Friday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 82 and low of 63 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Fundraisers Launched For Hartford, Rocky Hill Officers Shot In Newington (patch.com) — Community fundraisers are underway for Hartford Officer Alex Diaz and Rocky Hill Officer Jon Escobar, both wounded in a pursuit that ended with gunfire on Webster Court in Newington. The suspect was killed, and state investigators are reviewing the shooting. Residents across the region are donating to help the officers and their families during recovery.
• Officers recovering after Newington shootout with wanted suspect (wfsb.com) — A police pursuit involving Hartford and Rocky Hill officers ended in gunfire at the Webster Court apartments in Newington, where two officers were shot and are now recovering. The suspect, already wanted on prior shooting charges, died at the scene. Local officials and residents are reflecting on the risks officers face and the emotional toll of the incident.
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2011 Dodge Caliber for sale $ 1,000. 78,000 miles - runs, but needs work. Selling as is- located in East Hartford/East Windsor area. (Nextdoor Kitts Lane)
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🗞 Nearby News
New Britain
New 100-unit apartment at former Strand Theater site in New Britain could open in 2027 (thehour.com)
Dark Project Ransomware Strikes New Britain Dentist, Exposing Thousands of Patient Records in Another Healthcare Cybersecurity Wake-Up Call + Video (undercodenews.com)
New Britain High School students help shape hospital hydroponic garden program (newbritainherald.com)
Wethersfield
Indoor Kids Play Center In Wethersfield To Close: Owner (patch.com)
West Hartford Woman Honored With Major Volunteer Award (patch.com)
Permanent Donation Trailer Sought At West Hartford Shopping Plaza (patch.com)
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