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Buying Olivia Rodrigo tickets? Watch this first…
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- Buying Olivia Rodrigo tickets? Watch this first…
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
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- Lots of us are talking about Olivia Rodrigo kicking off her tour in Hartford and we’re wondering about why some sites already appear to be selling tickets.
Andrew Rowan looked into it.
#OliviaRodrigo #Concert #Tickets
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- How New Haven entrepreneurs are growing their businesses with local support
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- 10 days ago
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- It’s National Small Business Week, and in New Haven, local entrepreneurs are sharing how city and state resources are helping them grow.
One example: the owners of Arwa Yemeni Coffee, who transformed an empty space into a thriving business in just a few months. They say guidance from city departments helped speed up the process and navigate permits and regulations.
City officials and community partners are highlighting programs designed to support entrepreneurs at every stage — from early business ideas to expansion.
Events throughout the week aim to connect business owners with funding opportunities, training programs, and networking resources.
With hundreds of small businesses across New Haven, leaders say access to these tools can make a major difference in long-term success.
NBC Connecticut’s Jennifer Cuevas reports.
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- How Milford is combatting human trafficking
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- 10 days ago
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- Can an ordinance combat human trafficking? Some advocates think so!
It’s important to note, according to experts CT law requires hotel/motel workers to be trained to spot signs of human trafficking!
#lawenforecement #connecticut #ctnews
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- Home buying myth vs reality
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- 10 days ago
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- 🏡 No down payment. No closing costs. No perfect credit.That’s why some first‑time buyers are turning to a NACA mortgage to afford a home in today’s tough housing market.
#FirstTimeHomeBuyer #AffordableHousing #MortgageTips #HomeBuying #RealEstateNews
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- Did you get this scam text today?
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
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- ⚠️ Public Alert: Phishing & Impersonation Scam ⚠️The Connecticut Judicial Branch has identified a targeted phishing and impersonation campaign falsely claiming to represent the CT Judicial Branch and Superior Court. Scammers are using text messages, emails, and phone calls—some highly convincing—to cite fake warrants, citations, or fines and demand immediate payment.
🚫 The Judicial Branch will NOT request payments via text, email, or unsolicited calls.
🔒 Stay alert. Do not click links, share personal information, or send money.
Learn how to protect yourself and report scams.
#ConnecticutJudicialBranch #CTCourts #ScamAlert #PhishingScam
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- Inside East Hartford’s adaptive field day — built for students of all abilities
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- 10 days ago
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- More than 250 students in East Hartford are getting their own field day — designed for kids of all abilities.
The district’s annual adaptive field day features more than 20 activities, from soccer to foam stations, giving students with disabilities the chance to fully participate, compete, and have fun.
The event was organized by a physical therapist who saw that many students couldn’t take part in traditional field day activities. After a rainout forced last year’s event indoors, this year brought perfect weather — and even bigger plans.
Students, families, teachers, and volunteers all joined in, creating an inclusive environment where everyone could take part.
Organizers say the goal is simple: make sure every student feels included — and they plan to keep the tradition going.
NBC Connecticut’s David Horwitz reports from East Hartford.
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- Lamont signs new ICE restrictions bill as legal fight with Trump escalates
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- 10 days ago
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- Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont has signed a new bill aimed at holding federal immigration agents accountable — a move that could intensify an ongoing legal battle with the Trump administration.
The law allows residents to sue federal law enforcement officers in state court over alleged civil rights violations. It also requires warrants for arrests in sensitive locations like schools and houses of worship, and bans officers from wearing masks or concealing their identity.
The legislation comes after Connecticut expanded its Trust Act last year, limiting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. In response, the Trump administration filed a lawsuit against the state in April.
Democrats say the new law is about protecting constitutional rights, while Republicans argue it could harm local law enforcement and may not hold up in federal court.
NBC Connecticut’s Mike Savino reports from the State Capitol as lawmakers continue to...
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- Seeing Olivia Rodrigo tickets already? Here’s the red flag
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
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- Olivia Rodrigo is set to kick off her next world tour in Hartford — but some tickets are already showing up for sale online before the official release.
So what’s going on?
Consumer advocates warn about “speculative tickets,” where sellers list seats they may not actually have yet — promising they can deliver them later.
While resale platforms say some sellers may have early access through presales or seat licenses, experts say there’s still risk for buyers. In some cases, fans could receive refunds if tickets fall through — but still miss out on the show entirely.
With presales and general ticket sales just days away, advocates say the safest move is to start with official sellers, look for instant delivery, and avoid listings without clear seat details.
NBC Connecticut’s Andrew Rowan explains what to watch for before buying.
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- Baby Yoda running the bases?
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
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- #Starwarsday came early to Dunkin Park! What's your favorite event night at the park?
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- Middletown family remembers life lost too soon
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
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- A Middletown family is honoring the life of Xzavier Reyes, remembered for his love, support, and impact on those around him.
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- Pain at the pump as gas prices continue to rise
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- Gas is up to over $4 a gallon on average across Connecticut and there’s no sign of a price decrease any time soon.
