Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of May.
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💼 Business
General Dynamics Electric Boat workers are threatening a strike beginning at midnight today if their demands for better wages, retirement security, cost-of-living adjustments & respect on the job are not met.
Union Local 571 said that up to 2,400 employees may strike and nearly 2,000 are set for picket duty after the company posted over $13 billion in profits and held a pre-strike rally on Friday with support from local politicians.
🏛️ Government
On May 15, hundreds of kindergarten through 12 students and college job seekers attended the Manufacturer ConneCTion Fair at the state Capitol in Hartford—where over 30 manufacturers showcased career opportunities.
Reps. Liz Linehan and Kara Rochelle organized the event—designed to connect students with manufacturing careers in Connecticut.
🏈 Sports
On May 17, 2025, the Conard girls lacrosse team beat Staples High School 19-7 in West Hartford.
The win improved Conard's record to 14-1 — they will face Hall in their final regular season game on Thursday at 4 p.m.
🎉 Hartford Events
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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.
Destined Rivals Prerelease Tournament
Tournament Name — 10 a.m. — Tabletop Gaming Center — Registration fee applicable — Compete in the latest TCG series with fellow enthusiasts.
Senior Living Awards Virtual Tour
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Online Event — Free entry — Explore the best of senior living communities and their exceptional services and awards.
League Challenge Tournament
6:30 PM — Tabletop Gaming Center — Competitive entry — Show off your TCG skills at the local league challenge.
New Hampshire Fisher Cats at Hartford Yard Goats
7:10-8:40 p.m. — Dunkin' Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling action as the Fisher Cats take on the Yard Goats in an exciting baseball showdown.
Yard Goats Baseball Game
12:10-3:00 p.m. — Dunkin' Park — $40 — Catch the Hartford Yard Goats in action while enjoying a buffet and great seating on the Yeungling Party Deck.
Back To The Future - The Musical
8 p.m. — William H. Mortensen Hall — Tickets available — The beloved 80's film classic comes to life in a brand-new musical journey through time and space.
Evening Retreat for Music Ministers
6-9 p.m. — Holy Family Retreat & Conference Center — $45 for non-members, $35 for NPM members — Gather with fellow music ministers for an evening of singing, learning, and spiritual reflection.
Smino's Kountry Kousins Tour
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Webster — Ticket prices vary — Experience Smino's genre-blurring sound with sharp lyricism and infectious groove alongside Samara Cyn.
Back to the Future - The Musical
7:30-9 p.m. — William H. Mortensen Hall — Tickets available — Experience the musical adaptation of the iconic 80's film with Marty McFly and friends.
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