Teens Accused Of Setting Laptop On Fire At Southington HS: Police

The juveniles are believed to have been influenced by a viral TikTok trend challenging people to cause their laptops to burn, police said.

Popular Restaurant Chain Closing Southington Site

The last day is coming up soon, with the day's proceeds benefitting a prominent local charity in Southington.

Scout Gives Southington FD Garden A Much-Needed Makeover

The Eagle Scout candidate led a project Saturday to clean up a garden dedicated to honoring fallen firefighters.

Southington Gentleman's Club Fined For Dancer Behavior: State

The state Department of Consumer Protection has fined a local strip club and suspended its liquor license for inappropriate dancer behavior.

Local Resident Elected to Wadsworth Atheneum Board

Jason Galvin Joins Board of Trustees of Nation's Oldest Continuously Operating Public Art Museum

Talk Books While Devouring Bagels At Southington Library Event

The Southington Public Library's popular 'Books & Bagels' program is on Thursday, May 15, with registrants still being sought.

Southington PD Urges Hiking/Biking Trail Safety

The Southington Police Department recently issued a short video on the topic of safety on the Southington Linear Trail.

Southington Police Logs: April 29 - May 5, 2025

All information is provided by the Southington Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.

Southington Council To Decide Town/School Budgets, Taxes

The Southington Town Council on Monday, May 12, will officially vote on the town/school spending plan for 2025-26 and a likely tax hike.

Key Portion Of New Southington Public Library Now Complete

One of the last major components of the library project officially finished Thursday and it was open to the public.

Prominent Southington Restaurant To Reopen At New Location

The well-known eatery announced its impending move in January, with the official opening at the new site happening Friday, May 9.

Southington Couple's New Book for Preventing Caregiver Burnout

"A Caregiver's Well-Being:" Hope and Help for Alzheimer's and Dementia Caregivers

Laptop Fire Blamed For Southington School Evacuation: SFD: UPDATE

The Southington Fire Department and school system are looking into whether it was linked to a viral TikTok trend.

Learn About CT's 'Fearsome Foursome' At Southington Event

The Southington Public Library on Monday, May 12, is hosting a unique program looking at four common nocturnal mammals in CT.

Southington Honors Fallen Police Officer

The Southington Town Council remembered a local resident and police officer who died in early April.

Life-Changing Program On Tap At Southington Library

The Southington Public Library on Thursday, May 8, will host a special presentation about the often difficult issue of addiction/recovery.

Pet And Garden Center With 40-Year History Closing In Southington

A pet and garden supply chain with deep roots in Southington — and Connecticut — is shuttering all its stores.

Plans For Former Campus Redevelopment Project Pulled In Southington

The developers of a former college campus location in Southington last week officially withdrew plans to develop the site.

Southington FD Announces Staff Changes

The Southington Fire Department last week announced multiple promotions, as well as the swearing in of two new firefighters.

Southington Police Logs: April 22 - April 28, 2025

All information is provided by the Southington Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.

Southington Nip Bottle Sales Top 730,000 Over Past 6 Months

See what the latest municipal payout is through Connecticut's Nickel-Per-Nip program.

Motorcyclist Dead After Crash Near McDonald's In Bristol: Police

Bristol police are asking for the public's help as they investigate the accident.

Southington Acts To Improve Water Quality In Town

The Southington Town Council approved a large contract last week for a key addition at the town's sewer plant.

Southington Chorus Promises Memorable Spring Show

Southington Festival Chorale's annual spring concert will take place Sunday afternoon, May 4, with all invited to come.

Mother’s Day In Southington: Area Eateries Taking Reservations Now

Mother's Day 2025 is on Sunday, May 11, and the time is now to plan ahead to take mom out.

What's Opening In Southington? A Look At New Businesses

30 new businesses opened in Southington recently.

Southington PD Officers Are Strong ... Very Strong

The Southington Police Department did very well over the weekend in the 'Battle of the Badges' weightlifting competition.

Hartford Man Who Killed Trooper In Southington Sentenced: Reports

A New Britain Superior Court judge handed down a ruling Tuesday to the killer of Southington resident and Trooper Aaron Pelletier last May.

Deadline Looms For Southington's Winter Clothing Drive

Southington's month-long coat collection drive for 'Operation Stay Warm' continues this week through Wednesday, April 30.

Southington 'Y' Seeks New Triathletes To Honor Sandy Hook Victims

The organization's annual "Race4Chase 26-Day Challenge" is starting June 1, and the Southington Community YMCA is looking for volunteers.

Southington Police Logs: April 8 - April 21, 2025

All information is provided by the Southington Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.

2 Men Accused Of Violent Hate Crimes In Southington: Police

A Newington resident and a Wolcott resident are accused of assaulting a mixed-race couple on a Southington sidewalk earlier this month.

Crash On I-84 In Southington Cleared: UPDATE

The accident backed up traffic more than 2 miles on the highway.

Water Service Disruptions Announced In Southington, Who's Affected?

Southington's water department is replacing a large water tank, which could result in service issues for many for two months.

Huge Water Project OK'd In Southington, What Roads Will Be Impacted?

The Southington Town Council approved, in multiple votes last week, $14 million in water upgrade funds for the Southington Water Department.

Library, Museum Target Of Southington's Budget Ax

The library/local history m is facing double-digit funding cuts, with operations/programs jeopardized for next fiscal year, critics claim.

Southington BoE Approves Unique New Course For Upperclassmen

The Southington Board of Education recently approved a new class for upperclassmen called 'Outdoor Recreation', and it's not what you think.

Southington Town Clerk's Office Offers Anti-Fraud Feature

The town announced that a system is in place to help property owners monitor when someone files a document about their property.

Popular Southington Hiking Trail Gets Some TLC

The Southington town manager feted the public works department Tuesday for their work fixing up the much-loved hiking trail system.

Tractor-Trailer Crash Cleared In Southington: UPDATE

Interstate 84 was backed up after a tractor-trailer collided with two vehicles Tuesday afternoon.