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Nykesha Sales, tied for 7th on UConn's career scoring list, is back in Storrs as an assistant coach.
‘How lucky are these kids?’ Geno Auriemma on Nykesha Sales’ return
Nykesha Sales, tied for 7th on UConn's career scoring list, is back in Storrs as an assistant coach.
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The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection manages over 140 parks and forests across the state.
CT's Sleeping Giant State Park is closed to new visitors after parking lot fills
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection manages over 140 parks and forests across the state.
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Connecticut's Forest Fire Control Office urges residents and visitors in parks, forests and open spaces to use caution with any open flames.
Connecticut forest fire danger is moderate Saturday. Stay safe outdoors
Connecticut's Forest Fire Control Office urges residents and visitors in parks, forests and open spaces to use caution with any open flames.
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From giving gambling advice to debating stomachaches versus headaches with the audience, the Connecticut native made up for lost time.
John Mayer had plenty to say about Connecticut at Mohegan Sun
From giving gambling advice to debating stomachaches versus headaches with the audience, the Connecticut native made up for lost time.
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John Stamos and Lori Loughlin, who will make their first-ever appearance at 90s Con.
CT Culture Corner: ‘Full House’ stars, body snatching and ‘Dracula’ on stage
John Stamos and Lori Loughlin, who will make their first-ever appearance at 90s Con.
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Connecticut patent records include Mark Twain’s clothing strap, the advantages of which he said "need no explanation.”
10 strange Connecticut patents include a hiccup machine and a mustache guard
Connecticut patent records include Mark Twain’s clothing strap, the advantages of which he said "need no explanation.”
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The first stage's 130 miles also meant 13,000 feet of climbing, cyclist Brian Dwyer said. He compared it to cycling up Mount Washington, at 6,288 feet, twice on the first day.
‘I felt like Moses in the desert’: CT priest’s 350-mile bike ride through the Alps
The first stage's 130 miles also meant 13,000 feet of climbing, cyclist Brian Dwyer said. He compared it to cycling up Mount Washington, at 6,288 feet, twice on the first day.
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Some lawmakers are now re-thinking the 10-cent can and bottle redemption law.
Connecticut toughened can and bottle fraud penalties. Police haven’t enforced them for months
Some lawmakers are now re-thinking the 10-cent can and bottle redemption law.
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The state funding will support Electric Boat's development of a campus in Waterford that will host several thousand employees.
Why Electric Boat could get $25 million from Connecticut to redevelop mall in Waterford
The state funding will support Electric Boat's development of a campus in Waterford that will host several thousand employees.
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ICE is buying robotic dogs from a Connecticut company packed with sensors, for patrols in areas that could be dangerous to agents.
ICE buys robotic dogs from Connecticut company for patrols
ICE is buying robotic dogs from a Connecticut company packed with sensors, for patrols in areas that could be dangerous to agents.
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There were 27 reported rapes at Yale in 2025, according to the university's annual security report.
Yale reported more rapes than most CT colleges, all Ivy League schools in 2025, data shows
There were 27 reported rapes at Yale in 2025, according to the university's annual security report.
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The Trump administration had announced Connecticut would be targeted in a probe for possible noncitizens registered to vote.
Federal authorities seek voter records from 3 Connecticut towns ahead of election, officials say
The Trump administration had announced Connecticut would be targeted in a probe for possible noncitizens registered to vote.
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Six entities submitted proposals in June to take over the 10,000-seat venue now that the Bridgeport Islanders minor league hockey team has left for Canada.
A 'preferred' bidder may be in line to take over Bridgeport arena
Six entities submitted proposals in June to take over the 10,000-seat venue now that the Bridgeport Islanders minor league hockey team has left for Canada.
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As the New York and Boston Marathons grow faster, New Englanders remain champions in Hartford.
Connecticut’s Hartford Marathon is bucking the “runflation” trend
As the New York and Boston Marathons grow faster, New Englanders remain champions in Hartford.
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Dave's Hot Chicken is a fairly newer fried chicken chain in Connecticut, only opening its first location in the state in Milford in January 2025.
Dave's Hot Chicken is giving away free sliders next week. Here's where to find them in CT.
Dave's Hot Chicken is a fairly newer fried chicken chain in Connecticut, only opening its first location in the state in Milford in January 2025.
