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VIDEO: Bowling alleys implement new safety measures to reopen on Wednesday
Welcome,Bowling alleys will be reopening as part of Phase 2 of the state’s plan on Wednesday.×××Keep it Clean. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd,racist or sexually-oriented language.PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK.Don't Threaten. Threats of harming anotherperson will not be tolerated.Be Truthful. Don't knowingly lie about anyoneor anything.Be Nice. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ismthat is degrading to another person.Be Proactive. Use the 'Report' link oneach comment to let us know of abusive posts.Share with Us. We'd love to hear eyewitnessaccounts, the history behind an article.…Welcome,Bowling alleys will be reopening as part of Phase 2 of the state’s plan on Wednesday.×××Keep it Clean. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd,racist or sexually-oriented language.PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK.Don't Threaten. Threats of harming anotherperson will not be tolerated.Be Truthful. Don't knowingly lie about anyoneor anything.Be Nice. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ismthat is degrading to another person.Be Proactive. Use the 'Report' link oneach comment to let us know of abusive posts.Share with Us. We'd love to hear eyewitnessaccounts, the history behind an article.WW…
2 dead in explosion on West Haven VA campus
You are the owner of this article.You have permission to edit this article.Welcome,Emergency crews were called to the VA campus in West Haven on the morning of Nov. 13.Two people were killed in an explosion on the West Haven Veterans Affairs campus.WEST HAVEN, CT (WFSB) - Two people were killed and one was hurt in an explosion on the West Haven Veterans Affairs campus.Sen. Richard Blumenthal confirmed the deaths to Channel 3.The VA hospital is located on Campbell Avenue, but the incident appears to have happened near the rear of the building in the Crest Street area.Crews were called there...…You are the owner of this article.You have permission to edit this article.Welcome,Emergency crews were called to the VA campus in West Haven on the morning of Nov. 13.Two people were killed in an explosion on the West Haven Veterans Affairs campus.WEST HAVEN, CT (WFSB) - Two people were killed and one was hurt in an explosion on the West Haven Veterans Affairs campus.Sen. Richard Blumenthal confirmed the deaths to Channel 3.The VA hospital is located on Campbell Avenue, but the incident appears to have happened near the rear of the building in the Crest Street area.Crews were called there...WW…
350 students, 20 teachers in Connecticut town quarantined
You have permission to edit this article.Welcome,NEW CANAAN, Conn. (AP) — More than 350 students and 20 teachers in a wealthy Connecticut suburb are in quarantine after a new round of coronavirus testing turned up 15 infections, according to the local school district.New Canaan schools on Tuesday reported 13 students and two teachers tested positive, days after all 540 COVID-19 tests of students came back negative, the Stamford Advocate . There were also 26 new positive tests last weekend, First Selectman Kevin Moynihan said.“We continue to see cases spread from gatherings, dinner parties,...…You have permission to edit this article.Welcome,NEW CANAAN, Conn. (AP) — More than 350 students and 20 teachers in a wealthy Connecticut suburb are in quarantine after a new round of coronavirus testing turned up 15 infections, according to the local school district.New Canaan schools on Tuesday reported 13 students and two teachers tested positive, days after all 540 COVID-19 tests of students came back negative, the Stamford Advocate . There were also 26 new positive tests last weekend, First Selectman Kevin Moynihan said.“We continue to see cases spread from gatherings, dinner parties,...WW…
Ch. 3 poll results show 92% are against controversial police reform bill
You have permission to edit this article.Welcome,HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) -- After the state Senate passed a controversial police reform bill early Wednesday morning, Channel 3 wanted to hear from the public on the matter.Wednesday’s poll was up live on the Channel 3 app for 12 hours, and was showcased during multiple newscasts.At the time voting closed, the poll, which is not a scientific one, garnered nearly 9,000 responses.It asked the question ‘Do you think Gov. Lamont should sign the police accountability bill?’At the time the poll closed, 92 percent (8,175 votes) said he shouldn’t, voting...…You have permission to edit this article.Welcome,HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) -- After the state Senate passed a controversial police reform bill early Wednesday morning, Channel 3 wanted to hear from the public on the matter.Wednesday’s poll was up live on the Channel 3 app for 12 hours, and was showcased during multiple newscasts.At the time voting closed, the poll, which is not a scientific one, garnered nearly 9,000 responses.It asked the question ‘Do you think Gov. Lamont should sign the police accountability bill?’At the time the poll closed, 92 percent (8,175 votes) said he shouldn’t, voting...WW…
Dunkin' is closing 800 US locations
You have permission to edit this article.Welcome,(CNN) - Dunkin' is permanently closing 8% of its United States locations, which amounts to roughly 800 restaurants.The company announced the changes in its second quarter earnings, released Thursday. Dunkin' described the closures as "real estate portfolio rationalization" and said the are in "low-volume sales locations" that only represent 2% of its US sales as of 2019.More than half of the closures are in Speedway convenience stores, a change it previously announced in February. These locations are set to be closed by the end of this...…You have permission to edit this article.Welcome,(CNN) - Dunkin' is permanently closing 8% of its United States locations, which amounts to roughly 800 restaurants.The company announced the changes in its second quarter earnings, released Thursday. Dunkin' described the closures as "real estate portfolio rationalization" and said the are in "low-volume sales locations" that only represent 2% of its US sales as of 2019.More than half of the closures are in Speedway convenience stores, a change it previously announced in February. These locations are set to be closed by the end of this...WW…
