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Tuesday, April 29th, 2025
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Officers responded to a ShotSpotter alert on the 500 block of Farmington Avenue early Monday, finding a woman in her 20s with multiple gunshot wounds who was taken to the hospital—Hartford Police Major Crimes and Crime Scene Divisions are investigating. NBC Connecticut
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut providers warned that if federal Medicaid cuts take effect, they may have to reduce services while Gov. Lamont’s administration models the potential impact on the state budget—possible changes could lower per-enrollee payments and lead to major funding losses. Providers and officials said the state risks losing up to $3.5 billion in reimbursements if Congress adopts fixed payment amounts for Medicaid, affecting critical services. CT Mirror
- ➤ The Connecticut Legislature’s End Homelessness Caucus screened a documentary about unhoused residents at Rosette Neighborhood Village last week—prompting a panel discussion with lawmakers and advocates. Participants discussed bills to stop penalizing people who sleep on public property and to support 500 transitional tiny homes—urging urgent legislative action as homelessness rises. CT News Junkie
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hartford HealthCare and the University of Saint Joseph announced a new partnership on April 28 that will bring on-campus telehealth and healthcare services to USJ students—program services include primary care, mental health referrals and urgent care and will begin in fall semester. We-Ha
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut flunked a Realtor.com report on home construction & affordability by ranking 45th nationally as strict land-use rules and high building costs make buying a home tough. Other states like New York and Massachusetts also received low marks, deepening challenges for local buyers. Connecticut Post
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Hartford Yard Goats vs. Chesapeake Baysox
7:10-11:10 p.m. — Dunkin' Park — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Hartford Yard Goats take on the Chesapeake Baysox in an exciting baseball matchup.
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Spanish Parenting Education Class
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Catholic Charities — Free — Engage in a comprehensive parenting education class tailored for Spanish-speaking families.
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Hartford Symphony Orchestra Chamber Music Concert
2-6 p.m. — Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art — Ticket prices vary — Experience enchanting chamber music set against the backdrop of beautiful art exhibitions.
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The NY Latino Kings of Comedy
7-10 p.m. — Lo Sano Restaurant & Bar — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of laughter, dining, and drinks with the NY Latino Kings of Comedy.
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Spring Fling 600
8 a.m. — YMCA Camp Sloper — Registration details available — Celebrate the outdoors with the CT Trailmixers at the eighth annual Spring Fling event.
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Music Bingo Night
7-9 p.m. — Bear's Smokehouse Barbecue — Free to play — Enjoy a night of music bingo with great food, drinks, and prizes.
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The Great Gatsby - Ballet
7:00-8:30 p.m. — William H. Mortensen Hall — Tickets available — Experience the glitz and glamor of the Roaring Twenties in a stunning ballet adaptation of Fitzgerald's classic.
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The Carousel Museum Conference 2025
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — The Carousel Museum — Ticket purchase required — Experience hands-on workshops and explore the wonderful history of carousels.
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Mindful Hike at Penwood State Park
1-4:15 p.m. — Penwood State Park Parking — Free entry — Experience a moderate hike combined with mindfulness skills amidst the beauty of nature.
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Hartford and Springfield Actuaries Convention
5 AM – 2 PM — Connecticut Convention Center — Registration fees apply — Engage in professional development and networking with top industry speakers.
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