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Biden says USCG faces growing demands

Tina Detelj — Wed, 22 May 2013 10:25:43 GMT

Vice President Joe Biden told cadets at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy that they face a world in which their job is getting more complicated.

Security in place for VP's trip to Conn

Tina Detelj — Tue, 21 May 2013 22:37:15 GMT

An exclusive look Tuesday, at the security measures being taken ahead of Joe Biden's trip to New London.

Biden to speak at Coast Guard Academy

Mon, 20 May 2013 12:13:51 GMT

Vice President Joe Biden is returning to Connecticut this week to speak at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy graduation in New London.

Preston 1st selectman recovering

Sun, 19 May 2013 21:28:00 GMT

Preston First Selectman Robert Congdon is recovering after he said he was hit by a falling tree while clearing a road.

Low wire causes danger for Groton woman

Tina Detelj — Thu, 16 May 2013 22:42:48 GMT

A Groton woman dealing with a dangerous situation right outside her home is finally getting action Thursday.

Teen throws party at vacant home

Tina Detelj — Thu, 16 May 2013 22:29:07 GMT

Police say a teen from Mystic is accused of throwing parties at a vacant home, and they say, as a result the house suffered some major damage.

Work being done to fix damaged beaches

Tina Detelj — Wed, 15 May 2013 20:35:49 GMT

With Memorial Day less than two weeks away, work is being done on beaches across the state. Superstorm Sandy did a lot of damage, and it's taking a lot of work and money to fix things.

Dog found living in wall-to-wall feces

Tina Detelj — Wed, 15 May 2013 20:30:40 GMT

Two men were arrested after several animals were discovered in a Norwich apartment living in wall-to-wall faces, officials said.

Local brew on the Conn. beer trail

Tina Detelj — Tue, 14 May 2013 22:52:58 GMT

The beer industry in Connecticut is booming. You don't have to actually hit the Connecticut Beer trail to get a taste of some local brew. This week more of those brews will be coming to a pub near you.

Exit numbers could change on I-395

Tina Detelj — Tue, 14 May 2013 22:20:58 GMT

Changes could be down the road for folks hitting the highway in eastern Connecticut.

MA man charged with damaging sculpture

Tue, 14 May 2013 13:00:05 GMT

A Massachusetts man has been charged with damaging a glass sculpture at the Mohegan Sun casino.

Norwich teen forced into prostitution

Tina Detelj — Mon, 13 May 2013 22:40:01 GMT

A Norwich teen is believed to have been one of three women forced into prostitution by a New York man.

Foster care awareness with blue hair

Tina Detelj — Mon, 13 May 2013 22:20:39 GMT

If you see someone wearing a blue streak in their hair or bright blue nails, don't be afraid to ask them about it. They just may be helping bring awareness to foster care and adoption.

2 men arrested for selling marijuana

Fri, 10 May 2013 01:23:58 GMT

Two men were arrested on marijuana charges after police found marijuana plants during a motor vehicle stop in Norwich on Thursday.

Waterford seeks volunteer firefighters

Tina Detelj — Thu, 09 May 2013 23:13:48 GMT

Waterford and many other towns are looking for a few good men and women interested in fighting fires.

Cameras installed on Bozrah field

Tina Detelj — Thu, 09 May 2013 22:21:46 GMT

A gruesome discovery last year prompts the boys of summer in one town to install surveillance cameras.

Montville helps teens save on prom

Tina Detelj — Wed, 08 May 2013 22:45:14 GMT

It's that time of year, high school students across the state are getting ready for prom, but the cost of sending your teenager to the big dance is pretty steep.

Using medical marijuana to ease pain

Tina Detelj — Wed, 08 May 2013 22:29:53 GMT

The 31-year-old Norwich man was arrested for growing marijuana inside his home, but says he was only trying to ease his pain.

Teens develop life skills with art

Tina Detelj — Tue, 07 May 2013 22:41:35 GMT

A piece of artwork in Norwich may bring attention to an agency whose other work might not be well-known in eastern Connecticut.

Parking changes coming to Old Lyme

Tina Detelj — Tue, 07 May 2013 21:45:33 GMT

A new parking plan could ease tensions at Soundview Beach. Selectmen in Old Lyme have approved a plan, which gives visitors more options.

Norwich man charged with child's death

Mon, 06 May 2013 23:22:44 GMT

A Norwich man was arrested on Monday, for the death of a 13-month-old child.

Cicadas emerging from underground

Tina Detelj — Mon, 06 May 2013 22:58:14 GMT

An insect known for its noise will be heard for the first time in our state in nearly two decades. Scientists say the cicada could soon be making a comeback.

Student's teach history with technology

Tina Detelj — Mon, 06 May 2013 22:03:27 GMT

The next time you take a stroll through downtown Mystic you may notice more than just sale signs on some storefronts.

Penguins prepare for 1st swim at...

Mon, 06 May 2013 18:21:13 GMT

A pair of African penguin chicks is preparing for their first swim at Mystic Aquarium.

Trees enlisted to stem beach erosion

Sun, 05 May 2013 21:03:52 GMT

The tinsel and lights have long been packed away, but Christmas trees that turned brown months ago have a new use.

Tough standards for Stonington athletes

Fri, 03 May 2013 21:47:49 GMT

Some athletes in Stonington may be struggling to make the grade, and that struggle could get harder if a whole new set of standards is approved.

Opening Day for Abbott's Lobster

Fri, 03 May 2013 21:34:44 GMT

For some today is the unofficial start to summer. They don't wait until Memorial Day. The wait is until Abbott's opening day.

Suspicious package found at sub base

Fri, 03 May 2013 00:08:24 GMT

A suspicious package was discovered during a vehicle inspection at the Main Gate, at the Naval Submarine Base in Groton, on Thursday.

CT mulls new waste storage at Millstone

Thu, 02 May 2013 10:09:06 GMT

The Connecticut Siting Council is set to decide on a request by Millstone nuclear plant to significantly expand nuclear waste storage capacity.

Lisbon man arrested on drug charges

Thu, 02 May 2013 00:27:25 GMT

A Lisbon man was arrested for heroin possession on Wednesday.