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Friday, January 16th, 2026
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A Singas Famous Pizza franchise will open at 1210 Main St. in East Hartford pending food license and building permits; its launch date is unconfirmed (permit approval is still in process). CT Insider
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mystic Dead paid tribute to Bob Weir at New Park Brewing in West Hartford on Wednesday while honoring the Grateful Dead legacy. The band will perform another tribute concert Saturday at Arch Street Tavern in Hartford. FOX61
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Webster Hill Elementary canceled classes today after several students showed norovirus symptoms Thursday, and officials said the school (classrooms, gym and cafeteria) will be sanitized to help prevent further spread. NBC Connecticut
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut lottery reported 14 winners of $100K or more so far in January, including a Fairfield man who won $1 million on Wednesday at a News Express store. A Tolland man also secured a $4 million prize at a Gulf Convenience Mart gas stop (along the Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike). Connecticut Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Federal grants for addiction and mental health support were cut Tuesday, putting local nonprofits at risk. Governor Lamont said the legislature created a $500 million fund to fill the gap, while community leaders urge the federal government to reverse the cuts — a move needed to protect vital services. FOX61
- ➤ Connecticut launched a yellow envelope program on Wednesday, Jan. 14 in Hartford to help drivers with disabilities share key details with first responders. The envelopes (which hold a driver’s license, registration, and extra info) are available free at DMVs, police stations and local community groups. Connecticut Post
- ➤ Fourteen veterans were chosen for the 21st class of the Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame, Gov. Ned Lamont announced. The induction ceremony will be held at 5 p.m. on Jan. 22 at the Gold Star Families Memorial Auditorium on the CT Department of Veterans Affairs campus in Rocky Hill. CT News Junkie
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hartford Healthcare doctor Joseph St. Pierre in Shelton said a daily Wegovy pill (which shares the active ingredient of the once-a-week injection) could be a game changer by being $50 cheaper each month but may cause more side effects and less weight loss while insurance coverage remains uncertain. News 12 Connecticut
- ➤ A new national report shows Connecticut ranks fourth in health based on low premature death rates and low non-prescribed drug use, while also noting challenges with housing and income inequality. The United Health Foundation released the study this week for residents to review. WFSB-TV
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Food experts in Connecticut predict a 110% rise in snackified seafood trends for 2026, with mini protein snacks gaining popularity, based on Tastewise’s forecast. Local chefs at To The Gills and Mystic Fish Camp plan to source ingredients locally and develop new recipes. Connecticut Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Morgan Tuck earned All-America honors during her senior season when she helped win a national title and saw her 2015 and 2016 championship teams honored Thursday in Storrs – a tribute that reflects the lasting bond with UConn which now shapes her role as Connecticut Sun general manager. Connecticut Post
- ➤ At Avon Old Farms, legendary hockey coach John Gardner (49-year mentor to over 100 Division I players and 30 NHL draftees) passed away on Dec. 20 after battling cancer. Coach Mark Naclerio will carry on his traditions. Connecticut Post
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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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Pressed Flower Heart Art Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Connecticut Valley Brewing Company — Free entry — Create a lasting heart-shaped artwork using pressed flowers.
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PMP Certification Bootcamp
9 AM – 5 PM — 100 Pearl Street Gallery Parking — Cost varies — Fast-track training to become a Project Management Professional with expert coaching and resources.
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Eric Lindell Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Arch Street Tavern — Tickets available — Experience the soulful tunes of acclaimed singer-songwriter Eric Lindell in an intimate setting.
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