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"Please don't die," the 16-year-old high school student said to himself as he performed CPR on his father while waiting for first responders to arrive.
'He's only alive because of your son': Connecticut teen saves his father after heart attack
"Please don't die," the 16-year-old high school student said to himself as he performed CPR on his father while waiting for first responders to arrive.
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Some of the latest research frontiers are investigating the idea of “cancer vaccines” and other so-called targeted treatments to personalize cancer care.
CT doctors provide insight on experimental vaccines, drugs providing cancer patients with hope
Some of the latest research frontiers are investigating the idea of “cancer vaccines” and other so-called targeted treatments to personalize cancer care.
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For Mr. CT Beer, the closures don't paint a full picture of a scene that continues to thrive across the roughly 100 breweries spread across Connecticut.
The headlines look bad for Connecticut beer. The numbers tell a different story.
For Mr. CT Beer, the closures don't paint a full picture of a scene that continues to thrive across the roughly 100 breweries spread across Connecticut.
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Connecticut October heating cost estimates range from $293 with heat pumps to $878 with electric baseboard, with oil and gas in between.
$878. It's not a mortgage payment. In CT, heating costs this month are reaching new heights
Connecticut October heating cost estimates range from $293 with heat pumps to $878 with electric baseboard, with oil and gas in between.
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These are the most interesting commercial developments CT Insider found this week across Connecticut.
I looked through local filings. Here's what's in development around CT
These are the most interesting commercial developments CT Insider found this week across Connecticut.
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UConn heads to Temple looking to avoid a third straight loss before next week's bye.
UConn football team at Temple: Time, TV and what you need to know
UConn heads to Temple looking to avoid a third straight loss before next week's bye.
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The Huskies believe they're getting better, but Saturday offers another chance to prove it.
UConn football seeking more than moral victories: 'Really good things to build upon'
The Huskies believe they're getting better, but Saturday offers another chance to prove it.
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IT will explain how eligible residents can cast absentee ballots, in-person ballots during an early voting period, or vote at a polling place.
Connecticut to spend $1 million to explain voting options to residents for November election
IT will explain how eligible residents can cast absentee ballots, in-person ballots during an early voting period, or vote at a polling place.
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Dinner service featured a roster of celebrity diners including Paralympic gold medalist Victoria Arlen, "Saturday Night Live" alumnus Jay Pharoah and podcaster Bobby Bones.
Cavalcade of celebrities show up for dinner service at CT-filmed 'Hell's Kitchen'
Dinner service featured a roster of celebrity diners including Paralympic gold medalist Victoria Arlen, "Saturday Night Live" alumnus Jay Pharoah and podcaster Bobby Bones.
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New Haven, New Canaan and Danbury customers are experiencing delays averaging 20-30 minutes after a person was struck by a train near Tremont in New York.
New Haven Metro-North line delayed after pedestrian struck by train, MTA says
New Haven, New Canaan and Danbury customers are experiencing delays averaging 20-30 minutes after a person was struck by a train near Tremont in New York.
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Comedian Bert Kreischer will be bringing his new tour to the Nutmeg State this weekend.
27 things to do this weekend in Connecticut
Comedian Bert Kreischer will be bringing his new tour to the Nutmeg State this weekend.
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The popular evening anchor announced he has left the Hartford-based CBS affiliate after months of speculation about his whereabouts.
Longtime WFSB anchor Mark Zinni departs station after 12 years
The popular evening anchor announced he has left the Hartford-based CBS affiliate after months of speculation about his whereabouts.
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“I don’t think she’s in a good spot now,” Jane Doe's attorney said. “She’s scared.”
Woman suing 7 men over alleged Cornell sex assault targeted by threats and swatting, attorney says
“I don’t think she’s in a good spot now,” Jane Doe's attorney said. “She’s scared.”
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Lake Compounce's Phantom Fall Fest has returned for the Halloween season, featuring a trick-or-treat trail and a K-pop inspired show.
Lake Compounce's Phantom Fall Fest offers trick-or-treat trail, K-pop-inspired show
Lake Compounce's Phantom Fall Fest has returned for the Halloween season, featuring a trick-or-treat trail and a K-pop inspired show.
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Kimberly Kostelis is the new interim president of Central Connecticut State University.
Interim president named at Central Connecticut State University following resignation over bullying charges
Kimberly Kostelis is the new interim president of Central Connecticut State University.
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