Several area towns saw a small increase of confirmed COVID-19 cases since Friday, according to data released by state health officials.…
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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…
Thursday 04/02/2020
Bristol has three new residents test positive for COVID-19, state death toll increases Posted: 02 April 2020 [05:26 PM] STAFF REPORT New Britain had four new residents test positive for COVID-19, while Bristol had three more, according to the latest data…
'We can't wait until we can re-open': Area restaurants still struggling to survive on take-out, delivery only Posted: 02 April 2020 [04:44 PM] Staff Writers Area restaurants are struggling to get by with increasing restrictions on food service, while grateful to loyal customers whose patronage…
Area supermarkets following new guidelines set by Lamont to protect customers, workers Posted: 02 April 2020 [04:06 PM] When local supermarkets and grocery stores open Friday morning, they will be following the latest guidelines set forth by the governor’s…
Wednesday 04/01/2020
Bristol, Southington have big jump in confirmed cases of COVID-19 Posted: 01 April 2020 [06:19 PM] STAFF REPORT Bristol, Southington and New Britain all had a big rise in confirmed cases of COVID-19 Wednesday evening. Bristol and Southington…
Plymouth's dispatch services part of Litchfield County Dispatch now Posted: 01 April 2020 [04:25 PM] PLYMOUTH – The regionalization of the town’s dispatch services with Litchfield County Dispatch is now complete. “We made the change-over yesterday,”…
Plymouth mayor wants to provide local businesses with information about the recently passed stimulus Posted: 01 April 2020 [10:50 AM] PLYMOUTH – Mayor David Merchant hopes to provide local businesses with any information they may require regarding the recently passed COVID-19…
Tuesday 03/31/2020
Bristol, Plymouth report no new coronavirus patients, but death toll rises in state Posted: 31 March 2020 [06:31 PM] STAFF REPORT There was a big jump in COVID-19 associated deaths in Connecticut and Hartford County, according to data released by state…
Plymouth reports a higher than average response rate to the 2020 Census Posted: 31 March 2020 [02:47 PM] PLYMOUTH – Mayor David Merchant said he is pleased by Plymouth’s higher than average response rate to the 2020 Census, even…
Gas prices continue to drop in area; average price drops below $2 nationally Posted: 31 March 2020 [09:24 AM] STAFF REPORT Gas prices continue to drop not only in Connecticut, but the nation as a whole. The average price for a gallon…
Wednesday 03/25/2020
Plymouth schools acquire Chromebooks for all students; offering breakfast, lunch Posted: 25 March 2020 [01:46 PM] PLYMOUTH – Plymouth Schools have implemented distance learning and acquired Chromebooks for all students to work on while schools remain closed…
Two people escape fully involved vehicle fire in Plymouth Posted: 25 March 2020 [01:42 PM] PLYMOUTH - Two people escaped an SUV before it went up in flames in Plymouth on Wednesday. Firefighters were called to…
Merchant says Plymouth first responders protected, has revised plans for budget Posted: 25 March 2020 [01:41 PM] PLYMOUTH – Mayor David Merchant reported Wednesday that the town has been adapting to the impact of the coronavirus, with…
Tuesday 03/24/2020
Help is available for Plymouth businesses during coronavirus outbreak Posted: 24 March 2020 [01:06 PM] PLYMOUTH – “Help is here and more is on the way for businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic,” says Mayor David…
Monday 03/23/2020
Plymouth Community Food Pantry providing emergency services Posted: 23 March 2020 [03:45 PM] PLYMOUTH – The Plymouth Community Food Pantry will be maintaining emergency services during the COVID-19 outbreak. The Plymouth Community…
Sunday 03/22/2020
No Bristol residents have tested positive for coronavirus so far Posted: 22 March 2020 [06:43 PM] At least a dozen local residents have tested positive for COVID-19, according to the latest data released by state health officials…
Thursday 03/19/2020
