dwelling on the town green faces demolition unless some way can be found to save the badly deteriorated structure.

Before John Lomax III allegedly stabbed UConn football player Jasper Howard to death outside a dance at the UConn Student Union on Oct.

Religious Life Submitted by Paula Wetzel on 2009-10-27.   Poquonock Community Church has appointed Leslie Stansfield, of Windsor Locks, as its Director of Christian Education.

Submitted by Paula M. Pierce on 2009-10-26.   On the first Thursday of each month from 5-7 p.m. or longer, Windsor retail shops, restaurants and attractions offer deals, entertainment and special events for the public.

Submitted by Mike Salvatore on 2009-10-22.   Is South Windsor haunted? That question will be explored in a Nov.

Yankees infielders Robinson Cano, left, Alex Rodriguez , Mark Teixeira, right, and Derek Jeter celebrate their 5-2 victory over the Angels in Game 6 of the American League Championship Series at Yankee Stadium on Sunday night that clinched a berth in the World Series.

People Submitted by Deborah Rothstein on 2009-10-20.   The Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Hartford recently elected four new trustees at its annual board meeting in September: Lisa Fishman, Blanche S. Goldenberg, Theodore N. Kaplan and Jessica P. Zachs.

Submitted by Mike Salvatore on 2009-10-22.   William N. Hosley, museum consultant, writer, and educator will give a slide talk about the architecture of Connecticut churches,7 p.m., Oct.29, at the Warehouse Point Library, 107 Main St.

Submitted by Lisa Poutre on 2009-10-22.   Please join the South Windsor Chamber of Commerce and fellow citizens of our community as we celebrate the Grand Opening of Eastern Connecticut Healthcare Network's new Breast Care Collaborative and Ribbon Cutting ceremony which will be taking place at 2800 Tamarack Drive in South Windsor.

Clubs & Organizations Submitted by Jennifer Browne on 2009-10-21.   On Saturday, Nov.

A new arrest warrant says a Connecticut woman suspected of robbing six banks in three states last month had returned to using cocaine and marijuana and was unemployed before the crimes.

More than 100 firefighters have been battling a blaze that has destroyed several tobacco curing sheds in Windsor Locks .

DEAR ABBY: I was thrilled to read "Sober in Scottsdale's" letter about drinking.

They're among the lucky few, John, Fred and Dave Arnold. There's a good supply of crisp broadleaf tobacco drying in their 14 curing sheds and over the next couple of weeks they'll be pulling it down, bundling it up and selling it for the best price they can get.

South Windsor authorities say a woman has died in a fire at a condominium complex.

Religious Life Submitted by Joel Mandell on 2009-10-12.   The Multi-Faith Hartford Prayer Breakfast is celebrating its 12th year anniversary and once again returns to the City of Hartford on Thursday, Nov.

Biz Buzz Submitted by Chris Casey on 2009-10-16.   Lower left, Angela Edwards, Housekeeping Supervisor; Lisa Spencer MDS Coordinator: Cheryl Riberio, Admissions Coordinator; Lauren Greaves, Social Services Director; and Christine Tkacz, Recreation Director.

Submitted by Chuck Graham on 2009-10-15.   Chuck Graham Windsor Town Mayor Donald Trinks awards a Proclamation to Dale E. Smith for his 36 years of dedicated service to the town of Windsor.

Police today released the identities of three people killed in two shootings in recent days.

Parks & Recreation Submitted by Diane Madden on 2009-10-14.   Join the staff at Northwest Park for a guided tour on an adventure to find creatures that are active in the night on Saturday, Oct.

About 4,000 residents selected at random from the motor vehicle tax list have been mailed surveys to gauge their satisfaction with town services.

An assessment of the potential economic impact of the proposed Connecticut Studios project concludes the development will benefit both the local and state economies by creating jobs, attracting investors, building an industry, and boosting tax revenue both in town and in Hartford.

Firefighters rescued people trapped inside a burning East Hartford apartment building Friday night.

A generation before the Salem witch-hunt hysteria gripped colonial Massachusetts, another horrifying and deadly series of witch trials was taking place in Connecticut's capital.

Police are seeking the public's help as they investigate the early Saturday slaying of a Windsor man.

A woman who police said held up a half-dozen banks in three states last month was arrested on robbery charges in Middletown today and is expected to be arrested on more charges out of Windsor on Wednesday.

Clubs & Organizations Submitted by Karen Owens on 2009-10-05.   Please join the Rotary Club of Broad Brook on October 24th for its 1st Annual Used Book Sale.

Time Magazine Honoree & Windsor High Alumnus to Speak at School October 13 Submitted by Laura Soll on 2009-10-05.   The community is invited to join Windsor High School students for a special presentation by school alumnus Dr.

Saturday marks the 30th anniversary of one of the most destructive tornadoes to ever hit New England.

The strong and violent tornado that hit Windsor and Windsor Locks on October 3, 1979 can be best described as a freak storm.

Submitted by Kay Permenter on 2009-10-01.   The Exchange Club of Windsor is organizing Oktoberfest For Scholarships, a beer and wine tasting event that will be held on Friday, Oct.

Submitted by Chris Casey on 2009-09-30.   On Wednesday, September 16, Windsor Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center hosted a luncheon on their front lawn as they welcomed 40 of their former rehab graduates back to the center.

The company store at the American Airlines call center had already been emptied of commemorative T-shirts, sweat shirts and totes when Teri Dickey-Gaignat arrived for her final shift Wednesday morning.