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High School Sports to Start January 19th, But Not for Griswold

Superintendent Sean McKenna sent out a communication today to parents stating that there will be another week of distance learning for the week of January 19, 2021. At the beginning of 2021, students returned after the holiday break to the hybrid model on January 4th.  Just 2 a couple of days into the hybrid model,

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Governor Lamont Announces Deployment of More Than 100 Members of the Connecticut National Guard To Washington, D.C.

  (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that at the request of United States National Guard officials, he is authorizing the deployment of more than 100 members of the Connecticut National Guard to Washington, D.C. to aid and facilitate the peaceful transition of presidential power. This includes members of the Connecticut National Guard’s

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CT News – Heroin and Over $300,000 Cash Seized In New Haven Drug Bust

[rl_gallery id=”14572″] On Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at approximately 5:00 a.m., the Connecticut State Police Statewide Narcotics Task Force (SNTF-Southwest Office) assisted by State Police Gangs Unit (SUVCCCTF), the SNTF-Northwest Office, and the Bridgeport Police Department, executed a search warrant at 129 Huntington Road, New Haven. This was based on an investigation that developed information

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This Week the CIAC Will Announce the Fate of Winter High School Sports In Connecticut

Winter sports is still up in the air for High Schools and private clubs since COVID-19 levels continue to spike. There are many rumors out there staking a claim as to what is or is going to happen with winter sports. Since the beginning of COVID-19 a little over 10 months ago, the State of

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JEWETT CITY SAVINGS BANK FOUNDATION GRANTS $28,700 TO SUPPORT EMERGENCY SERVICES PROVIDERS

JEWETT CITY, CONNECTICUT, January 12, 2021… The Jewett City Savings Bank Foundation announced recently that it has awarded $28,700 in grants to 27 emergency service organizations in the Bank’s market area. “Jewett City Savings Bank appreciates the courageous emergency services providers who put their lives at risk to ensure we all stay safe and healthy.

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Not Sure Where You Can Get a COVID-19 Test? Look Here!

Not sure on where you can obtain a COVID-19 test?  Here are some locations that offer Free Testing   COVID TESTING: UNCAS HEALTH: WHERE CAN I GET TESTED? Visit https://uncashd.org/covid-19-testing-in-ct/ for testing sites and locations. 9am – 11am Testing Monday-Friday at The Edward & Mary Lord Family Health Center, 47 Town Street, Norwich (UCFS) Monday – Friday: No appointment necessary. (860)

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Weekly Wellbeing Resources supplied by our friends at Griswold Pride

Weekly Wellbeing Resources supplied by our friends at Griswold Pride Week of January 11th   Career Wellbeing How to Tell Your Boss You’re Burned Out – Almost half of U.S. workers report feeling burned out as a result of pandemic-related factors, such as remote work and longer hours, fear of unsafe working conditions, and concerns about job

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Arriaga To Replace Retiring Surprenant As Police Chief

After 25 years of service with the Plainfield Police Department, Chief of Police, Michael G. Surprenant, announced his retirement from the department effective January 31, 2021.  The Plainfield Police Commission stated during the meeting on 12/22/20 that it “comes as no surprise” and thanked him for his service as well as during the difficult times

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BREAKING: Car Drives Into River In Danielson, Dive Team Called

At approximately 11:15 AM on Saturday, January 9, 2021, a vehicle went into the Quinebaug River in the area of Water St in Danielson. According to an eye witness, the car was only partially submerged in the water and the driver was conscious throughout. Lifestar Helicopter, which landed at St. James Church, did respond and

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Plainfield and State Police Investigate Bomb Threat

  On January 8, 2021 at approximately 5:49 P.M. the Plainfield Police Department received a bomb threat from an unknown number directed towards an address on Pickett Road in Central Village, CT.   Members of the Plainfield Police Department responded to the scene and with the assistance of the Central Village Fire Department and Connecticut

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Griswold School Campus to Move All Schools to Distance Learning Starting Monday

Following up on a story that broke on Thursday where Griswold Public Schools announced that the High School would be reverting back to all distance learning as of Friday, January 8, now the entire campus will be moving to full distance learning immediately. A letter went out to parents on Thursday also stating there was

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Sen. Somers Begins Third Term As 18th District Connecticut Senator

During a Jan. 6 outdoor ceremony at Connecticut’s State Capitol, Senator Heather Somers (center) was sworn-in for a third term representing the 18th Senate District. The district includes Griswold, Groton, North Stonington, Plainfield, Preston, Sterling, Stonington and Voluntown. In addition to serving as Deputy Senate Republican Leader, Somers is the lead Republican on the state legislature’s

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Griswold Back To Full Distance Learning, Will it Affect the Beginning of Winter Sports?

According to Griswold Public Schools Superintendent Sean McKenna, the campus will once again move to full distance learning after only 4 days back from the last full remote learning which started just before the holiday break until January 4th. McKenna says in a letter to Griswold Parents that a member of the school community tested

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Jewett City Savings Bank Foundation Grants $8,500 to Support Health Services Organizations

JEWETT CITY, CONNECTICUT, January 5, 2021… The Jewett City Savings Bank Foundation announced recently that it has awarded a total of $8,500 to support five health services organizations. “As 2020 has taught us, the importance of health can never be underestimated. The Jewett City Savings Bank Foundation is proud to support the programs and organizations

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Eversource Encourages Customers to Take Advantage of Payment Assistance and Protection Programs

BERLIN, Conn. (Jan. 6, 2020) – With the start of a new year, Eversource is reminding customers to enroll in one of its payment plans or assistance programs to protect them from service disconnection by calling 800-286-2828. Both residential and nonresidential customers are eligible for payment arrangements at this time. Any residential customers experiencing difficulty paying their utility

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Jewett City Water Company Proposing To Raise Water Pricing

The Jewett City Water Company wants to raise your rates to the tune of 33.20% over last year or $579,547. Jewett City water has requested these increases to be approved by the Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority. Metered water customers would receive a 27.55% increase while public fire protection would be increased an astronomical 63.79%.

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Sterling Woman Suffers Injuries In Single Car Accident

On January 4, 2021 at approximately 7:33 AM, members of the Plainfield Police Department, American Legion Ambulance, and Moosup Fire Department responded to the scene of a one-car motor vehicle crash on Sterling Hill Road in the Moosup section of Plainfield, Connecticut. Following an investigation, it was determined that a 2014 Nissan Frontier being operated

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Official Press Release From Connecticut State Police Regarding Passing of Retired State Trooper

It is with deep regret that the Connecticut State Police announce the untimely passing of retired Trooper First Class Patrick Dragon #705 of Brooklyn, CT. TFC Dragon passed away Saturday, January 2, 2021, at Hartford Hospital. TFC Dragon was a proud member of the 107th Training Troop and entered the State Police Training Academy on

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Plainfield Police Looking For Public Assistance With Car Fire Investigation

On January 2, 2021 at approximately 4:41 A.M., the Plainfield Police Department along with Atwood Hose Fire Department responded to a parked vehicle on fire in the area of 147 South Walnut Street in Wauregan. Upon arrival of Atwood Hose Fire Department, the fire was extinguished and the vehicle was determined to be unoccupied. The

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Dayville Man Throws Drugs Out His Car Window, Plainfield K-9 Vail Finds Additional In His Car

On December 31, 2020 at approximately 7:52 P.M., the Plainfield Police Department arrested 29 year old David Demuth of Dayville.  While conducting a patrol check of Citgo located at 65 East Main Street, Central Village, CT, an Officer observed a blue Subaru Outback exit the parking lot at a high rate of speed. The Officer

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