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Saturday, March 14th, 2026
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Playhouse on Park in West Hartford will host a free panel on Monday, March 16 called 'The Man Behind the Movement: The Humanity of Faith, Power, and Vulnerability in Public Leadership' + the evening starts with a wine and cheese reception at 6 p.m., a panel and Q&A at 7 p.m., and ends with dessert at 8:30 p.m. We-Ha
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut’s regular gasoline price edged up to $3.52 per gallon by Friday, a 62-cent increase from last month, driven by higher crude prices amid global tensions & supply shortfalls; Bridgeport recorded the highest local cost while New Haven-Meriden enjoyed lower rates. CT Mirror
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Revolution Wind, an offshore wind project off Connecticut and Rhode Island — a key boost for clean energy — will come online Friday, Mar. 20, to power up to 350,000 homes with 704 megawatts. State officials say it will lower electricity costs and reduce fossil fuel reliance. Connecticut Public
- ➤ The Connecticut legislature’s Environment Committee discussed a proposal on Friday to launch a rapid response program for hydrilla that would form a task force to map infestations, expedite permits + install boat washing stations. The plan aims to curb the invasive plant’s spread across Connecticut’s waterways. CT Mirror
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut officials warn that alcohol-impaired driving poses a deadly risk around St. Patrick’s Day on March 17, noting 113 fatalities in 2023 that accounted for over a third of traffic deaths. They urge drivers to plan a sober ride home using ride-sharing services or taxis. CT News Junkie
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Hall High School's boys hockey team rallied from a 3-0 deficit to win 4-3 over Rocky Hill in the CIAC Division III quarterfinal on March 12 and will play Enfield Monday night in the state semifinal round. We-Ha
- ➤ UConn's second-seeded men’s basketball team faces a tough matchup against Georgetown in the Big East Tournament semifinal Friday night. WFSB-TV
- ➤ After UConn suffered a 68 to 62 loss to Marquette, Coach Dan Hurley called the game a choke job and said he and his team endured a painful film session — the Huskies later rallied for a 93 to 68 win over Xavier in the Big East Tournament. NBC Connecticut
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Annual Johnny's Jog for Charity 5K
9 a.m. — Blue Back Square — Registration required — Participate in a community run and support a good cause with raffle prizes.
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Christian Music Concert Series
7-11 p.m. — PeoplesBank Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience uplifting sounds at a night of inspiring Christian music.
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Big Shrimp Live Performance
9 p.m. — Arch Street Tavern — No cover charge — Experience high-octane rock as Big Shrimp merges funk and improvisation in an unforgettable live show.
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Night Zero with Fungkshui
7 PM - 12 AM — Arch Street Tavern — Free parking available — Experience an electrifying night of live music featuring mesmerizing guitar and bass performances.
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Chess Club for Kids
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Licia & Mason Beekley Community Library — Free entry — A monthly gathering for young chess enthusiasts aged 5-12 to sharpen their skills.
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