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Eastern CT · Courts · 10/13/2026

Local legal notices: Ledyard land hearing and Killingly bridge comments

October 13 roundup of selected upcoming public-notice dates, with original documents and participation details.

Connecticut · Connecticut · 10/13/2026

Breeze announces New Haven–Myrtle Beach flights for May 2027

The October 13 announcement lists Wednesday and Saturday service starting May 26.

Connecticut · Connecticut · 10/13/2026

Survey report highlights financial barriers to abortion care in Connecticut

Connecticut Public’s October 13 account describes respondents’ reported delays and related costs.

Connecticut · Connecticut · 10/13/2026

Murphy outlines campaign travel and Connecticut rally plans

The senator described his October organizing plans in an October 12 CT Mirror interview.

Connecticut · Connecticut · 10/13/2026

Parent-led walk highlights Connecticut special-education funding concerns

An October 12 report connects a Meriden fundraiser with broader staffing and funding pressures.

Connecticut · Connecticut · 10/13/2026

Stop & Shop website and app remain offline; unfulfilled online orders will be refunded

The retailer’s October 14 notice says stores, pharmacies and fuel stations remain open. The parent company’s controlled system restart does not mean all customer services are restored.

Tolland · Local · 10/13/2026

Great Tolland Pumpkin fundraiser supports future firefighters

Today’s WFSB report connects the returning display with Tolland Explorers Post 40.

Connecticut · Connecticut · 10/13/2026

Connecticut announces $12.7 million heating-assistance supplement

Today’s CEAP announcement includes application guidance and a legislative review period for the proposed funding.

Mansfield · Education · 10/13/2026

UConn study examines how support reaches dementia caregivers

Researchers found that help offered to a spouse with dementia can also be experienced as support by their caregiver.

Mansfield · Education · 10/13/2026

UConn researcher receives $3.5 million for immune-aging research

The five-year NIH project will test an experimental stem-cell approach; it is not an available treatment.

Colchester · Police & Fire · 10/13/2026

State raised reward in fatal Colchester hit-and-run to $25,000

A September 21 prosecutor’s notice increased the reward for information leading to arrest and conviction in the 2024 Route 2 case.

Groton · Courts · 10/13/2026

Groton driver sentenced after fatal Fishtown Road crash

Hearst reports an October 1 prison sentence in the 2024 crash. This court brief distinguishes that report from the original police allegations.

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.

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.