Plymouth declares declaration of emergency due to coronavirus Posted: 19 March 2020 [06:09 PM] PLYMOUTH - Mayor David Merchant has declared a declaration of emergency in Plymouth due to the coronavirus. This, he says, will…
Terryville Public Library expanding digital resources Posted: 19 March 2020 [01:53 PM] PLYMOUTH – Although Terryville Public Library’s doors are closed, people can still schedule pickups of books. The library is also expanding…
Wednesday 03/18/2020
Plymouth suspends several programs in wake of coronavirus pandemic Posted: 18 March 2020 [10:03 AM] PLYMOUTH – Plymouth, like many towns has suspended several programs in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic and this year’s…
Tuesday 03/17/2020
Terryville High Career Fair has been canceled Posted: 17 March 2020 [06:39 PM] PLYMOUTH - Terryville High School’s Career Fair set for April 9 has been canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic. Chris…
Monday 03/16/2020
Plymouth Maple Festival canceled Posted: 16 March 2020 [04:56 PM] PLYMOUTH - The Maple Festival, which was scheduled this Saturday on the town green, has been canceled due to the coronavirus…
Plymouth resident puts out brush fire Posted: 16 March 2020 [02:46 PM] PLYMOUTH - A brush fire was put out by a local homeowner on Monday before it could cause any serious damage.…
Friday 03/13/2020
Coronavirus concerns result in Plymouth public schools closing Posted: 13 March 2020 [01:04 PM] PLYMOUTH – Plymouth has decided to close its schools due to coronavirus concerns. Superintendent of Schools Martin Semmel confirmed that schools…
Wednesday 03/11/2020
Plymouth school district not canceling all school trips Posted: 11 March 2020 [04:31 PM] PLYMOUTH - The Plymouth school district has elected not to cancel all school trips amid coronavirus fears but instead to evaluate…
Eversource invests nearly $7 million in electric distribution upgrades in Terryville Posted: 11 March 2020 [02:57 PM] Eversource PLYMOUTH – As part of Eversource’s commitment to provide reliable power to its customers, the energy company is investing nearly $7…
Tuesday 03/10/2020
Plymouth fire causes minor damage to homes Posted: 10 March 2020 [06:14 PM] PLYMOUTH - A fire on Sandra Avenue Tuesday afternoon extended to two homes on a windy day, causing minor damage. Firefighters…
Plymouth's parks and recreation director gearing up for summer camp Posted: 10 March 2020 [11:32 AM] PLYMOUTH – With days getting warmer, Briana Brumaghim, parks and recreation director, has been gearing up for summer camp, basketball…
Authorities still working to identify Plainville swim team girls who were victimized by secret recordings Posted: 10 March 2020 [10:05 AM] @BRIANJOHNSONBP PLAINVILLE -- Investigators are still working to identify the young girls victimized when they were recorded while on the Plainville…
Monday 03/09/2020
Terryville High's 'Kangaroos Helping Kangaroos' event raises over $4K for Australia wildfire relief efforts Posted: 09 March 2020 [07:00 PM] PLYMOUTH - Terryville High School’s “Kangaroos Helping Kangaroos” collected more than $4,300 for Australia wildfire relief efforts, says Superintendent of Schools…
Plymouth's 10th annual school career fair bigger than ever Posted: 09 March 2020 [01:56 PM] PLYMOUTH – As Plymouth’s annual School Career Fair reaches its 10 year milestone, it will be bringing more businesses and area…
Sunday 03/08/2020
Plymouth Public Schools, Terryville Library want community to come together by reading, discussing same book Posted: 08 March 2020 [05:39 PM] PLYMOUTH - Superintendent of Schools Martin Semmel, with the help of several community organizations, launched the “Community Reads” program Friday.…
Saturday 03/07/2020
Plymouth police charge armed man after alleged threatening, racist remarks toward Amazon delivery driver Posted: 07 March 2020 [01:41 PM] PLYMOUTH - A Thomaston man has been charged after allegedly threatening an Amazon delivery driver and making racist comments to him…
Thursday 03/05/2020
