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Forecasters say families in Hartford will pay more to heat their homes this winter (despite a mild forecast) as costs climb faster than overall inflation.

West Hartford Public Library announced that bestselling author Caro Claire Burke will offer a free talk & book signing at Sedgwick Middle School on Thursday, Nov.

5, with ticket distribution starting Tuesday, Sept. 15 at Noah Webster Library.

The annual Hartford Puerto Rican Day Parade kicked off Sunday afternoon despite rain — uniting locals to celebrate Puerto Rican culture along downtown streets.

Organizers said the event continues with planned performances later in the day.

Hartford's Puerto Rican Day Parade was pushed back an hour due to morning rain and will start at noon on Park Street today, ending at Bushnell Park where the Festival del Coquí kicks off at 1 p.m.; organizers expect heavy crowds and urge drivers to watch for pedestrians.

Beginning Monday, Oct.

5, the Connecticut Department of Transportation will add four new weekday trains to Shore Line East service to reduce schedule gaps and enable a Metro-North Super Express connection at New Haven Union Station — these changes come following customer feedback.

A welcome home ceremony honored more than 100 Connecticut National Guard soldiers who returned from deployment.

The event took place downtown where officials + community members recognized their dedication and service.

Nate Amos — performing as This Is Lorelei — released his album "The Singer in My Band" following an interview with NPR’s Scott Simon, offering local listeners a fresh sound in music.

Gigi Smith passed the 100-point mark and scored three times in a 4-0 win over Cheshire at Conard High in West Hartford on Thursday, Sept.

10, while goalie Isa Ripepi posted a shutout+ helping the Red Wolves start the season at 2-0.