Community Voices

BRISTOL, CT — A two-family home fire on School Street early Monday morning forced the evacuation of nine residents and caused a temporary shutdown of a key section of Route 72, as Bristol firefighters battled...

WESTPORT, CT — More than 200 Staples High School students staged a walkout Friday morning in a bold show of support for recently dismissed boys soccer coach Russell Oost-Lievense. The demonstration marked a growing outcry...

NEW HAVEN, CT — A South Windsor teen has earned the title of Connecticut Youth of the Year, celebrating her exceptional leadership and service to the community. Emani Lee, a junior at South Windsor High...

HARTFORD, CT — The Connecticut House of Representatives approved a major bill Tuesday mandating parental consent for social media use by minors when accessing personalized content, a move aimed at addressing growing concerns about youth...

NEW BRITAIN, CT — The beloved Race in the Park returned to New Britain this Saturday, drawing thousands to Walnut Hill Park for the 22nd annual event supporting breast cancer research. Organized by the Connecticut...

HARTFORD, CT — Governor Ned Lamont has signed new legislation expanding the Connecticut Firefighters Cancer Relief Program, a move that significantly broadens cancer-related benefits for firefighters across the state. Signed into law on May 9,...

HARTFORD, CT — A Connecticut Mega Millions winner claimed a $30,000 prize this week after matching four white balls and the Mega Ball during a recent draw, according to the Connecticut Lottery. The fortunate ticket-holder...

FAIRFIELD, CT — When white smoke rose from the Sistine Chapel, the cheers weren’t confined to St. Peter’s Square. Across Fairfield County, Catholics erupted in joy over a historic first: the election of Pope Leo...

HARTFORD, CT — The moment Peru was named by the Pope, and in Spanish no less, a ripple passed through small storefronts, kitchens, and community halls across Connecticut—quiet, proud, and deeply personal. “I was grateful,...

BETHANY, CT — Woodbridge Regional Animal Control is asking for the public’s help in identifying who abandoned two tick-infested bully dogs found last month on a roadside in Bethany. The dogs were discovered on April...