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Montville · Sports · 10/14/2026

Seven Huskies reach double figures in UConn women’s Mohegan Sun exhibition win

UConn defeated Syracuse 88–60 on October 12; the preseason result does not count toward its regular-season record.

Connecticut · Connecticut · 10/14/2026

Foodshare–UConn survey documents food and household-bill tradeoffs

The October report concerns 524 pantry guests surveyed in 2025; its findings describe respondents, not every Connecticut household.

Stonington · Police & Fire · 10/14/2026

Police reported serious injuries in October 8 Morgan Street crash in Pawcatuck

A driver was hospitalized after a vehicle hit a tree and house; the reviewed reports give no later condition or building-assessment outcome.

East Lyme · Local · 10/14/2026

East Lyme solar hearing will examine ownership and equipment dispute

A November 5 Siting Council proceeding follows residents’ noise complaints; MN8 contests the regulator’s concerns about ownership and inverter replacement.

Norwich · Business · 10/14/2026

Norwich utility rates rise November 1, with wastewater increase largest

NPU’s September announcement lists increases from 2.8% to 15.1%; individual bills will depend on usage and services.

Putnam · Local · 10/14/2026

Day Kimball reports 38 patients reached by new substance-use support program

Project ASSERT connects emergency-department patients with treatment and recovery resources; early placement counts are hospital-reported results.

Stafford · Local · 10/14/2026

Stafford first selectman will work remotely while recovering from ATV crash

William Morrison’s October 13 statement says he remains available for town business after an October 12 accident.

Stafford · Local · 10/14/2026

Stafford compares YMCA and senior-housing visions for former Witt School

Community meetings October 14 and 28 will examine two proposals; the town says no final reuse decision has been made.

Windham · Business · 10/14/2026

Eastern’s free business academy runs October 13–November 12 in Willimantic

Eastern and Liberty Bank list ten evening classes for business owners; any credit offer requires a separate qualifying application.

Connecticut · Connecticut · 10/13/2026

CSCU chancellor says reforms dashboard will go before board October 15

In an October 13 WFSB interview, Natalie Braswell described a response to recommendations on complaint handling. Implementation remains to be verified.

Thompson · Elections · 10/13/2026

Thompson budget passes on fourth try

WINY reports approval in Wednesday’s referendum. The town’s proposal totals $33.09 million; vote totals and an official result certificate were not yet available in the sources reviewed.

Connecticut · Connecticut · 10/13/2026

PURA changes electricity purchasing rules; customer savings remain uncertain

The October 7 framework targets a portion of standard-service power purchases for wholesale markets while retaining fixed-price contracts. It does not establish an immediate bill reduction.

Connecticut · Connecticut · 10/13/2026

Tong and consumer counsel seek review of AI in Connecticut utilities

An October 13 petition asks PURA to examine AI systems, customer-data safeguards and cybersecurity across electric, gas and water companies. No ruling on the request has been verified.

Groton · Police & Fire · 10/13/2026

Groton Town police seek help identifying person in September TJ Maxx case

The department’s October 13 appeal asks people with information to reference case 26-25572 and use its anonymous-tip form.

Pomfret · Local · 10/13/2026

Nick’s Nightmare schedules three Pomfret nights for Little League fundraiser

The October 23, 24 and 30 sessions are listed from 6:30–9:30 p.m. at the Pomfret-Eastford Little League field on Route 97.

Montville · Local · 10/13/2026

Montville announces Black Hawk helicopter viewing before soccer senior night

The police department’s flyer schedules public viewing at Montville High School from 4:30–5:30 p.m. October 14, before the boys’ senior-night game.

Woodstock · Arts & Culture · 10/13/2026

Foreigner tribute Double Vision scheduled at Woodstock’s Loos Center

The October 24 performance begins at 7:30 p.m.; the venue lists tickets at $41–$61 and admission for ages 4 and older.

Killingly · Sports · 10/13/2026

Ellis Tech reported five-set volleyball win over Goodwin Tech

The October 7 school report says a 3–2 Monday victory brought the Golden Eagles’ record to 10–1 at that point in the season.

Killingly · Local · 10/13/2026

Killingly plans October 24 Halloween block party and light parade

Main Street trick-or-treating and a Davis Park party run 4–6p.m., followed by a 6:15p.m. parade. Organizers plan a Main Street traffic closure.

Thompson · Police & Fire · 10/13/2026

Six East Thompson firefighters continue Firefighter II training

The department’s October 13 update lists rescue and equipment training and says the six students have about four weeks remaining.