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Connecticut people and communities

People, events and local history from towns across Connecticut.

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Lamont accused of touching reporter’s phone at rally. Incident draws rebuke from Fazio.

November 1, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

A $7M renovation of a major CT parking garage is underway. It brings in revenue and connects to amenities.

October 26, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

A man who was severely burned in a CT fire is returning to the state. Here’s why he comes back.

October 22, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

A CT woman suddenly learned she could vote. It’s despite a state office getting $0 to do voter education.

October 18, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

He’s the only CT lawyer named as one of top in nation. You might not know his name, but you know cases he won

October 14, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

Popular CT daycare that’s operated for 40 years says it’s forced to close. Parents decided to try to save it.

October 5, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

CT winery is bringing back a fall tradition. It includes a ‘legendary’ competition that gets very messy.

September 24, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

Yearly CT event that drew 18,000 people to end. Regular attendees lament loss of a ‘favorite’

September 21, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

They’re part of the family of man known as America’s first spy. Why they will gather in CT 250 years later.

September 18, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

CT-based nonprofit has impacted more than 1,500 lives. How they do it.

September 17, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

New CT food pantry to serve ‘overlooked’ community. It offers ‘communication accessible’ environment

September 14, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

Historic CT-based ship among two vessels on new stamp honoring U.S. Coast Guard. ‘Our nation commemorates’

September 11, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

CT woman’s relative barely escaped deadly flooding in Nepal. She is helping family rebuild in ‘dire situation’

September 4, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

A CT 20-year-old is training to be tops in world in his skill. He’s heading to China to prove it.

September 1, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

A CT one-room schoolhouse dates to 1865. Now glowing with renovations, it unveils a true American story.

August 28, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

A historic CT ferry crossing is getting an $8M upgrade. What the funding will provide

August 26, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

CT marching band receives grant they call ‘huge.’ It came as school budgets tighten for arts programs

August 25, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

He grew up in CT then headed to Hollywood. His first feature ‘thriller’ film is out and soon to hit streaming.

August 18, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

Bears have entered CT homes; bears have hurt people. State to hold forum on how to avoid both.

August 10, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

Plan for new CT water line would run pipe through four towns and under two rivers. Why it’s needed.

August 6, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

Popular CT broadcaster lands new gig. Here’s what she’s doing next. ‘This was perfect for me.’

July 31, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

A CT sports team has created a family for fans. Its stadium has become an anchor for fun.

July 27, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

At 92, this CT artist’s work continues to be recognized nationally. ‘Art renews your energy’

July 26, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

CT Congress member hospitalized for two days with blood clot scare. ‘Feels better’ after discharge

June 28, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

Remains of soldier missing since WWII finally brought home to CT. ‘He was loved and missed’

June 24, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

Nearly 1,000 strong mourn loss of CT rabbi, celebrating love the Holocaust survivor brought the world

June 21, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

How a CT group aids people experiencing homelessness. Helping ‘doesn’t need to be huge’

June 15, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

CT couple is living out their dreams as contestants on HGTV show. ‘This is the tip of the iceberg’

June 8, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

CT LGBTQ+ center to reopen following financial troubles. Just in time to celebrate start of Pride Month

June 1, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

CT agency audit finds internal control deficiencies, instances of noncompliance with laws

June 1, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

CT residents not letting gas prices, flight costs stop them from traveling this summer. Here’s why

May 22, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

CCSU to create marketing campaign around controversial plans. Faculty questions ‘surveillance.’

May 18, 2026Read on Hartford Courant

Planning on traveling in CT for Memorial Day? Officials have a few tips to keep your journey safe.

May 22, 2025Read on Hartford Courant

CT Hanukkah celebration provides light in time of darkness surrounding Israel–Hamas war

December 30, 2024Read on

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