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.
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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.
Vernon · Business · 10/13/2026
Doro Marketplace signs lease for Vernon café location
Permit planning is underway at 212 Talcottville Road, Patch reports.
Vernon · Police & Fire · 10/13/2026
Vernon resident faces DUI and child-endangerment charges
South Windsor police reported an October 7 arrest; guilt has not been established.
Colchester · Local · 10/13/2026
Colchester data-center concept draws opposition as formal review remains ahead
Town records show the Old Amston Road proposal is still at the preliminary stage. A zone-change application and public hearing would be required before approval.
Connecticut · Connecticut · 10/13/2026
New Windsor Locks station opens Sunday with expanded Bradley Airport connection
Hartford Line and Amtrak service moves to 231 Main Street on October 18, alongside daily Route 24 airport buses.
Norwich · Police & Fire · 10/13/2026
Norwich fire department plans free smoke-detector giveaway Saturday
East Great Plain volunteers plan to distribute 100 donated alarms October 17, while supplies last.