I was walking along Hale road just before I got to Demming Street in Manchester and immediately had to jump off the sidewalk because I was within arms distance of a huge hornets nest. Who do I contact for removal?

Hartford County

Chris Dehnel

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Manchester

Connecticut

Huge hornets nest adjacent to public sidewalk

I was walking along Hale road just before I got to Demming Street in Manchester and immediately had to jump off the sidewalk because I was within...

<a href="https://greaterhartfordgives.org/community-funds/greater-hartford-gives-manchester-community-fund/" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">The Manchester Community Fund at the Greater Hartford Gives Foundation</a>, which recently awarded more than $39,000 to local nonprofit groups making a difference throughout Manchester, is once again looking for local projects to support.
For the 2026-2027 grant cycle that began on Sept. 1 and ends on Oct. 13, the Manchester Community Fund is welcoming proposals that will improve or enhance the quality of life of Manchester residents or otherwise contribute to solving a direct need of the community. Individual grant awards range from $250 to $5,000.&nbsp;


In order to be considered for grant funding, projects must benefit the residents of Manchester in an immediate, concrete way. Any nonprofit registered as a 501(c)(3) organization that serves the residents of Manchester is eligible to apply. Groups of town residents may also prepare an application in partnership with a registered 501(c)(3) or municipality that has agreed to serve as a fiscal sponsor for the proposed project.&nbsp;
For further details on project guidelines and how to apply, please visit <a href="https://greaterhartfordgives.org/community-funds/greater-hartford-gives-manchester-community-fund/" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">https://greaterhartfordgives.org/community-funds/greater-hartford-gives-manchester-community-fund/</a>
Project applications or grant proposals will be accepted until 11:59 P.M. on October 13, 2026.

Manchester Community Fund Seeks Proposals for...

 The Manchester Community Fund at the Greater Hartford Gives Foundation, which recently awarded more than $39,000 to local nonprofit groups making...

Manchester Community Fund Seeks Proposals for Grant Funding

Pursuant to Connecticut General Statutes Sec. 9-452a, as Chair of the Connecticut Yankee National Party (YNP) chapter, Jason Cramer has provided notice of a Yankee National Party nominating convention to the Secretary of the State&rsquo;s Office. The Nominating Convention is to be held:

Date: Monday, August 31, 2026Time: 6:00 P.M.

Location: Virtual, via Zoom
Purpose: Nominate Yankee National Party candidate(s) for State Representative in the 12th District.

The Nominating Convention will begin promptly at 6:00 PM and be followed by the Party&rsquo;s regular weekly meeting. Nominations shall be accepted from the floor. Anyone who meets the requirements of membership as defined by the rules of the Connecticut Yankee National Party and is present at the meeting is eligible to vote. The nominee(s) shall be elected by Ranked Choice Voting where they must receive a simple majority of the final vote tallies. &ldquo;None of the Above&rdquo; will be included as a ballot choice in the candidate selection process. The link to register can be found at <a href="http://yankeenp.org/ct" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">yankeenp.org/ct</a>.

Deena Steinberg, the only challenger for State Representative in the 12th State House district (Manchester) against the multi-decade incumbent, has successfully petitioned for ballot access with the YNP and will seek official endorsement at this Convention. Learn more at <a href="http://yankeenp.org/deena" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">yankeenp.org/deena</a>.&nbsp;

The Yankee National Party is a New England-focused political party with five core values: self-determination, integrity, democracy, empathy, and sustainability. The organization has seen the overwhelming failings of the federal government and is working quickly and effectively to grow a coalition of those who wish to defend New England values, interests, and rights in the face of federal overreach and incompetence. Interested individuals may learn more at <a href="http://yankeenp.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">yankeenp.org</a>.

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Pursuant to Connecticut General Statutes Sec. 9-452a, as Chair of the Connecticut Yankee National Party (YNP) chapter, Jason Cramer has provided...

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<a href="https://www.rockin4vets.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Rockin’ 4 Vets</a> presents Guitar Monsters, featuring Johnny A., Jon Butcher, and Dave Amato, for a benefit concert supporting <a href="https://www.crtct.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Community Renewal Team</a> and its work throughout Connecticut assisting others in need. The show brings three accomplished rock guitarists to Hartford for an evening of live music while raising funds for assistance and support services.Johnny A. and Butcher are well known to New England audiences, but a new addition to the Monsters line-up is Dave Amato. Dave is the former long time lead guitarist for <a href="https://www.reospeedwagon.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">REO Speedwagon</a> and on a short break before finishing up 2026 touring with former Eagle, <a href="https://www.donfelder.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Don Felder. </a>As well; Dave spent extended periods of time touring with the likes of Cher, Ted Nugent and Richie Sambora.So you're in for a great night of guitar rock, knowing Johnny and Jon, and we can expect some REO and Eagles in the show. But more importantly you're in a for a great night of music and the opportunity to assist a great community organization.

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