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- Telework at DCF under fire following Child Advocate letter | NBC Connecticut
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- The 'Lobzilla' | NBC Connecticut
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- This is the Lobzilla, a two-foot-log lobster roll packed with two pounds of lobster meat! The Clam Castle in Madison rolled out this bad boy and people have been coming from all over to try it at $180 a roll.
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- Former Waterbury water superintendent arrested, charged with forgery
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- The former water superintendent for the City of Waterbury was arrested on Thursday night and is accused of forgery, a week after he resigned amid misconduct allegations, police said.
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- Families welcome home sailors as USS Texas sub returns to New London
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- The submarine returned to Groton-New London on Friday reuniting sailors with their awaiting families.
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- 4 more Metro North branches in Naugatuck Valley to receive upgrades as ridership climbs
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- Riders will have to deal with temporary bus services as the stations are upgraded.
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- Connecticut DCF telework under fire: Child advocate warns remote work may be hurting child safety
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- A growing controversy is unfolding around Connecticut’s Department of Children and Families (DCF) and its telework policy.
A new memo and findings from the Office of the Child Advocate are raising serious concerns about whether remote work is impacting child safety. While telework became standard during the pandemic—and remains part of union agreements—critics say the policy may be weakening oversight, supervision, and collaboration inside the agency.
According to a recent report, face-to-face visits did not happen in roughly 40% of reviewed in-home cases in 2024 and 2025. The Child Advocate called that “alarming” and urged stricter performance standards for remote work.
Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are now weighing in, questioning whether DCF staff working remotely are missing critical training and support. Meanwhile, a former DCF employee told NBC Connecticut Investigates that many inside the system believe bringing workers bac...
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- Avon daycare closure after child sex assault charges: families scrambling as investigation expands
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- Families in Avon are scrambling after an abrupt partial closure at the BrightPath daycare facility, tied to an ongoing criminal investigation.
A former employee, Jan Carlos Berrios-Otero, is charged with sexually assaulting five boys between the ages of 3 and 5 during nap time. Police say a review of surveillance footage uncovered six incidents over a 22-day period.
Originally, the daycare planned to shut down the entire multi-building facility on May 22. But in a sudden move, parents were notified that two buildings would close immediately, impacting roughly half of the children enrolled.
State officials say “additional information” raised serious concerns about child safety and how the program was being managed, though specific details have not been released.
Police confirm the investigation is ongoing, including a review of digital evidence. Attorneys representing families are also urging anyone with concerns dating back severa...
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- Democrat representative accuses GOP lawmaker of harassment as law enforcement bill debate stalls
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- State Rep. Nick Menapace took to social media late Thursday night after hours of debate on a bill that would allow lawsuits against law enforcement was paused.
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- Nonprofit offering people a chance at home ownership
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- The Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America is holding a three-day event in Hartford giving people a chance to buy a home with no down payment, no closing costs, and no fees.
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- Man gets 34 years in prison in plea deal for killing Vernon woman in 2023
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- Nearly three years after the death of 22-year-old Anastasia Paul, Abdul Mboob admitted to killing her.
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- Waterbury's mayor and police chief discuss the arrest of the city's former water superintendent
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- The former water superintendent for the City of Waterbury was arrested on Thursday night and is accused of forgery, a week after he resigned amid misconduct allegations, police said.
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- The emotional story behind a Kentucky Derby underdog worth rooting for
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- One of the best parts of the Kentucky Derby is the personal stories of the horses, their trainers and the jockeys. Kevin Nathan spoke with hall of fame jockey Jerry Bailey about who he thinks has one of the best storylines this year.
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- Will there be a blue moon in May? | NBC Connecticut
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- May 2026 will see a blue moon! However, they’re not actually blue, and they’re really not that rare. #bluemoon #fullmoon #moon #may
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- Why Connecticut Hospitals Are on the Brink — And Who’s Making Money | Face More Facts
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- This week Mike and Mike spoke with Senator Saud Anwar (D-South Windsor), who's also an ICU doctor breaks down what’s really happening inside the healthcare system — from hospitals nearly shutting down to the growing role of private equity and insurance companies.
Why are hospitals struggling financially?
Who’s actually making money in healthcare?
And what changes could impact patients across Connecticut and beyond?
This conversation covers:
- The near-closure of multiple CT hospitals
- How private equity is reshaping healthcare
- The battle over vaccine policy and federal changes
- The future of insurance, Medicaid, and public options
- Emerging treatments like psychedelics for PTSD
If you’ve ever wondered why healthcare feels broken — this explains it.
0:00 – Hospitals on the brink in Connecticut
1:30 – How private equity makes money off hospitals
3:20 – “Bad out...
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- Sen. Anwar on vaccines and changes in CT
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- Mike and Mike talked to Sen. Saud Anwar (D-South Windsor) about how the changes in CDC guidelines have pushed Connecticut toward change.
#facemorefacts #vaccines #cdc
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- FBI investigating rise in smash and grab robberies in CT, NY and New England
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- The FBI New Haven Violent Crimes Taskforce is working with local and state police to investigate these robberies and burglaries.
