Donut Crazy to Open Soon in Town; 5 Charged in Kidnapping and Murder of Resident: West Hartford's News

There was plenty of news across your town over the past week. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here’s a roundup of some of the top stories.

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Car Crashes into West Hartford Building, Nearly Hits Woman in Bed

Police said the car stopped right in front of a woman's bed but miraculously did not injure her.

Donut Crazy to Open Soon in West Hartford

Donut Crazy will open its sixth store soon in West Hartford.

Longtime Nursery in West Hartford to be Turned into Housing

A longtime West Hartford nursery is set to be transformed into a housing development.

5 Charged in Kidnapping and Murder of West Hartford Man

Each defendant faces a maximum term of imprisonment for life, or death if the government seeks the death penalty.

Police Crack Down on Distracted Driving in West Hartford this Month

This effort will enforce Connecticut’s law that prohibits drivers from using cell phones or mobile electronic devices while driving.

Payless ShoeSource Decides Fate of West Hartford Store Amid Closings

The family footwear retailer filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and plans to close 400 stores.

West Hartford Man Charged in Fatal Farmington Crash

The crash took place in October.

Kids Taught to Build Creatively with LEGO Bricks by West Hartford Native

A West Hartford resident who invented a life-saving kidney cancer device is now teaching kids to build technology without instructions.

The Latest Big Connecticut Lottery Winners From Tolland and Hartford Counties

See who won $10,000 or more in assorted Connecticut Lottery games in West Hartford and nearby.