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Saturday, June 28th, 2025
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Concertgoers at Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater can now use their phones to order cannabis products—users get a text when their order is ready for pickup. Budr launched the service in partnership with the venue to offer a new way for fans to enjoy live shows. WTNH News 8
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Abdul Mboob, charged in the 2023 murder of Anastasia Paul on July 17 in their Brooklyn Street apartment in Vernon, rejected a plea deal during his court appearance last Friday at Rockville Superior Court—setting the stage for a potential trial. NBC Connecticut
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut is nearing the fourth anniversary of recreational cannabis legalization on July 1 — recreational sales have grown while medical purchases have declined. By May, recreational sales reached $18.7 million and medical sales fell to $6.6 million, changing the market mix as more dispensaries shifted to serving both users. CT Mirror
- ➤ Federal ICE agents have increased arrests of immigrants at courthouses and public spaces in Connecticut, including several actions in Danbury. State and local officials remain in the dark due to the Trust Act—while advocates and affected families face growing fear of deportation. Connecticut Post
- ➤ Governor Lamont signed a bill on Tuesday that lets schools buy small, wearable silent panic alarms for teachers and staff to alert police during emergencies such as an active shooter — the alarms will be paid for with school security grants and gained strong support both in the legislature and at Staples High School in Westport. Connecticut now joins other states with similar safety measures. NBC Connecticut
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Lakeyah Live Performance
9:30 p.m. — 321 Sportsbar — No refunds — Enjoy a vibrant night of hip hop with Lakeyah in Hartford.
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Hartford Yard Goats vs Binghamton Rumble Ponies
7:10-11:10 p.m. — Dunkin' Park — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled baseball game featuring adorable baby goats and hilarious donut vs coffee races.
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Hartford Yard Goats vs. Binghamton Rumble Ponies
6:10-7:40 p.m. — Dunkin' Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement as the Yard Goats take on the Rumble Ponies in a thrilling baseball matchup.
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Hartford Bonanza 2025
4-10 p.m. — Bushnell Park Conservancy — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with music, food, and local artists in Downtown Hartford.
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Plaidcast Live with Piper Klemm
5:30-9 p.m. — Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art — Free entry — Engage in discussions aimed at enhancing the equestrian sport with industry leaders.
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Chechito in Connecticut
7-10 p.m. — Casablanca Hall — Tickets available — Experience the best of Peruvian Chicha and Cumbia with Chechito and Orchestra.
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MOVE! with the Urban League
9 a.m.–2 p.m. — Keney Park Woodland Entrance — Free entry — Celebrate community activity through various forms of movement including running, walking, and dancing.
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DOBLE FILO Concert
9:00 PM — El Rincon Sports Bar & Grill — Check the site for ticket prices — Experience an electrifying night of music with DOBLE FILO.
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Westfield Starfires vs. Vermont Lake Monsters
11 a.m. — Dunkin' Park — No hidden fees — Cheer on local teams as the Starfires take on the Lake Monsters.
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ConnectiCon Fandom Festival
12pm-9pm — Connecticut Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate all things geeky with anime, video games, and live entertainment at this four-day festival.
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