HARTFORD - Gov. Ned Lamont said Tuesday there are indications the surge of COVID-19 cases in Connecticut is “flattening out,” but implored…
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Tuesday 04/07/2020
Hartford HealthCare announces community warm line Posted: 07 April 2020 [08:12 PM] NEW BRITAIN - As Hartford HealthCare continues to push the need for social distancing and isolation during the anticipation of the…
Bristol has 30 residents test positive for COVID-19 over last two days, plus updates for Plymouth, Southington, Plainville Posted: 07 April 2020 [05:59 PM] STAFF REPORT For the second consecutive day, Bristol had a big jump in residents testing positive for COVID-19. Another 17 residents tested…
Bristol Hospital nearly doubles number of beds in negative pressure environment Posted: 07 April 2020 [05:23 PM] BRISTOL - Bristol Hospital has been able to nearly double the amount of beds it has in a negative pressure environment…
Masks, gloves and one way aisles, area residents adjusting well to new normal of grocery shopping Posted: 07 April 2020 [05:21 PM] The aisles are one way and the paper products in short supply, but grocery shoppers are taking the restrictions at…
Bristol Hospital to limit COVID-19 testing to conserve 'decreasing' supply of kits Posted: 07 April 2020 [05:03 PM] BRISTOL -- Bristol Hospital on Wednesday will begin limiting the number of COVID-19 test swabs it will collect in one day.…
Plainville Council suspends all day budget vote, works to reduce budget Posted: 07 April 2020 [04:19 PM] PLAINVILLE – Following a digital meeting of the Plainville Town Council, which has since been posted to the town website, the…
Sign Pro manufacturing hundreds of medical masks, donating several to first responders Posted: 07 April 2020 [03:48 PM] SOUTHINGTON – Sign Pro in Southington will start manufacturing hundreds of medical masks a day starting Wednesday. The company will be…
Hospital of Central Connecticut treating 32 COVID-19 patients, more awaiting test results Posted: 07 April 2020 [03:23 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The Hospital of Central Connecticut is treating 32 patients that are COVID-19 positive, with another 13 who are…
Citizens Bank helping small business customers bolster long term viability Posted: 07 April 2020 [02:22 PM] HARTFORD – Citizens Bank is doing its part to help businesses affected the by COVID-19 pandemic Citizens Bank will direct…
Plainville town leaders receive update on White Oak construction site Posted: 07 April 2020 [12:03 PM] PLAINVILLE – During a remote meeting of the Plainville Town Council, town leaders received an update on the environmental study of…
Scammers now targeting those who are working from home, here's tips to fend them off Posted: 07 April 2020 [11:50 AM] Many companies had to quickly make arrangements for employees to work from home recently due to the social distancing required…
Financial hits pile up for colleges as some fight to survive Posted: 07 April 2020 [11:12 AM] Colleges across the nation are scrambling to close deep budget holes and some have been pushed to the brink of collapse after…
Plymouth reports higher than average response rate to 2020 Census Posted: 07 April 2020 [10:54 AM] PLYMOUTH – Mayor David Merchant said he is pleased by Plymouth’s higher than average response rate to the 2020 Census, even…
Plainville town officials stress importance of participating in census Posted: 07 April 2020 [10:46 AM] PLAINVILLE – Town Officials stress the importance of participating in the 2020 census, even amid the coronavirus pandemic, and are pleased…
Monday 04/06/2020
Bristol has big jump in residents testing positive for COVID-19 Posted: 06 April 2020 [05:59 PM] STAFF REPORT Bristol had a huge leap in residents who have tested positive for COVID-19, going up 13 patients in one day.…
HEALTHY LIVING: Maintain healthy heart habits during the COVID-19 crisis Posted: 06 April 2020 [05:51 PM] Hartford HealthCare Medical Group Due to the COVID-19 crisis most non-emergent doctor…
