Southington Mourns Recent Passing Of 2 Championship Football Coaches

The Southington school board, at its last meeting, observed a moment of silence for 2 SHS coaches with state titles on their resumes.

VIDEO: Southington Cops Jump Into An Icy Lake (For A Good Cause)

The Southington Police Department was well represented at a recent icy lake plunge event to raise money for a local summer camp.

Pedestrian Struck By Motor Vehicle In Bristol: Police

The victim was transported via helicopter to an area hospital, according to police.

Southington Police Logs: Feb. 17 - March 2, 2026

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

Southington HS Student Honored For Artistic Endeavors

The Southington BOE recognized an SHS student for her Silver Key award in the Connecticut Regional Scholastic Art Awards.

Major Road Race To Impact Southington Streets: Police

More than 1,000 runners are expected for Saturday's O’Shenanigans 5K; road closures are planned in Southington and Cheshire.

Longtime Ice Cream Business Shutters In Bristol

The eatery had been operating on Farmington Avenue for several years.

VIDEO: Intense Mobile Home Fire In Southington Prompts Rapid Response

Southington firefighters battled a mobile home fire Wednesday afternoon, with one person injured.

Southington Council Mulls Town Parking Lot Redesign

The Southington Parking Authority proposes 14 new spaces, Apple Alley changes, and safety upgrades in downtown Southington.

New Garden Center To Open Later This Month In Southington

The family-run business operation will open a new garden center at a former Agway site, which closed last year.

Tractor Trailer/Plow Truck Crash Cleared In Southington: UPDATE

Dangerous black ice statewide, especially inland, has caused dangerous travel conditions early Wednesday morning in the state.

Crash On I-84 Cleared In Southington: UPDATE

One lane of travel had been closed.

Southington Library To Close Early Today Due To Weather

The Southington Public Library will resume regular hours on Wednesday, March 4, after an early closure on Tuesday, March 3.

Tickets Going Fast For 'Music Bingo' To Help Southington's Food Insecure

'Music Bingo' takes place later this month at a Southington restaurant to raise funds for Bread for Life. Tickets are required.

Southington Seeks Volunteers For Spring Food Drive

The 'Backpacks for Break Food Drive' aims to support local students during the upcoming Spring Break next month.

Well-Known Clergyman From Southington Mourned After His Death Last Week

The longtime priest, who served several parishes in central Connecticut, died at 78, with a funeral planned on March 6 in Plantsville.

Southington Summer Camp Registration Now Open For Kids 5-12

There are three separate sessions of summer camp in June and July of this year.

Prominent Author To Discuss UConn Basketball Book At Southington Library

The Southington Public Library will host the veteran sportswriter, who will discuss his book on UConn’s back-to-back men's championships.

Southington To Host Kindergarten Info Night At DePaolo Middle School

Southington Public Schools will host a March 9 kindergarten info session for parents of prospective kindergartners next school year.

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

26 new businesses opened in Southington recently.

Southington Plans To Close One School Amid Massive School Construction Project

The Southington Board of Education voted 8-1 to advance a school facilities plan, setting up a 2026 referendum and closure of one school.

Pedestrian Hurt In Bristol Hit-And-Run Accident: PD

Police are looking for the public to provide tips on the driver who fled the scene.

Southington Unveils 2026–27 School Budget Hearing/Workshop Schedule

The Southington Board of Finance will conduct hearings and workshops on the 2026–27 school budget before a town council review.

Middle School Principal In Southington Named Tops In 2026

DePaolo Middle School's leader was recently named 2026 Connecticut Middle School Principal of the Year.

Get Cold, Get Wet At Annual Sloper Plunge In Southington

Southington-Cheshire YMCA to host 2026 Sloper Plunge on Saturday, Feb. 28, at Camp Sloper to benefit summer camp programs.

Multi-Vehicle Crash On Snowy I-84 Cleared In Southington: UPDATE

One lane of travel was briefly impacted.

Southington Mulls New Fines For Graffiti, Vehicle Accidents

The Southington Ordinance Review Committee is studying crash response fees and graffiti cost recovery charges for residents.

Southington Resident Wins Large CT Lotto Payout

The winning ticket was purchased at a Southington food store last week.

Southington Forum To Address Pregnancy/Postpartum Mental Health

The free Feb. 26 workshop at Southington Public Library focuses on perinatal mood disorders and local support.

Welcome Celebration For Southington Olympian Set For Friday

State Rep. Chris Poulos, D-Southington, will host a Feb. 27 homecoming for world-class Olympic skeleton racer Austin Florian.

Southington Police Logs: Feb. 3 - Feb. 16, 2026

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

Southington Extends Emergency Parking Ban For Storm: UPDATE

Southington's parking ban runs Sunday 6 p.m. to Tuesday 6 a.m.; police and fire urge residents to stay off roads.

WingFest Returns to First Lutheran Church on March 14

Annual charity chicken wing contest

Staples-Party City Pop-Up Partnership Heading To Southington

Party City is back in Connecticut with a local store in a pop-up partnership anchored by Staples.

Southington Council Gets Hands-Only Lesson To Save Lives With CPR

The Southington Town Council recognized Heart Health Awareness Month with a CPR demonstration last week.

Last Call For Southington's Free 'Prom Shop'

Free prom attire is available Feb. 21 for Southington students at Plantsville Congregational Church.

Southington PD's K-9 Program Receives Funding Boost

The department recently announced grant funding to help it operate its police dog program.

New Wine Bar To Add To Southington's Cultural/Social Scene

Following a successful soft opening on Wednesday, the new wine bar on Center Street will open to the public this weekend.

Fire Badly Damages Southington Home, Dogs Reportedly Saved

Firefighters from several area departments tended to the blaze, which was late Wednesday morning.

Southington Council Reviews Snow Response, Mailbox Damage Claims

Southington's top elected body last week discussed the town's response to recent snowstorms, including the massive Jan. 25 event.