The fire had shut down one lane of the highway, slowing traffic.
The school was on lockdown and police and school officials are probing the incident. Operations have returned to normal.
The store will open in the former Bed, Bath & Beyond site on Queen Street.
Here's everything you need to know concerning the Southington local elections, including the candidates, polling places and voting hours.
The local school board approved some fiscal shuffling earlier this month to replace the aging track at the local high school.
The town's computer system is receiving an upgrade and online sewer payments are not possible through the end of the month.
The winning ticket earned the maximum payout after being purchased at a local gas station/store.
Possible water discoloration could occur in impacted neighborhoods.
The novel in the center of the controversy was written in 1940 and deals with racial and crime issues in an American city.
A coalition of community youth organizations gathered in town last week to commemorate National Red Ribbon Week against substance abuse.
There were 10 properties sold in Southington last week, with a top price of $710,000.
A benefit fundraiser is slated for Sunday at the local drive-in movie theater and a GoFundMe page has been set up.
The Southington neighborhood's traditional 'Halloween in the Village' event is Sunday evening.
Southington's GOP town clerk said a recent mailer on absentee ballots was not from her office, despite a return address indicating so.
The Barnes Museum's 'Trunk-or-Treat' event on Saturday will go on rain or shine.
The park will be closed to the public for most of this week for planned paving work on site.
Southington firefighters responded to a kitchen fire at a Queen Street eatery Tuesday night.
The SPD Tuesday, seeking help in identifying a suspect, released images of an alleged shoplifter at a local business.
The Southington Town Council has approved changes to the town's preferred bidding ordinance, further aiding local firms.
The Southington Public Library this month is hosting its inaugural 'Spooky Southington Writing Contest,' just in time for Halloween.
Southington resident Jennifer Clock tells Patch why she should be elected to the town council.
Southington resident Jim Morelli tells Patch why he should be elected to the town council.
Southington resident Tony Morrison tells Patch why he should be elected to the town council.
Southington resident Mike Del Santo tells Patch why he should be elected to the town council.
Southington resident Paul Chaplinsky tells Patch why he should be elected to the town council.
Friday the 13th was a lucky day at a Southington grocery store for one resident.
The Southington PD is seeking the public's help in identifying three suspects in a shoplifting incident at a local package store.
Southington resident Jack Perry tells Patch why he should be elected to the town council.
Southington resident Chris Palmieri tells Patch why he should be elected to the town council.
Southington resident Valerie DePaolo tells Patch why she should be elected to the town council.
Southington resident Steve Salerno tells Patch why he should be elected to the town council.
All information is provided by the Southington Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.
Fundraiser begins with 9am registration, followed by ceremony and walk at 10am at Norton Park in Plainville. Fun, food, festivities!
Gov. Ned Lamont, Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz and top state and local education officials surprised the Southington paraprofessional Friday.
Tag sale fundraiser set for Sat., Nov. 4, 8am-2pm, 581 Meriden Ave., Southington. Something for everyone!
Both Democrats and Republicans have been involved in an intense fight in Southington, a local reflection of national divisions.
The Town of Southington will actually start looking for leaf piles by the roadside on Oct. 23, with formal zone pickups starting Oct. 30.
The Barnes Museum's 'Haunted Radiance' exhibit showcases old glassware utilizing little bits of uranium, giving it a rather unique look.
The town this week released details of how folks can have their phones and/or cell phones registered to receive emergency alerts.
'Operation Stay Warm' features a new pop-up shop where those in need can get coats and boots for the cold-weather months.