Bystanders and PD Save Man's Life; Man Accidentally Wins $30K in Lottery; K-9 Joins Troop C: Good News

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Connecticut Patch sites.

The Best of the Connecticut Wow Houses

This week we highlighted more than 20 dream houses from all over Connecticut. Please take a look and enjoy.

Thousands Of Job Openings Posted In Connecticut Over The Past Week

Check out the Patch Jobs Board for the newest listings.

Summer Family Programs: Story and Craft at the Museum

Beat the heat this summer with story-time at the Connecticut Historical Society!

First Niagara Names Michelle Sawyer Manager for Glastonbury Bank Branch

Sawyer previously served as branch manager for First Niagara locations in Rocky Hill and Wethersfield

Rocky Hill Wins Central CT Babe Ruth Championship

Rocky Hill wins Central CT Babe Ruth Championship

Ruby Tuesday Fundraiser

Looking for a fun evening out with friends/family? Come join The Lupus Foundation of America, CT Chapter for a night of dining and drinks.

Infant Study: UConn Waterbury

A fun and exciting experience for infants, children, and parents!

Why Haven't US Representatives Courtney and Larson Joined the Other Three US Representatives from CT in Standing Up For Our Horses?

A Bill is in the House that would prevent the transport to and slaughter of horses in the United States and transport to slaughter across ou

Twilight Cruise Hosted by Papa's Dodge - A 2015 Dream Ride Experience Event - Will Benefit Special Olympics

Papa's Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram will host a Twilight Dream Cruise and Wrangler Rally and a Dream Show car exhibit to benefit Special Olympics

Rocky Hill Girl Earns Highest National Girl Scout Honor

Sasha Yazdzik recently earned her Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest award a girl can earn in Girl Scouting.

Ski Sundown Summer Brewfest - June 20th!

Featuring over 30 of Connecticut's finest craft brewers and beyond, live music, and delicious food in a beautiful mountain setting!

Save The Date - Blood Drive July 2nd

Donations and Support Needed!

Save the Date for Dream Ride Experience 2015 to Benefit Special Olympics, August 23rd

Motorcyclists, Classic & Exotic Car Enthusiasts to participate in this Worldwide / One Cause Event - Register Now!

Eat, drink, & be merry while fighting cancer!

Free, open-to-the-public event to benefit the fight against cancer. Come to Dropkick Cancer at Chicago Sam's (51-14 Shunpike Rd., Cromwell).

Rocky Hill Students Honored as State's Top Scholar Leaders

McDonald's and Connecticut Association of Schools honor local middle school students as state's top scholar leaders.

Middlesex YMCA Offers Free Triathlon Training for Kids

There are still spots left for a free, 6 week program at YMCA Camp Ingersoll teaches running, swimming, and biking as part of Race 4 Chase

Better Health: It's Your Health, Take Charge

Attend the 2015 Better Health Conference at Foxwoods Casino and learn how to better manage your health and engage with the healthcare system

4th Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run- Rhode Island

The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation will host Rhode Island's 4th Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run on June 20, 2015

JOIN US FOR AN INTERVIEW DAY!

Constellation Health Services would like to invite you to an INTERVIEW DAY for Home Care Professionals.

Newport Flower Show Celebrates 20th Year in Timeless Style

America’s premier summer flower show returns for its 20th year!

Handel's Messiah: More Than the Hallelujah Chorus!

Come and hear an exciting presentation of Handel's Messiah with choir, orchestra and soloists from Yale. June 13, 4pm FREE ADMISSION!

Chekhov in the Capitol City: Corpus Quixote presents "Ivanov"

Hartford-based theater company to perform the little-seen "Russian Hamlet" for two weekends only

RE/MAX INTEGRA, New England Releases April 2015 Housing Report

On average, home prices rose 1.9% year-over-year. Pending sales were also up 11.4% year-over-year and 19.5% over March 2015’s numbers.

Shave Your Head For Kids Fighting Cancer!

Sign up for one of New England's fastest growing charity events! Join us at the Buzz Off for Kids with Cancer at Gillette Stadium on June 7!

33rd Annual Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl(R) Presented by Walgreens

33rd annual Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl(R) presented by Walgreens. All proceeds go to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute - June 2, 3, and 4 in Boston.

Mooreland Hill School Announces Michael D. Dooman Scholarship

A new-student tuition award has been created in memory of the late head of school; it's open to Rocky Hill-area students.

Family Fun at the Central CT Pet Fair, Dog Walk & 5K Saturday, June 27 in Hubbard Park, Meriden

CT Humane Society's Central CT Pet Fair, Dog Walk & 5K Race.

Local Students Honored

Local students honored by McDonald's® and Connecticut Association of Schools as state's top scholar-athletes.

KIDS TO MEET FAVORITE TELEVISION CHARACTERS CURIOUS GEORGE, GARFIELD AND ODIE AND CLIFFORD DURING WESTFIELD'S WFAMILY SUMMER NIGHTS

KIDS TO MEET FAVORITE TELEVISION CHARACTERS CURIOUS GEORGE AND CLIFFORD DURING WESTFIELD'S WFAMILY SUMMER NIGHTS

TREASURER NAPPIER COMMENDS U.S. SENATE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE FOR UNANIMOUS PASSAGE OF BILL EXPANDING ELIGIBLE EXPENSES UNDER 529 COLLEGE SAVINGS PLANS

Urges Approval by the Full Senate

Sen. Hwang, Reps. Kupchick and Devlin Raising Awareness About Lupus

For the Lupus Foundation of America, Connecticut Chapter, the beginning of Lupus Awareness Month has started on a high note.

East Catholic Baseball Team to Play "Pink Out" Game

On May 6, when the team suits up against Manchester High School, it will be helping in the fight against breast cancer.

Who Are the 2015 Business Champions? Find Out at a Gala Breakfast in Hartford on June 4

Nominees include privately held businesses in your town

Connecticut State Latin Day Returns May 1st

Classical Association of Connecticut to Celebrate 34rd Annual Connecticut State Latin Day

Senior Prom Coming to East Catholic High School

We will be teaming up with two local organizations to to bring local seniors and baby boomers the inaugural Senior’s Promenade Dinner-Dance.

Hartford City FC Badge Revealed

HCFC release badge

Year-over-year sales increased by 1.0% according to The RE/MAX INTEGRA, New England March Monthly Housing Report

In Connecticut, the number of total home sale transactions were up 3.8% year-over-year and median price is up 4.8%.

Hartford City FC On The Rise!

Pro Soccer Coming to Connecticut!!

Antique glassware and estate sale.

Estate sale with wonderful buys.