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Wednesday, April 9th, 2025
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire broke out around 9 p.m. in an apartment on the fifth floor of a building on Prospect Avenue—leaving one person dead and 26 residents displaced. WFSB-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Richard Barrington pleaded guilty to first-degree manslaughter and first-degree assault for hitting and killing Police Det. Bobby Garten when he fled a traffic stop in September 2023—he is scheduled for a pre-sentencing investigation on June 20. WTNH News 8
- ➤ Yesterday's broadcast from Nicole Nalepa, Tracey McCain, Jill Gilardi, and Caitlin Francis gave a forecast of isolated rain and snow showers and updated viewers on local incidents. The segment reported a fire near Prospect Avenue that killed one person and forced 26 residents out, a fire at a Hartford senior living facility that left one dead, a home fire in Watertown under investigation, and a double shooting near Winter Street in New Haven that left one dead — all on April 8. WFSB-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hartford Mayor Arunan Arulampalam announced a new program that will transform vacant lots into affordable homes to boost homeownership for Black and Brown residents. The pilot, based on the Neighborhood Homes Investment Act—funded by $2 million from the state and $2 million from Hartford—will see a task force set up in coming weeks to identify redevelopment sites. Connecticut Public
- ➤ Governor Ned Lamont and Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz held a roundtable in Hartford Tuesday, April 8 to discuss proposals to expand free pre-K access for families making up to $100,000 a year + raise early childhood educator salaries. Lawmakers will consider what could be the largest pre-K expansion in state history + additional steps to support early learning. WTNH News 8
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fans in Hartford will join a victory parade on Saturday to honor the UConn women’s basketball team’s 12th national championship—celebrations follow a season of strong play. FOX61
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In-Person Parenting Education Class
9 AM – 4 PM — Catholic Charities — Registration required — Enhance your parenting skills through this comprehensive workshop by Catholic Charities.
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Hartford Yard Goats vs. Portland Sea Dogs
7:10-11:10 PM — Dunkin' Park — Ticketed event — Experience the excitement of minor league baseball as the Hartford Yard Goats take on the Portland Sea Dogs.
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Charlotte Checkers at Hartford Wolf Pack
7-11 p.m. — XL Center — Cost info not provided — Experience the excitement of AHL hockey as the Wolf Pack take on the Checkers at home.
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Birth Moon Crystal Bracelet Making Class
1:30-3:30 p.m. — Mondazzi Book, Bead & Crystal — $30.00 — Create a personalized moon phase bracelet while exploring lunar influences and crystal healing properties.
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Hartford Caribbean Dance Fitness Camp
7-9 p.m. — Warehouse 635 — Fun event — Experience the world's most electrifying Caribbean dance fitness class with all fitness levels welcome.
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Romeo and Juliet
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Hartford Stage — Ticket prices vary — An intoxicating blend of tragedy and hope unfolds in this timeless tale of young love.
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Romeo and Juliet - Theatrical Production
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Hartford Stage — Ticket prices vary — Experience the intoxicating blend of tragedy and hope in a classic tale of young love.
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2025 NAfME All-Eastern Conference
April 24-27 — Connecticut Convention Center — Cost info not provided — Advocate, elevate, and celebrate music education at this enriching conference.
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Mark Wood Performance
7-11 p.m. — Kingswood Oxford School — Tickets available — Experience an evening of music with Emmy-winning composer and recording artist Mark Wood.
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HYPERGLOW Hartford 2025
8-11 p.m. — The Webster — Tickets available — Experience America’s largest glow party with neon lights and live performances.
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