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- Critical letter opens up investigation, scrutiny into DCF as Connecticut lawmakers push reforms
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- The Office of the Child Advocate has opened an investigation into the Department of Children and Families after the suicide of a child who had been visited by a DCF worker.
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- Investigation into DCF after scathing letter from child advocate office | NBC Connecticut
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- Talking Rain Showers and Weekend!
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- We're diving into today's rain and looking ahead to the weekend.
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- New Haven students get large floor hockey donation
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- The donation of equipment was to expose the sport to the kids and help them learn the foundations.
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- Several wrongful convictions in New Haven date back to the 1990s
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- According to one attorney, there are at least 12 wrongful convictions that have been overturned dating back to the 1990s in New Haven.
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- Operator charged in fatal 2024 boat crash in Old Saybrook rejects plea deal
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
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- The man accused of being drunk when he crashed a boat into the breakwall at the mouth of the Connecticut River on Labor Day in 2024, killing three men, rejected a plea deal on Thursday that would have put him in prison for 15 years.
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- Child advocate investigates DCF after child’s suicide following caseworker visit
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
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- Connecticut’s Office of the Child Advocate has launched an investigation into the Department of Children and Families (DCF) after a child died by suicide shortly after a visit from a caseworker.
According to the acting child advocate, the child told a DCF worker they did not feel safe at home and wanted to be placed in foster care. Despite a history of instability, including housing issues and lack of school enrollment, DCF determined removal was not an option.
The child died within an hour of that visit.
The Office of the Child Advocate says it is “increasingly alarmed” by case practices and is calling for reforms, including more support for caseworkers and expanded foster care resources.
DCF says it has launched its own review and is committed to improving oversight, transparency, and accountability.
NBC Connecticut has reached out for additional comment.
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- No doctor in the ICU: A Connecticut family demands answers | Say More
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
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- A Connecticut family is speaking out after their son Conor died less than 24 hours after being admitted to a hospital for what appeared to be dehydration.
In this episode of Say More, Conor’s father shares the timeline of events — from a routine hospital visit to a devastating early morning phone call — and the shocking details that followed. The family alleges there was no doctor physically present in the ICU overnight, communication failures, and critical delays in care.
An attorney representing the family breaks down what investigators found and why a lawsuit has been filed, raising larger questions about hospital staffing, telehealth in critical care, and patient rights.
This conversation is difficult — but it raises questions every family should hear.
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- Some teachers, sports reinstated in New Britain school budget with extra state funding
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
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- Some teachers will get to keep their jobs in New Britain with a boost in funding from the state.
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- Some teachers, sports reinstated in New Britain school budget with state funds | NBC Connecticut
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
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- Gas prices continue to climb
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
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- Gas prices in Connecticut are up more than $0.20 a gallon since last week.
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- Warrants reveal disturbing new details about alleged sexual assaults at Avon daycare
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- New details are being revealed about a former Avon daycare worker accused of sexually assaulting multiple children at BrightPath Avon Early Learning and Child Care Center after he was arraigned in Torrington on Wednesday.
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- ‘The Gampel Collection' to open in Evergreen Walk offering fans a chance at memorabilia
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- Fans can get an upclose look at memorabilia from Gampel Pavilion and even take some home.
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- DOT approves red light and speed cameras in Hamden
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- Red light and speed cameras will be coming to several areas of Hamden as early as July.
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- New apartments, businesses aim to reconnect Hartford's North End with downtown
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- Construction is complete on dozens of new apartments and commercial space near Dunkin’ Park, marking a milestone in efforts to reconnect Hartford’s North End with downtown.
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- Bipartisan push in Connecticut to fix prison medical care
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- The push comes after reports highlighted issues with inmates getting needed medical care and appointments.
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- Surveillance video shows suspects stealing from Kay Jewelers in Wethersfield
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- Three men walked into a Kay Jewelers at 6 p.m. on Friday, smashed jewelry cases, and stole “numerous jewelry items,” police said.
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- Wren Kitchen customers left in limbo after company announces abrupt closure of showroom
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- Some have paid thousands for new kitchens but now don’t know what to do after Wren Kitchens announced it was shuttering its showrooms and locations in Home Depots across the state.
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- Hartford Athletic goalkeeper coach tapped by Ghana for World Cup
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- Dan Gaspar has been appointed the goalkeeper coach for the Ghana National Team ahead of the tournament this summer.
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- Bear captured taking cover off backyard hot tub | NBC Connecticut
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- Smarter than the average bear?
Thank you to Charles Bell for sending us this video from Avon!
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- Video shows suspects stealing from jewelry store | NBC Connecticut
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- Three men walked into a Kay Jewelers at 6 p.m. on Friday, smashed jewelry cases, and stole "numerous jewelry items," police said.
The men were wearing masks and all black clothing and used a hammer to smash the cases, according to police.
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- Soaring fresh tomato prices impacting Greater New Haven pizzerias | NBC Connecticut
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- Visit https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/ for the latest in news, weather, entertainment, sports and other great content.
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- Soaring fresh tomato prices impacting Greater New Haven pizzerias
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- Connecticut may be the pizza capital of the world, but the price of a key ingredient has been soaring recently, and it’s impacting the places that make our beloved apizza.
