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Primetime: Style over substance
Lance Oppenheim’s film “Primetime” was released on Friday. “Primetime” is a psychological thriller that follows real journalist Chris Hansen and his program “To Catch a Predator.”
Conard High School Dedicates New Mural in Partnership with Rise Up
The Conard administration and students celebrate new mural focusing on the theme “Your Choices Matter.” By Maddie O'Connell On Wednesday, Sept. 16, the administration at West Hartford's Conard High School unveiled the school's new mural alongside Conard student-athletes. The…
Playhouse on Park’s 18th Season Opens With ‘The Happiest Man on Earth’
Playhouse on Park has opened its 18th season with The Happiest Man on Earth, a one-man show by Mark St. Germain, adapted from the memoir of the same name by Holocaust survivor Eddie Jaku. By Roz Green Sasha Brätt, Co-Artistic Director of Playhouse on Park. Photo credit: Roz Green…
Women’s Soccer: Huskies conclude non-conference play in scoreless draw
A windy and rainy Friday night served as the bleak prelude to an incoming nor’easter in Storrs, setting a gloomy backdrop at Joseph J. Morrone Stadium. The University of Connecticut women’s soccer team (2-2-4) wrapped up non-conference play on Friday night against the University…
Field Hockey: UConn extends win streak to four over Liberty
University of Connecticut women’s field hockey earned a hard-fought 3-2 victory against the Liberty Lady Flames at Nancy Stevens Field on Friday evening. This win signals another step in a strong start to the season for the Huskies, who now boast a 7-1 overall record and remain…
West Hartford Business Buzz: September 28, 2026
A round-up of openings, closings, and other news about West Hartford businesses. Business Buzz is sponsored by NBT Bank, and we are very thankful for their support! By Ronni Newton Autumn officially arrived last Tuesday – and the weather seemed to change abruptly, too. After a…
Another Thriller Between East Hartford and Conard Football
West Hartford's Conard High School hosted East Hartford for a Friday Night Lights football game on Sept. 25. Sports reporting is sponsored by Keating Agency Insurance Quarterback Henry Tamaccio finds space to run. Conard vs. East Hartford. Sept. 25, 2026. Photo credit: Paul…
Hall Boys Soccer Beats Berlin in Heated Match
The Hall boys soccer team hosted Berlin on Thursday in West Hartford. Sports reporting is sponsored by Keating Agency Insurance By Gigi Altieri In a fast paced game, Hall boys soccer faced off against Berlin Thursday evening at Conard High School in West Hartford, dominating the…
Conard Varsity Soccer Holds Their Own Against Strong RHAM Team
The Conard boys soccer team hosted RHAM Tuesday afternoon in West Hartford, with the game ending in a scoreless draw. Sports reporting is sponsored by Keating Agency Insurance By Jacob Fukuyama “I have no regrets.” Conard coach Greg Smedburg ended the game against RHAM by…
Hall Student Council Hosts Back-to-School Picnic
Hall’s student council kicked off fall with a back-to-school picnic taking place on Sept. 25. beginning at 6 p.m. in the bus loop parking lot. By Kate Levine After hosting a “trial run” picnic last spring, the student council at West Hartford's Hall High School has now begun what…
Consumer Diary: Reimbursement, Dog Water
Consumer columnist and West Hartford resident Harlan Levy has more than 20 years of experience writing stories about everyday experiences that anyone could encounter. Harlan Levy. Courtesy photo By Harlan Levy First some good personal news: In my Sept. 16 column I wrote about how…
UConn is giving CT students a science project to help address air quality issues
Student-built air purifiers can partially address poor school air quality, but teachers said CT must focus on a larger, long-term fix.