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1. Student Taken To Hospital After Minibus, SUV Crash In West Hartford: PD, Schools: UPDATE (patch.com) — West Hartford parents may want to know that a middle schooler was taken to Connecticut Children's with neck pain after a minibus and SUV collided on Albany Avenue during Monday's morning commute. Four other students were evaluated, parents were notified, alternate transportation was arranged, and school officials report all students are back in class today.
2. West Hartford's Own Jared Graveley and Chanticleer to Perform at St. James's - We-Ha (we-ha.com) — A GRAMMY-winning vocal ensemble, Chanticleer, is coming to St. James's Episcopal Church in West Hartford Center on Oct. 9, featuring hometown singer and Conard alum Jared Graveley. Residents can snag tickets online for this rare Connecticut stop and cheer on a local talent returning to the neighborhood where he grew up and first sang in the church choir.
3. Greater Hartford Theater Week Returns Oct. 1, Deals To Be Had On Shows (patch.com) — Greater Hartford Theater Week is back Oct. 1–15, with Playhouse on Park in West Hartford offering buy-one, get-one-free tickets on select shows using a special promo code. Local theater fans can also explore discounted performances, backstage experiences, and a giveaway that bundles dinner with shows across Hartford and West Hartford venues.
4. Late Penalty Kick Gives Conard a Tie with Wethersfield - We-Ha (we-ha.com) — Conard boys soccer battled back at home in West Hartford to earn a 3–3 draw with Wethersfield, capped by Ray Hilario's late penalty kick with 90 seconds left. The result extends Conard's unbeaten streak and sets up their next matchup against Simsbury as they continue refining their possession-focused style of play.
5. From a Marilyn Monroe inspired cocktail to 'West-Mix' eats, here are 5 new CT restaurants for October (ctpost.com) — Several new Connecticut restaurants are highlighted, including Max Burger's second state location in Avon and multiple Max Hospitality spots already operating in West Hartford. Local diners get a reminder of nearby favorites like Max Oyster Bar and Savoy Pizzeria while also hearing about new options in Greenwich, Sandy Hook, Orange, and Newington opening this fall.
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