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Hartford
Sunday, January 4th, 2026
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 4th of January.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Tomorrow, the American Federation of Teachers and Brighton Park Neighborhood Council will file court updates on the cancellation of Full-Service Community Schools grants affecting programs in New Haven, Waterbury and Hartford. The move would remove $1.2 million from Hartford schools as part of a $150 million grant cancellation (details pending). Connecticut Post
- ➤ The Greater Hartford Gives Foundation approved $50,000 in grants to help local students pursue post-secondary education. The funding allocates $37,000 to UConn School of Social Work for its Connecticut ¡Adelante! Program and $12,000 to Future Forward CT to support adult learners. FOX61
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Access Health CT extended its enrollment deadline to Jan. 31 so residents can sign up for health and dental coverage beginning Feb. 1. Applicants must provide identification and income documents to enroll. Connecticut Post
- ➤ Connecticut residents using Access Health face higher insurance costs after federal subsidies expired Dec. 31, although Gov. Lamont authorized a $70 million state contribution to partly ease increases; enrollment is extended to Jan. 31 for coverage starting Feb. 1 (rates vary by income). Connecticut Post
- ➤ Hartford HealthCare's St. Vincent's Medical Center received a $15 million gift from the Neil Mellen estate to expand its cancer treatment center. The hospital will use the investment to build state-of-the-art treatment spaces (with enhanced patient amenities and new technologies) that will make it a key regional destination for cancer care. Connecticut Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UConn will face Marquette on Sunday at 2 p.m. at Gampel Pavilion—an important Quad 4 game as the Huskies, at 13-1, take on a struggling Marquette squad at 5-9. The contest will air on NBCRadio and local stations. Connecticut Post
- ➤ UConn women's basketball beat Seton Hall 84–48 at PeoplesBank Arena on Jan. 3 when KK Arnold returned from a broken nose and spurred the team with key steals & smart play that set the tone after an early slow start. Connecticut Post
- ➤ On Jan. 2, 2026, the Hall Titans beat the Avon Falcons 70-32 at home in West Hartford & showed strong teamwork with key plays from Isaiah Gaston and Nico Gilbert. We-Ha
- ➤ UConn's women's basketball team beat Seton Hall at PeoplesBank Arena on Saturday, Jan. 3 by forcing 32 turnovers — a tactic that led to an 84-48 win. The game showcased strong defense and effective rotations. Connecticut Post
- ➤ UConn football head coach Jason Candle built an entirely new coaching staff in just four weeks - adding 22 assistants and specialists at the Mark R. Shenkman Training Center. The changes come as the team rebuilds its roster for the 2026 season. FOX61
- ➤ UConn men's basketball started Big East play with three wins by a combined margin of 60 points against Butler, DePaul, and Xavier — coach Dan Hurley said the gap is widening between his team and the competition. The Huskies face Marquette today as they build on their strong start. Connecticut Post
- ➤ UConn forward Alex Karaban is set to play his final five games at Gampel Pavilion, starting today at 2 p.m. against Marquette, as he seeks to break school records and earn Big East Player of the Year honors under coach Dan Hurley. Connecticut Post
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Nike New England Winterfest Volleyball
Competitive Matches — Jan 10 - 26 — Connecticut Convention Center — Entry Fee Required — Experience the thrill of youth and adult volleyball in an exciting tournament atmosphere.
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Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
7:00-8:30 p.m. — PeoplesBank Arena — Cost info not provided — Experience the magic of Arendelle and Casita with thrilling performances and beloved songs.
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The Cottage
7:30-9 p.m. — Hartford Stage — $ — A fast-paced farce where love, betrayal, and telegrams collide in a quaint English countryside home.
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The Cottage
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hartford Stage — Unforgettable performance awaits in this captivating theatrical event.
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The Cottage at Hartford Stage
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hartford Stage — Tickets starting at $207 — Experience a captivating performance with The Cottage in downtown Hartford.
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Ghosts of Jupiter with John Ferrara
8-11:30 p.m. — Arch Street Tavern — Ticket details not listed — Experience psychedelic rock with Ghosts of Jupiter and innovative bass compositions by John Ferrara.
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Urgent - A Tribute to Foreigner
8-11 p.m. — New Park Brewing — $0.55+ service fee — Experience electrifying hits from Foreigner brought to life by the premier tribute band Urgent.
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Kermit Lynch Wine Dinner
6-9 p.m. — Artisan Restaurant West Hartford — $125 per person — Experience a gourmet five-course dinner paired with exquisite Kermit Lynch wines as you explore French and Italian flavors.
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Valentine Craft Workshop
6-7 p.m. — The Mark Twain House & Museum — $25 per person — Learn the Victorian language of flowers and craft unique Valentines to express your true sentiments.
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CT River & Roots Series: Kimaya Diggs
2-3:30 p.m. — Windsor Art Center — Free entry — Enjoy a free acoustic performance by R&B/soul musician Kimaya Diggs in a welcoming gallery setting.
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