DoubleTree by Hilton to remain open, increase safety measures for guests Posted: 06 April 2020 [05:46 PM] BRISTOL -The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel will continue to remain open for first responders as it adjusts to new guidelines.…
'Emotional exhaustion': Hartford HealthCare taking steps to provide support for nurses, workers Posted: 06 April 2020 [05:38 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Hartford HealthCare continues to shift its focus to staff resilience, preparedness and ways to support them.…
Bristol Hospital reports first coronavirus-related death Posted: 06 April 2020 [05:29 PM] BRISTOL - Bristol Hospital has reported its first death of a patient related to the coronavirus. Hospital officials said the elderly…
Bristol Hospital in need of isolation gowns: 'This number is not sustainable with our situation' Posted: 06 April 2020 [04:58 PM] BRISTOL -- Bristol Hospital is in desperate need of isolation gowns. “There’s a concern now,” said Chris Boyle, a spokesman for…
Tunxis Campus CEO recognized with Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Paragon Award Posted: 06 April 2020 [04:01 PM] FARMINGTON - Tunxis Community College Campus CEO Darryl Reome was among 28 college presidents to be recognized with a Phi…
Hartford HealthCare up 254 COVID-19 patients, with many using ventilators Posted: 06 April 2020 [02:41 PM] NEW BRITAIN – As of Monday, Hartford HealthCare is treating 254 patients that are COVID positive. Out of the 254 positive…
Plainville woman allegedly cut relative's neck with steak knife Posted: 06 April 2020 [01:53 PM] PLAINVILLE - A Plainville woman faces domestic violence charges after allegedly using a steak knife to cut a relative’s neck last…
'Get your family game on!': Families can bond over gaming while stuck at home Posted: 06 April 2020 [01:34 PM] “Get your family game on!” That’s the motto for engagedfamilygaming.com, a website run by Plymouth resident and gaming enthusiast…
Featured expert cleaner for 'Hoarders' TV show gives tips dealing with coronavirus Posted: 06 April 2020 [01:08 PM] STAFF REPORT From disinfecting your phone or car, to a complete scrub down of an office, healthcare facility, government building or warehouse,…
Plainville Community Food Pantry getting families Easter feasts during coronavirus outbreak Posted: 06 April 2020 [12:23 PM] PLAINVILLE – Plainville Community Food Pantry is working with families in need to get them Easter feasts during the coranavirus outbreak…
Athletic shop selling shirts to benefit Bread for Life Posted: 06 April 2020 [12:17 PM] SOUTHINGTON – Southington the Athletic Shop is now selling “Southington Strong” shirts, which will see a portion of the proceeds benefit…
Governor: Connecticut's first coronavirus peak still weeks away Posted: 06 April 2020 [11:54 AM] HARTFORD - The peak of the coronavirus outbreak is still a few weeks away for Fairfield County, more than a month away…
Sunday 04/05/2020
'We're doing as best as we can': EMS crews modifying protocols to stay safe during coronavirus outbreak Posted: 05 April 2020 [07:52 PM] BRISTOL - Local EMS crews are being “hyper vigilant” in protecting themselves from patients who could have the coronavirus. Any medic…
'We're trying to stay connected as community': Local churches offer virtual services for Palm Sunday Posted: 05 April 2020 [07:48 PM] As people isolate themselves during the coronavirus pandemic, worship leaders remind followers God is right beside them. Church communities across Connecticut…
Central Connecticut only has few new positive coronavirus cases Posted: 05 April 2020 [05:40 PM] Although close to 400 additional people across Connecticut found out they have COVID-19 Sunday, there were very few new positive diagnoses…
SENIOR SIGNALS: Keeping calm during the COVID-19 crisis Posted: 05 April 2020 [04:35 PM] By DANIEL O. TULLY Many of my clients have said when they watch the daily briefings by the Coronavirus Task Force, Dr.…
PRIMETIME: Dube recounts time serving during Korean War Posted: 05 April 2020 [03:46 PM] CORRESPONDENT Lifelong Bristol resident Earl Dube, 89, died at home on March 19, 2020. He was a family man, retired owner-operator…
Saturday 04/04/2020
