Archive for August, 2009
by: Brenda Sullivan | HTNP Editor
August 31, 2009

“Think young and old; students and mothers; and those most vulnerable - then tell us which video delivers the flu prevention message best.” - U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius
by: David Hinchey | Staff Writer
August 31, 2009

Some students, however, won’t be moving into on-campus facilities, due to an overwhelming demand for on-campus housing at ECSU.
by: Traci Hastings | HTNP Correspondent
August 31, 2009

William Roulston will offer a free movie ticket to anyone who joins him in biking from one town to the next.
by: Editor
August 30, 2009

The 160th Annual Brooklyn Fair on Rte. 169 in Brooklyn, Connecticut runs through Sunday, August 30th. Gates open at 8 am. The Fair celebrates 200 years of the Windham Agricultural Society and features Midway amusement rides, tractor pulls, livestock contests, agricultural exhibits, great food and lots more. Visit www.brooklynfair.org for more info.
by: Editor
August 29, 2009

Date: 30 August 2009 01:00 PM to 02:00 PM
Location: Nathan Hale Homestead
Garden class is $15 and will be held in the Homestead Herb Garden. Class registration will take place at the Connecticut Landmarks’ visitor’s tent beginning at 10 am. Participants are encouraged to register early as space is limited. Register in advance by phone,
860.742.6917, or [...]
by: David Hinchey | Staff Writer
August 28, 2009

FRANKLIN - Officials from the Connecticut Resources Recovery Authority have decided to suspend indefinitely its plans for a proposed ash landfill in Franklin.
News of the suspension has been met with cheers from opponents, but CRRA officials said this morning it is only a suspension of the proposal while they search for other alternatives.
While opponents said [...]
by: Caitlin M. Dineen | Staff Writer
August 27, 2009

Watch out, Storrs.
Incoming freshmen and returning students at the University of Connecticut will be clogging roadways and unloading their belongings this weekend.
Beginning at 7 a.m. on Friday morning, new Huskies will move into their residence halls and will fill any parking spaces available in the area surrounding UConn.
Returning students are expected to move in on [...]
by: HTNP.Com Staff
August 27, 2009

The two friends elected the cash lump sum prize, each receiving a check for $607,325 (after taxes).
by: Brenda Sullivan | HTNP Editor
August 26, 2009

“Sen. Kennedy fought for those who had no voice and generated real change in so many public policy areas through his strength of will and his sheer determination.” Gov. M. Jodi Rell - And view video.
by: Mike Savino | Staff Writer
August 26, 2009

Residents living on Jones Crossing Road and River View Drive filed applications with the town in June for the “scenic road” designation.