Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of March.
Good morning, Hartford.
SpaceX launched over two dozen Starlink satellites Sunday night from Cape Canaveral — the Falcon 9 booster’s ascent was seen across Hartford.
Nearly 250 volunteers joined the second annual Coldest Night of the Year 2K and 5K walk on Saturday at CRT's Windsor Street offices in Hartford, raising about $44,000 for programs helping people facing homelessness — coordinated by CRT and the Connecticut Coalition to End Homelessness.
Katie de Cunha Lewin examines the working spaces of famous authors in her new book, The Writer's Room.
The release is part of SOMOS CONNECTICUT (a Connecticut Public initiative to amplify Latino stories and enrich local programming).
A Connecticut-based Iranian Yale scholar celebrated the fall of Iran’s regime and called for free elections, drawing the attention of thousands of local families (with ties to Iran) as they watch the historic shift unfold.
On Thursday, the Bradley Inn hotel was condemned for lacking electricity, heat & hot water, leading to the relocation of 20 residents to other hotels by local authorities in Windsor Locks.
At Gampel Pavilion on Saturday, senior forward Alex Karaban was inducted into the Huskies of Honor and led UConn to a 71-67 comeback win over Seton Hall — scoring 23 points in his final game at the arena.
Athletes of all ages competed Sunday in the Connecticut Winter Special Olympics at Powder Ridge Mountain Park (a popular ski venue) in Middlefield, earning medals in sports including skiing, snowboard, figure skating, and gymnastics.
The Connecticut National Guard led medal ceremonies to honor the competitors.
West Hartford's Hall/Conard girls hockey team beat East Catholic 2-1 in overtime on Friday night (Feb.
27), clinching the CCC Championship in a tightly contested match.
UConn won its 47th game in an 85-49 rout over St- John's at Madison Square Garden on Sunday night as Azzi Fudd scored 14 points and Allie Ziebell added 13, and the team will head to the Big East quarterfinals on Saturday.
Feedback - LIVE
6-9 p.m. — Connecticut Valley Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy classic rock favorites and original tunes from the talented band Feedback.
Soccer Classes for Kids Aged 3-8
2 p.m. — Elizabeth Park Conservancy — Enroll now — March indoor soccer classes designed for young boys and girls.
Hartford Wolf Pack vs. Cleveland Monsters
7-8 p.m. — PeoplesBank Arena — Check the local AHL action as the Wolf Pack host the Monsters in a thrilling hockey showdown.
90s Con 2026
4-8 p.m. — Connecticut Convention Center — $176.10 — Celebrate the iconic decade of the 90s with a weekend of nostalgia in Hartford.
90's Con CT - Saturday
10 AM – 2 PM — Connecticut Convention Center — VIP ticket options available — Celebrate the beloved 90s with exclusive experiences and premium seating.
90's Con CT - Sunday
10 AM - 2 PM — Connecticut Convention Center — VIP ticket packages available — Celebrate the iconic 90s with exclusive experiences and meet your favorite stars.
St. Patrick's Day Knitted Banner Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Manchester Public Library — Free entry — Create a festive yarn banner for St. Patrick's Day under the guidance of local artisan Mary Curley.
Turas - Contemporary Irish Music
6-9 p.m. — New Park Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a captivating evening of live Irish music with the band Turas.
Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty
6:30-7:30 p.m. — The Theater of the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience a radiant ballet reimagining of Sleeping Beauty with stunning glow-in-the-dark costumes.
Shamrock Run & Walk
8:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. — Chippens Hill Middle School, Bristol, CT — Registration fee applies — Celebrate Irish spirit with a community 5 & 2-mile road race and fitness walk for all ages.
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