Restaurant Mania, Daring Rescue: West Hartford 2021

WEST HARTFORD, CT — The year 2021 was certainly alive in West Hartford. Restaurants seemed to generate a good portion of the news, but there was also a daring duck rescue.

One legendary coach decided to retire and another was honored with a scholarship. Sports were a mess at a local college.

Here are 12 stories that made an impact in West Hartford in 2021:

• Longtime Hartford Area Go-To Diner Fades Into History
• Ducklings Rescued From Storm Drain In West Hartford
• Harry's Owners Looking For New Location Amid Lease Complications
• Calhoun Leaving USJ With 'Different' Sense Of Accomplishment
• West Hartford Rallies For Scholarships In Memory Of Conard Coach
• West Hartford Armory A True Hidden Gem
• Last 2 Connecticut Disney Stores Slated To Close
• 2 Reasons Cited For 'Increased Rodent Activity' In West Hartford
• Upscale Mexican Restaurant Rosa Mexicano Coming To West Hartford
• Popular West Hartford-Based Food Truck Now Has Sister Restaurant
• University Of Hartford Qualifies For NCAA Basketball Tournament
• UHart Division III Legal Fight Heats Up