Siobhan McGirl
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Valentine's Day Vow Renewal Marks Couple's Reunion After Months of Health Challenges
A “just married” sign hung on the back of Pauline Peterson’s wheelchair, moments after she and her husband Dave renewed their wedding vows this Valentine’s Day. “I love you,” Dave told his wife of 25 years. “I love you more,” Pauline replied. The Petersons first exchanged vows on Jan. 1, 1998. They have shared many ups and downs in the… → Read More
As Budget Negotiations Begin, Will UConn Pull Out of XL Center?
The University of Connecticut’s president said that Governor Ned Lamont’s proposed budget falls short of adequately funding the university and, if faced... → Read More
Video of Woodstock Academy Siblings Reacting to Harvard Acceptance Goes Viral
"I was completely in shock," said Matthew Myslenski, who has dreamed of attending Harvard since he was in elementary school. "I think it was just one of the best moments in my life." → Read More
Norwich Free Academy Students Show ‘Can-Do Attitude' With Large Donation
Norwich Free Academy’s food pantry received a large donation this week thanks to four friends on a mission. Aiden Campbell, Christian Bray, Sean Grice and Joseph Davis, all seniors at NFA, pooled together their own money from working part-time jobs and bought more than 1,000 cans to support their school’s food drive. “We just wanted to help people,” Bray said…. → Read More
Killingly Board of Ed Failed to Meet Mental Health Needs of Students: Report
The Killingly Board of Education has failed to meet the mental health needs of its students, according to a report from the Connecticut State Department of... → Read More
3 Former CT Residents Cleaning Up After Florida Homes Damaged by Hurricane Ian
People across Southwest Florida continue to assess damage after Hurricane Ian’s devastating impact. Among those cleaning up are three former Connecticut... → Read More
CT Navy Homecoming Marked With Surprise Proposal
As the USS Indiana returned to Groton Wednesday after a six month deployment, Nevada Currier was eagerly waiting to kiss her boyfriend of three years. Little... → Read More
New London Parents Get Married in NICU Before Bringing Daughter Home
Drue Barnwell has spent more than 100 days in the NICU at a New London hospital. Before going home, the newborn's parents tied the knot with her in their arms. → Read More
ConnectiCon Draws Thousands to Hartford
ConnectiCon is returning to Hartford this weekend for its 18th year. The fan-run convention spans four days and features a multi-genre selection of cosplay,... → Read More
UConn Women Inspiration for Mansfield Middle School Basketball Players
When the UConn women take on Stanford Friday night in the Final Four, fans across the country will be watching, including a team of middle school basketball... → Read More
UConn Women's Basketball Team Surprises 9-Year-Old With Trip to Final Four
When the UConn women’s basketball team plays in the Final Four Friday night, they will have a very special fan in the stands. Daniela Ciriello, a 9-year-old... → Read More
Ledge Light Continues Vaccine Outreach With ‘My Why' Campaign
Nearly a year after all adults in Connecticut became eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine, public health workers continue outreach efforts to those who have not yet... → Read More
For First Time, People in Connecticut Can Legally Bet on Super Bowl
For the first time in Connecticut, people will be able to legally bet on the Super Bowl. The Los Angeles Rams and the Cincinnati Bengals will compete in Super... → Read More
Eastern Connecticut COVID-19 Testing Sites Get New Vendors
New vendors are now operating several state-sponsored COVID testing sites in eastern Connecticut. Sema4 stopped providing COVID testing in January. The lab... → Read More
Southeastern CT Leaders Push for Added COVID Testing
Sherry Wylie waited in line at Dodd Stadium in Norwich for hours on Monday, desperate to get tested for COVID-19 after missing days of work. “I have been... → Read More
Healthcare Workers ‘Overwhelmed' as COVID Cases Surge
Frontline workers say they are exhausted and overwhelmed as COVID-19 cases surge in Connecticut again. “It’s tough. It’s taxing, but we work as a team,”... → Read More
‘Stressful Across the Board': Pharmacists Contend With Omicron Surge and Increased Demand
Jason Navallil has worked in pharmacies for the last decade. He has never seen it this busy. “I absolutely feel like I have not left the pharmacy in the last... → Read More
‘Not All Masks Are Made the Same': Why Doctors Say You Should Upgrade Your Mask
As the Omicron surge continues across the country, experts recommend upgrading your face mask. If you are relying on a homemade or cloth face covering, it might... → Read More
Long Lines for COVID-19 Testing in Connecticut Persist
With a surge in cases and the holidays just days away, the demand for COVID-19 testing is skyrocketing. Long lines have been spotted across the state, as people... → Read More
Groton Restaurants Impacted by Rising COVID-19 Numbers
Paul’s Pasta Shop in Groton is taking a step back as COVID case numbers increase in the state and region. The restaurant will not be offering indoor dining... → Read More