Connecticut is among the highest in the nation when it comes to gas taxes, but a law being signed by Gov. Dannel P. Malloy will bring that number down a bit.
Three boys each collected a full set of the 115 cards issued by the Manchester Police Department in 2011.
A greater emphasis on arts and culture is seen as a key driver in efforts to revitalize downtown Manchester.
The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. in the Lincoln Center Hearing Room, 494 Main St.
Tax return mistakes can slow your refund.
“I get to work with students of all ages and backgrounds, and have a positive impact on their lives.”
The plans would expand Center Springs Park out to Broad Street and open up the area to more recreation and green space.
New development uses for the Broad Street area of town will soon take effect.
Both proposed bills were approved by the Judiciary Committee Wednesday.
Gov. Dannel P. Malloy's approval rating is almost even in the latest Quinnipiac University poll.
J.C. Penney Properties, the town's second largest taxpayer, wants its property assessments lowered by millions.
The newcomer is hoping to replace long-time incumbent Jack Thompson.
The son of the Manchester Eighth Utilities District Fire Department chief and assistant chief has been placed on unpaid leave pending an investigation into his conduct.
The Manchester Republican Town Committee formally accepted Merrill Kidd's resignation at its March 14 meeting.
John W. Thompson, a Democrat who has represented Manchester in the General Assembly since 1986, has announced that he does not plan to seek another term in November.
The Connecticut Vending Association stressed the importance of working together with state officials as a partner on any new legislation that involves the industry.
Joseph Litrico was arrested Monday and charged with allegedly buying heroin in the parking lot of the Main Street firehouse while on duty.
In observance, Manchester Patch is providing some information on your rights to observe your government in action and some resources for you to explore open records yourself.
A week after stating she planned to resign from the Republican party, the beleaguered Board of Education member now says she might change her mind.
The patrol and enforcement activities of the districts will not change, State Police Spokesman, Lt. J. Paul Vance said.
The General Manager announced changes to his budget proposal for the 2012-13 fiscal year that will lead to a slight tax increase.
The State Representative will be at the library from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. today to meet with constituents.
A grievance alleges that town employees were denied work in the aftermath of Winter Storm Alfred.
It was a busy night for the Board of Directors Tuesday.
The Secretary of the State announced earlier this week that no challenger had turned in a primary petition to run against incumbent President Barack Obama by the March 2 deadline.
The 13-member committee has four seats available for the general public.
The meeting will take place at 7 p.m. in the Lincoln Center Hearing Room, 494 Main St.
Kidd said she plans to resign from the Republican Town Committee and switch her political affiliation to "unaffiliated" Monday.
The Board of Directors dug into the budgets of the Recreation and Public Works departments Tuesday, as well as the town's Sanitation Fund.
Under the General Manager's proposed budget for the 2012-13 fiscal year, taxes would rise by about 1.9 percent and overall spending by 2.2 percent.
The Board of Education also appointed a new principal for Manchester High School Monday and voted on a committee to develop a plan to repair and renovate town schools.
The Governor's Office is warning of high winds throughout the state on Saturday.
The Republican member of the Board of Education says she was frustrated and reacted with clouded judgement and poorly chosen words.
“No other school district would have taken this risk. We will have many more graduates. The outcome is priceless.”
Republican Town Committee Chairman Matt Galligan says that Board of Education Chairman Chris Pattacini overstepped his bounds by removing Merrill Kidd from all school board subcommittees.
Merrill Kidd told Patch Wednesday that she feels her removal was entirely politically based and that she has no intention of resigning from the Board of Education.
Under the new program, eligible farms can qualify for up to $20,000; as many as 250 Connecticut farmers could be served.
The governor's proposal stands to send an additional $1.34 million in state funding to Manchester's public schools.
The 13-year old entrepreneur is the inventor of the "Hiccupop," a lollipop that can cure hiccups.