News across Capitol Region
[Update] MDC Holding Hazardous Waste Collection in West Hartford Postponed
Household Hazardous Waste will be collected in West Hartford has been postponed due to the forecast of inclement weather from Saturday, Sept. 26 to Saturday, Oct. 31. [Updated, Sept. 24, 2026] Submitted The Metropolitan District (MDC) provides its customers with an…
CT Sun brace for ’emotional’ farewell as the WNBA franchise plays its final game
The Connecticut Sun plays its final game before moving to Houston after an impressive run for first independently owned team in the league.
[Update] Community Preparedness Day in West Hartford Has Been Canceled
Community Preparedness Day was scheduled to be held at West Hartford Town Hall on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, but has been canceled due to the weather forecast. [Updated, Sept. 24, 2026] Submitted The Town of West Hartford has canceled its Community Preparedness Day, originally…
What CT needs to hear about jobs
We need immediate, state-level action to balance the increased cost of living with the harsh realities of the middle and working classes.
CT farmers protested tax hikes. This working group has a solution
The group suggested changes to Public Act 490, which taxes parcels of land according to their current use — rather than fair-market value.
Friends of the Library Annual Membership Drive - September 1 - October 23
The Friends Membership Drive is going on through October 23. Join the Friends or renew your membership during this and you will be entered into a special prize giveaway drawing. The winner will be announced at the Friends Reception on Saturday, October 24
CCSU president resigns following complaint of bullying, retaliation
Central CT State University President Zulma Toro announced she will resign. The move comes after allegations Toro bullied employees.
New App Now in Use for Town of West Hartford Parking
ParkMobile is now one of the options for paying for parking in West Hartford Center and Blue Back Square. By Ronni Newton The Town of West Hartford recently added ParkMobile as one of the apps that can be used for paying for parking in West Hartford Center and Blue Back Square…
Civility Summit Brings Greater Hartford Community Together
The Town of West Hartford, in collaboration with the Capitol Region Council of Governments, hosted the Greater Hartford Civility Summit at Town Hall on Wednesday, Sept. 16, giving students, residents, and local politicians the opportunity to share different perspectives on…
CT laws effective Oct. 1: AI, Flock cameras, ICE enforcement
Nearly 100 CT laws on a range of issues from Flock cameras to distracted driving will fully or partially take effect on Oct. 1.
Food Scrap Collection Program
Food Scrap Collection program for Newington residents.
Op-Ed: Beyond the Ballot – Democracy Doesn’t End on Election Day
Thoughts about a forum held on Monday, Sept. 21, 2026 at the Noah Webster Library in West Hartford. By Zillah M. Fluker, Ph.D. On Monday, Sept. 21, I attended “Beyond the Ballot: A Community Conversation on Civic Engagement,” hosted by the West Hartford African American Social &…