Mansfield · Arts & Culture · 10/13/2026
Storrs forum to explore the craft behind stop-motion puppets
Ballard Institute’s free October 28 discussion features UConn alum Maggie Flanagan and moderator Allison Paul.
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Tolland · Police & Fire · 10/13/2026
UConn coach faces charges tied to August Tolland crash
October reports cite state police allegations; court appearance scheduled for October 14.
Waterford · Business · 10/13/2026
Electric Boat could receive $25 million in Waterford redevelopment incentives
Reported tax benefits are conditional; they are not an immediate cash payment.
Windham · Education · 10/13/2026
Windham schools receive $175,000 attendance-outreach grant
District’s October 5 report cites improving attendance and a new 60-day challenge; early-year figures remain preliminary.
Groton · Business · 10/13/2026
Groton firm awarded nearly $50 million for Navy research and design
Applied Physical Sciences contract calls for Groton-based work through September 2030; $3 million was initially obligated.
Groton · Courts · 10/13/2026
Former Groton housing director pleaded not guilty to federal fraud charges
September 24 federal announcement alleges misuse of Groton housing funds in a loan scheme.
Tolland · Courts · 10/13/2026
Diamantis received seven-year sentence in bribery case tied to Tolland school
September 30 sentencing included conduct involving Birch Grove Primary School; restitution remained unresolved.
Vernon · Courts · 10/13/2026
Vernon business owner admits $1.3 million health-care fraud
Jacqueline Pelphrey pleaded guilty October 6; federal prosecutors say December 29 sentencing is scheduled in Bridgeport.
North Stonington · Arts & Culture · 10/13/2026
North Stonington plans Saturday light parade and Main Street block party
Frights & Lights begins at 4:30 p.m. October 17; the parade is scheduled to reach Main Street around 7:30 p.m.
Pomfret · Education · 10/13/2026
Pomfret science classes examine environmental research through news
An October school report describes recurring presentations on environmental challenges and proposed solutions.
Pomfret · Education · 10/13/2026
International criminal lawyer returns to Pomfret for student discussions
Alumnus Kip Hale discussed public-interest work and career exploration during the school’s visiting-alumnus program.
Putnam · Local · 10/13/2026
Putnam district voters to consider $100,000 roof-funding transfer tonight
Special district meeting will consider using building reserves for the Church Street police/fire station roof.
Chaplin · Local · 10/13/2026
Chaplin awarded $85,993 for Helen Garrison open-space project
State funding supports planning, construction, maintenance and amenities; the announcement does not set a completion date.
Stafford · Police & Fire · 10/13/2026
Stafford driver faces nine charges after reported sidewalk incident
Patch’s October 9 account cites a state police report about an October 3 encounter near Town Hall.
Tolland · Education · 10/13/2026
Regional teen leadership program plans October 27 start
Tolland Youth Services and partner agencies are offering a 12-week program, according to Patch.
Willington · Police & Fire · 10/13/2026
Willington senior-housing fire seriously injures resident
Several others were taken to hospitals after the October 9 fire; its cause remains under investigation.
Ellington · Local · 10/13/2026
Ellington considers one-year pause on data centers
Officials are reviewing farmland impacts, resource demand and future zoning rules.
Ledyard · Local · 10/13/2026
Ledyard weighs separate planning and zoning boards
Tonight’s committee review will consider costs, staffing and how applications are handled.
Somers · Business · 10/13/2026
Somers seeks a new use for former Village Players building
Proposals for the Mill Pond Park property are due October 21.
Stonington · Local · 10/13/2026
Stonington seeks public input on 2027–28 capital requests
An October 15 hearing covers major equipment, facilities and infrastructure proposals.