Spicer Mansion owner says he's resolving foreclosure, zoning disputes
Brian Gates said financial problems that led to a foreclosure action are in the past and that a resolution of the town’s suit alleging zoning violations is imminent.
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East Lyme removes first selectman from Board of Police Commissioners
The ordinance modification was passed 5 to 1, with one selectman, Rose Ann Hardy, voting against it.
East Lyme honors veterans
Residents gather at the Niantic Liberty Green for a Veterans Day ceremony sponsored by the East Lyme Veterans Council Monday.
DPNC receives $250,000 grant to enhance Coogan Farm property
The Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center formally announced Monday that its has received a $250,000 grant from The Edward and Mary Lord Foundation of Norwich that will continue the development of the Coogan Farm Nature & Heritage Center.
Construction of regional animal shelter set to begin in New London
With agreements and funding in place, preliminary work has begun on the regional dog pound at Bates Woods.
Norwich schools staff take the stage in fundraiser talent show
The Norwich Public Schools Education Foundation fundraiser, Staff Follies, will be held at 6 p.m. Friday at Kelly Middle School.
Stonington High hosts veterans feast on Nov. 21
The Stonington High School student government will host its annual “Fall Feast for Veterans” dinner on Nov. 21 at 5 p.m. in the Stonington High School Commons.
Scouts place flags for Veterans Day
Scouts with BSA Troop 76 and Pack 200 place flags along East and West Main Streets in Mystic for Veterans Day Monday morning.
Subvets hold annual ceremony in Groton
Veterans and community members salute as a bell is tolled during a Veteran's Day observance on Monday at the Submarine Force Library and Museum.
Ledyard Regional VNA recognized by HomeCare Elite
The Ledyard Regional Visiting Nurse Agency has been named to the Top 100 of the 2019 HomeCare Elite, as ranked by ABILITY Network out of nearly 9,000 agencies nationwide.
Making Halloween a little brighter
A Ledyard resident came up with a bright idea for kids trick-or-treating on his dark street.
Waterford group to remove dam to allow alewives to spawn
The dam has been blocking access to spawning waters for alewives since the 1970s.
Salem honors its unsung heroes
Residents were honored for their years of commitment to volunteerism and community service during the Salem Unsung Heroes Awards on Sunday.
POLICE AND FIRE POLICE LOGS
UPDATED: Gas leak prompts evacuation of several homes, businesses in Norwich
The Norwich Fire Department and Norwich Public Utilities blocked off North Main Street and evacuated several homes and businesses after discovering a “significant” gas leak in a line beneath the street Monday afternoon.
Crane falls on New London construction site
No one was injured Monday morning when a crane working on the construction of an apartment complex at the corner of Bank and Howard streets fell to the road.
Rollover on I-395 in Norwich results in minor injuries, backs up traffic
The accident occurred around 3:20 p.m., and the driver and passenger were taken to the hospital for minor injuries, a fire official said.
MILITARY/DEFENSE
Stonington vet continues Veterans Day tradition of walking a marathon
Fordan Bonardi left his house just before 6:30 a.m. Monday, setting out to complete what has become a Veterans Day ritual.
Sprague unveils female combat veteran statue, said to be first in the state
The statue recognizes women's involvement in the military, said state Sen. Cathy Osten, who served on active duty in the Army for four years.
Service dog helps decorated Vietnam vet cope with PTSD
Tom Williamson, who earned five Purple Hearts and was seriously injured several times in combat, recently had to have his injured leg amputated after battling years of infections.
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Former All-State gymnast dies following practice accident
A college gymnast from Connecticut has died following a training accident
38 Rhode Island dams pose safety risk, must be repaired
Nearly 40 dams high hazard dams in Rhode Island were in dangerous conditions and at risk of failing if they are not repaired
2 soccer players suspended for shoving game official
Two Massachusetts high school soccer players who allegedly shoved a game official have been suspended from playing sports
