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UPDATED: Trump supporters do not show up at state Capitol

An expected rally at the state Capitol by supporters of President Donald Trump and those who dispute the results of the presidential election never materialized Sunday afternoon.

Mystic chamber announces changes

A new welcome center location, new board members and the search for a new president are among the changes.

Somers, Howard to hold virtual town meeting on Jan. 26

State Sen. Heather Somers, R-18th District, and State Rep. Greg Howard, R-Stonington, will host a virtual town hall about the 2021 legislative session via Zoom on Tuesday, Jan. 26 at 6 p.m.

Norwich inauguration prayer vigil slated for Tuesday

The Norwich Area Clergy Association will host a one-hour Zoom prayer vigil on Tuesday at 7 p.m. in which it will lead the community in prayer on the evening before the presidential inauguration.

Liquor permit costs skyrocket for private clubs

A 2019 state law was designed to modernize liquor laws and help breweries, but it had unintended consequences on clubs such as the Elks, VFW and American Legion.

Atwood Fund awards grants to area tech schools

The Stonington-based organization has announced that it has awarded $10,000 each to Ella T. Grasso Technical High School and Norwich Technical High School to purchase tools and equipment for student use.

Stonington to hold virtual forum on affordable housing

The town is seeking input from residents as it begins to create a state mandated plan designed to boost the number of affordable housing units in the community.

Mystic Rotary awards grants to help seniors

The Rotary Club of Mystic has announced $20,000 in grants to support the senior population of Groton, Stonington and North Stonington and ensure their mental and physical health during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Groton task force makes recommendation to address shortage of athletic fields in town

The recommendation calls for improving athletic facilities at Fitch High School and locating additional fields at Sutton Park, near the school, primarily for student use but also for the community, one of the members said.

Friends of the Oswegatchie Hills work to restore imperiled pitch pines

A new pitch pine park and trees nursery in East Lyme is intended to help restore the imperiled pitch pine species and educate people about its significance.

Overdue bills, late holiday cards and stale Christmas cookies: Postal Service still sorting through unprecedented backlog

The pandemic has created an unprecedented backlog in mail as more Americans have opted to shop online. On top of that, more and more postal workers are becoming infected with COVID-19.

Seaside offers solace in Waterford

On Saturday, visitors strolled along the beach at Harkness Memorial State Park.

Municipal meetings

Municipal meetings for the week beginning Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021.

New London, NFA compete in state contest to boost students' financial aid applications

Norwich Free Academy and the New London school district are among 16 school districts in the state competing for the state's top prize of $10,000.

Police logs - Jan. 17, 2021

Arrests by state and local police across the region.

Life Star transports 29-year-old man to hospital following motorcycle crash in Ledyard

Jeffrey A. Wilbur of Ledyard was driving the motorcycle south on Colonel Ledyard Highway when he veered off the right shoulder of the roadway and hit the guard rail, police said

Committee recommends civilian police review board in New London

A special committee tasked with a review of policies and practices of the New London Police Department has suggested the formation of a civilian police review board and a charter change to clear the path for creation of a police commission.