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Reader Submitted: CSP Applications Due May 31
The Natural Resources Conservation Service's Conservation Stewardship Program will provide about $175 million in funding for up to 12.6 million additional acres enrollment nationwide this year.
Connecticut Honors Its War Dead At Capitol Ceremony
Photographs of 63 men and women from Connecticut who were killed in Iraq and Afghanistan hang in the underground passage between the Legislative Office Building and the state Capitol.
Reader Submitted: a Toast To Rob Rowlson
Join us! On Thursday, June 27th, Playhouse on Park and West Hartford Community Television will be hosting a toast in honor of Mr.
Reader Submitted: Suffield Chamber Of Commerce Welcomes Us Congressman Joe Courtney
All local Chambers and business owners are invited to join members of the Suffield Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, May 30, 7:30-9 a.m., at Mapleton Hall, 1305 Mapleton Ave., Suffield, where Congressman Joe Courtney will discuss incentives for small businesses, recent and pending legislation effecting CT business and the outlook on CT economy.
New firefighters graduate from academy Thursday
Windsor Locks Thirty six firefighters from 17 career and volunteer departments from across the state will celebrate their graduation Thursday from the Connecticut Fire Academy.
Sales Auction Company Holds Sale in Windsor Locks
Sam Sales, owner of Sales Auction Company, works to get another bid from James Newbury of Bestech Inc., Ellington, Conn.
Silver alert for Windsor Locks woman
A silver alert has been issued for a missing Windsor Locks woman. Police say Marion Morrell may be driving a 2009 White Dodge Avenger, with the license plate 684-UUP. She is described as a 5'3" white female with blonde hair and blue eyes.
Today is hump day, weather-wise
Today is more than the midweek hurdle on the way to the weekend. It will mark the difference between early spring and summer weather.
Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Elder Colebut participates in Connecticut Day of Honor
Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Elder Earl Roy Colebut was among more than 100 veterans who took part in last month's Connecticut Day of Honor sponsored by the American Warrior organization.
Reader Submitted: 360 Federal Credit Union Names Karen Q. Bauer
Robert L. Aresti, president/CEO of 360 Federal Credit Union announced the promotion of Karen Bauer to executive vice president.
The New England Air Museum has announced that it will hold its annual Antique Auto Show on Sunday, June 2nd.
Reader Submitted: Asnuntuck Holds Art Exhibition
Asnuntuck Community College is holding its Annual Student Exhibition. More than 150 pieces of art are on display.
UTC Machinist Contract Big On Raises, Short On Job Security
Machinists at UTC Aerospace Systems in Windsor Locks overwhelmingly approved a new three-year contract that gives union members raises and pension increases but has them contribute more to their health insurance plans.
Reader Submitted: Farm Credit East Announces Board Election Results
Farm Credit East, ACA stockholder-customers recently elected two members to its Board of Directors: In the Eastern region, Lisa P. Sellew was elected to a 4-year term.
Reader Submitted: Planning a Tag Sale? Spring Cleaning? We Want Your Leftovers
Now that tag sales and spring cleaning are in season, your local thrift store hopes you'll think about donating clothing, furniture and household goods to a worthy cause.
Reader Submitted: May Episode Of 'New England Cuisine' Celebrate The Flavors Of New England Honey
Left to right: Executive Chef Instructor Paul Montalto, Lincoln Culinary Institute, host Scott Sommerfield & Bill Paluska, owner, Bee Haven Apiaries celebrate Honey Season on the next "New England Cuisine". New England produces some of the finest honey in the country and the next episode of "New England Cuisine" will be celebrating when host Scott ... (more)
Reader Submitted: 360FCU Announces 2013 Community Scholarship
Carissa Pape, business development officer at 360 Federal Credit Union announced that the Credit Union is currently accepting applications for a scholarship to be awarded to an undergraduate 360FCU member attending an institution of higher education.
Reader Submitted: Huge Waterpark Expansion Project Poised For Opening At Quassy
Quassy Amusement Park 's plunge into the waterpark business a decade ago seemingly pumped new life into the family-owned property overnight.
Reader Submitted: Coming To America: Washington's Swedish Immigrants
Join us on Sunday May 5, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Gunn Museum in Washington for the opening of the exhibit, Coming to America: Washington's Swedish Immigrants.This exhibition shares the little-known story of Swedish immigration to our small New England town.
Reader Submitted: Sparrow Visuals Selected a Winner In The 34th Annual Telly Awards
Connecticut-based Sparrow Visuals has been selected as a Silver award winner in the 34th Annual Telly Awards for their video series titled "GUESS Watches Look of Love." With nearly 11,000 entries from 50 states and numerous countries, the distinction is one of the most sought-after in the industry.