Hartford to start school on Wednesday as systems restored following cyber attack
You are the owner of this article.You have permission to edit this article.Welcome,A ransomware attack forced officials to cancel Hartford Public Schools' first day of school.HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - A ransomware attack forced officials to cancel Hartford Public Schools' first day of school.There was no in-person or online classes on Tuesday for Hartford Public School students.Late in the afternoon on Tuesday, school leaders said all systems impacted were restored, and that classes would begin on Wednesday.A letter to parents said:"Let’s try this again! We are pleased to announce that Hartford...…You are the owner of this article.You have permission to edit this article.Welcome,A ransomware attack forced officials to cancel Hartford Public Schools' first day of school.HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - A ransomware attack forced officials to cancel Hartford Public Schools' first day of school.There was no in-person or online classes on Tuesday for Hartford Public School students.Late in the afternoon on Tuesday, school leaders said all systems impacted were restored, and that classes would begin on Wednesday.A letter to parents said:"Let’s try this again! We are pleased to announce that Hartford...WW…
Student at Naugatuck High School tests positive for COVID-19
You are the owner of this article.You have permission to edit this article.Welcome,NAUGATUCK, CT (WFSB) -- Naugatuck High School dismissed early on Wednesday after a student tested positive for COVID-19.School officials said the student was last at the school building on Tuesday. Officials said they were made aware of the positive test on Wednesday, according to a letter that was sent to parents.The student, who is in 12th grade, does not ride a school bus, and was assigned to the group that attends school in-person on Tuesdays and Thursdays.“Obviously, given our current context, we’re...…You are the owner of this article.You have permission to edit this article.Welcome,NAUGATUCK, CT (WFSB) -- Naugatuck High School dismissed early on Wednesday after a student tested positive for COVID-19.School officials said the student was last at the school building on Tuesday. Officials said they were made aware of the positive test on Wednesday, according to a letter that was sent to parents.The student, who is in 12th grade, does not ride a school bus, and was assigned to the group that attends school in-person on Tuesdays and Thursdays.“Obviously, given our current context, we’re...WW…
DPH releases Halloween guidelines, recommends avoiding traditional trick-or-treating
You are the owner of this article.You have permission to edit this article.Welcome,HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) – Connecticut’s Department of Public Health has issued guidance regarding Halloween, saying that traditional trick-or-treating is considered high risk.On Thursday, DPH said that traditional Halloween activities carry a high risk for spreading COVID-19, but offered lower or moderate risk alternatives.Events that DPH are telling people to avoid are:Some events that DPH says families should consider are:For people who do choose to hand out candy, DPH is saying make sure you wear a face...…You are the owner of this article.You have permission to edit this article.Welcome,HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) – Connecticut’s Department of Public Health has issued guidance regarding Halloween, saying that traditional trick-or-treating is considered high risk.On Thursday, DPH said that traditional Halloween activities carry a high risk for spreading COVID-19, but offered lower or moderate risk alternatives.Events that DPH are telling people to avoid are:Some events that DPH says families should consider are:For people who do choose to hand out candy, DPH is saying make sure you wear a face...WW…
Connecticut now considered a top state for people who are moving
You are the owner of this article.You have permission to edit this article.Welcome,HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - The COVID-19 pandemic led to Connecticut being a top inbound state for people who moved over the past six months.United Van Lines looked at motivations for people who moved between March and Aug. 2020.With "family health and wellbeing concerns" being the top motivator, Connecticut ranked 3rd among state to which those people moved.As recently as Jan. 2020, United Van Lines released study results that showed Connecticut was among the states where people were moving out.Now, however, it...…You are the owner of this article.You have permission to edit this article.Welcome,HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - The COVID-19 pandemic led to Connecticut being a top inbound state for people who moved over the past six months.United Van Lines looked at motivations for people who moved between March and Aug. 2020.With "family health and wellbeing concerns" being the top motivator, Connecticut ranked 3rd among state to which those people moved.As recently as Jan. 2020, United Van Lines released study results that showed Connecticut was among the states where people were moving out.Now, however, it...WW…
Invasive spotted lanternfly back in CT, state asks people to report sightings
You are the owner of this article.You have permission to edit this article.Welcome,NEW HAVEN, CT (WFSB) - Connecticut scientists announced that an invasive bug has been found in the state for the third year in a row.The spotted lanternfly was reported in West Haven and Greenwich, according to the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station.The CAES said a single adult was found in West Haven while multiple adults were found in Greenwich.Previously, only one bug had been found in a couple of reports, from Farmington in 2018 and Southbury in 2019 respectively.The spotted lanternfly is an...…You are the owner of this article.You have permission to edit this article.Welcome,NEW HAVEN, CT (WFSB) - Connecticut scientists announced that an invasive bug has been found in the state for the third year in a row.The spotted lanternfly was reported in West Haven and Greenwich, according to the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station.The CAES said a single adult was found in West Haven while multiple adults were found in Greenwich.Previously, only one bug had been found in a couple of reports, from Farmington in 2018 and Southbury in 2019 respectively.The spotted lanternfly is an...WW…