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Hartford
Monday, May 19th, 2025
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The West Hartford Fire Department extinguished a balcony fire at Bishops Place Apartments on Albany Avenue Saturday night, responding at 8:59 p.m. after a call reported flames at 8:57 p.m. (damage was limited to the building's exterior) and no injuries occurred (residents were unharmed). We-Ha
- ➤ On Saturday night, emergency crews—responding to a neighbor's report—arrived at Bishops Place Apartments in West Hartford at 8:57 p.m. and quickly put out a third-floor balcony fire that caused only external damage with no injuries reported—officials continue investigating the cause. WFSB-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Marie Kirkley-Bey, the first woman of color to be appointed Deputy Majority Leader of the Connecticut House, passed away after decades of service that included her role as Deputy Speaker—she was known for her work on local issues. She lived in Hartford for 57 years and left a lasting mark on community leadership. NBC Connecticut
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday the Connecticut Sun hosted the Washington Mystics at 1 p.m. at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville as they debuted a new lineup led by head coach Rachid Meziane following major roster changes including signing veteran Tina Charles + retaining key players Marina Mabrey and Olivia Nelson-Ododa. Connecticut Post
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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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Destined Rivals Prerelease Tournament
Tournament Name — 10 a.m. — Tabletop Gaming Center — Registration fee applicable — Compete in the latest TCG series with fellow enthusiasts.
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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.
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League Challenge Tournament
6:30 PM — Tabletop Gaming Center — Competitive entry — Show off your TCG skills at the local league challenge.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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