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Silas Demary Jr. is set to lead the UConn men's basketball team as he applies lessons learned last season to boost his play.

The Huskies plan to build on past wins in upcoming games.

UConn men's basketball will hire a former Spurs scout as its new general manager.

He advanced through the Spurs' scouting department and brings widespread basketball connections.

Hartford volunteers held a donation drive outside City Hall today to collect food, clothing, supplies (and flashlights) for earthquake victims in Colombia, where a 7.4 quake left nearly 300 dead and many homeless.

Many donors, including those with family ties to Colombia, joined the effort.

Connecticut’s tax-free week is underway until Saturday, Aug.

22, letting shoppers avoid the 6.35% sales tax on clothing, shoes and school supplies. The per-item price cap increased to $300 and non-electronic school supplies are permanently exempt (including pens, pencils and crayons).

Hundreds gathered Sunday at The Lodge Community Chapel in Windsor to honor former Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman (the state’s first female comptroller) who served eight years; flags flew at half staff and a line of cars marked the tribute before her private burial.

After a Sunday meeting, church leaders at the Center Church House voted to spend about $48,000 for pre-construction costs and tentatively chose contractor Precision Finishes - Superior Finishes to restore the historic meeting house.

Connecticut residents can rent private pools using Swimply as town rules differ, with residential listings available statewide.

The digital platform offers pool rental options (rules vary by town) for locals seeking a private swim experience.

Bradley Air National Guard Base in East Granby welcomed home about 200 soldiers returning from a year-long deployment earlier this afternoon.

Families celebrated their return with 'Welcome Home' balloons and warm embraces as they enjoyed reconnecting with their loved ones.