Merchant working on upgrades to town hall, including bringing community room 'into the 21st century' Posted: 05 March 2020 [12:12 PM] PLYMOUTH – Mayor David Merchant is working on upgrades to town hall, which include physical changes to go along with…
Wednesday 03/04/2020
Terryville's St. Casimir Church to celebrate life of its patron saint Sunday Posted: 04 March 2020 [09:10 PM] St. Casimir Church parishioner On March 4, the Catholic Church recognizes St. Casimir Jagiellon, whose piety and life of service to…
Merchant calls for 0.49 mill increase in Plymouth budget Posted: 04 March 2020 [05:59 PM] PLYMOUTH - Mayor David Merchant has presented his town budget, which calls for a 0.49 mill increase. Merchant said that although…
Council votes to pursue grant to help The Plymouth Housing Authority complete $3 million in planned renovations Posted: 04 March 2020 [11:30 AM] PLYMOUTH – The Town Council voted Tuesday to authorize Mayor David Merchant to pursue a Community Development Block Grant Application…
Monday 03/02/2020
Plymouth police issue infraction for sale of tobacco to minor during compliance check of local businesses Posted: 02 March 2020 [05:05 PM] PLYMOUTH - Police issued a local gas station clerk an infraction for selling tobacco to a minor during a joint compliance…
Dog beaten, strangled to death, found on side of road in Plymouth; two suspects charged Posted: 02 March 2020 [04:27 PM] PLYMOUTH - Two people have been charged after a dog was beaten and strangled to death in October and found dead…
Despite limited snowfall, 10 inches below average in February, warmer temperatures, no fear of drought Posted: 02 March 2020 [03:48 PM] Despite warmer-than-average temperatures and a lack of snow since the start of 2020, the outlook for agriculture in central Connecticut this…
Sunday 03/01/2020
This week's meetings Posted: 01 March 2020 [04:01 PM] PLYMOUTH Monday, March 2 Board of Assessment Appeals, 6:30 p.m., Town Hall, Senior Lounge, 80 Main St. Board of Finance, 7 p.m.,…
Friday 02/28/2020
Plymouth finances given clean bill of health Posted: 28 February 2020 [04:26 PM] PLYMOUTH – The Town of Plymouth received a clean audit for the fiscal year that ended June 30 2019. Ann…
Tuesday 02/25/2020
Plymouth superintendent disappointed to learn Thomaston Board of Education voted against regionalizing schools Posted: 25 February 2020 [02:56 PM] PLYMOUTH - Superintendent of Schools Martin Semmel was disappointed to learn that the Thomaston Board of Education voted against regionalizing with…
Plenty of sweet treats at upcoming Plymouth Maple Festival Posted: 25 February 2020 [11:05 AM] PLYMOUTH - The Plymouth Maple Festival will have a variety of traditional sweet treats to enjoy March 21. The fifth Plymouth…
It's time to get to know Plymouth Posted: 25 February 2020 [11:02 AM] PLYMOUTH – The Plymouth Historical Society, with support from a grant from the Main Street Community Foundation, has created a Passport…
Monday 02/24/2020
Plymouth police make arrest in $11K fraudulent check scheme Posted: 24 February 2020 [04:33 PM] PLYMOUTH - Local police have charged a Massachusetts man after a Plymouth business owner was defrauded out of about $11,000 through…
Woman accused of striking Plymouth police cruisers, building before high-speed chase being considered for treatment program Posted: 24 February 2020 [04:31 PM] PLYMOUTH - A woman who allegedly struck three police cruisers in Plymouth, a building and other vehicles before leading police on…
Thursday 02/20/2020
Waterbury woman faces judge in Plymouth prostitution arrest Posted: 20 February 2020 [05:15 PM] PLYMOUTH - A Waterbury woman was set to face a judge on Thursday on a prostitution charge after Plymouth police arrested…
Friday 02/14/2020
Girl reported missing from Plymouth has been found: police Posted: 14 February 2020 [04:53 PM] PLYMOUTH - A teenage girl reported missing on Thursday has been found. Police on Friday afternoon said Cheridan Donahue-Johnson, 15,…
Thursday 02/13/2020
Missing Plymouth girl may be in Bristol Posted: 13 February 2020 [04:51 PM] PLYMOUTH - Police are asking for help finding a missing teenager who was last seen getting off a school bus.…