Bristol, Plymouth have small jumps in COVID-19 positive residents; state death toll up to 165 Posted: 04 April 2020 [06:49 PM] Several area towns saw a small increase of confirmed COVID-19 cases since Friday, according to data released by state health officials.…
Volunteers rally to produce homemade face masks for COVID-19 front-line workers Posted: 04 April 2020 [06:40 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Many healthcare workers are desperate to get adequate personal protection equipment. Knowing there’s a need, local residents are…
Friday 04/03/2020
Bristol up to two dozen residents testing positive for COVID-19 Posted: 03 April 2020 [05:38 PM] STAFF REPORT Most area towns had a big number of additional residents testing positive for COVID-19 since Thursday, according to data…
COVID Trailer opens at Hospital of Central Connecticut; Hartford HealthCare expects surge of patients over next two weeks Posted: 03 April 2020 [05:34 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Hartford HealthCare opened the first COVID Trailer (triage) at the Hartford campus Thursday and saw 15 patients who…
Woman taken to hospital after CTfastrak bus strikes pole in Bristol Posted: 03 April 2020 [05:31 PM] BRISTOL -- A woman was taken to the hospital Friday afternoon after a CTfastrak bus struck a light pole. The accident…
Bristol Hospital treating five COVID-19 patients, eight more patients who may have the virus Posted: 03 April 2020 [05:01 PM] BRISTOL -- Bristol Hospital is now treating five patients who have tested positive for the coronavirus. Over the past week or…
Southington closes dog park, playscapes, basketball and tennis courts Posted: 03 April 2020 [04:48 PM] SOUTHINGTON - Town officials on Friday announced the closing of local playscapes, tennis courts, basketball courts and the Dog Park on…
'People were running, screaming and crying': CCSU students still reeling from jarring move out of dorms, struggle to navigate family, motivation with online school work Posted: 03 April 2020 [04:44 PM] NEW BRITAIN – When the COVID-19 virus forced students from Central Connecticut State University to leave campus mid-March, the abrupt departure…
State puts restrictions on hotels, lodging due to COVID-19 outbreak Posted: 03 April 2020 [04:19 PM] BRISTOL – Area hotels declined to comment on the impact of the latest COVID-19 restrictions announced by Gov. Ned Lamont Thursday…
Lamont's plan for COVID-19 nursing homes draws criticism Posted: 03 April 2020 [04:01 PM] HARTFORD - A plan to designate certain nursing homes in Connecticut for only residents diagnosed with COVID-19 has drawn sharp criticism from…
Hospital of Central Connecticut treating 26 COVID-19 patients, 21 additional have symptoms Posted: 03 April 2020 [03:39 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The Hospital of Central Connecticut is currently treating 26 COVID-19 positive patients, while 21 others are classified as…
American Savings Foundation approves funding to make best impact in midst of COVID-19 crisis Posted: 03 April 2020 [03:33 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The American Savings Foundation board of directors met recently in the midst of the COVID-19 public health crisis…
Health leaders creating individualized health plans for cancer patients Posted: 03 April 2020 [03:29 PM] One might assume older adults represent the majority of cancer patients, and they’d be right. It may come as a surprise,…
Bristol police respond to report of shots fired Posted: 03 April 2020 [02:46 PM] BRISTOL - Police are investigating a late night report of shots fired on Thursday. Officers around 10 p.m. were dispatched to…
Lawsuit seeks immediate release of at-risk prisoners Posted: 03 April 2020 [11:46 AM] HARTFORD - A lawsuit filed Friday seeks an emergency order that would force the state to release prisoners deemed to be at…
Golf club president urging state legislators to include them in CARES Act Posted: 03 April 2020 [11:44 AM] BRISTOL – Pequabuck Golf Club of Bristol, Inc. president Todd Therrien is reaching out to state legislators and President Donald Trump,…