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Hartford
Sunday, August 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut Foodshare helps over 500,000 food insecure residents, and the organization relies on volunteers & their efforts to secure food supplies across the state. FOX61
- ➤ Family members and community gathered to say final goodbyes to Plainville firefighter Ray Moreau, 60, who died last Sunday after suffering injuries while fighting a fire on Maria Road. The funeral service took place at 10 a.m. Saturday at Central Connecticut State University’s Welte Hall (1615 Stanley St.) and a procession followed to the cemetery (200 South End Road, Southington). NBC Connecticut
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Hartford police are investigating a shooting near Fairmount and Center Streets after a man in his 20s was treated at St. Francis Hospital for a non-life-threatening gunshot wound and anyone with information is urged to call HPD Tip Line at (860) 722-TIPS (8477). WTIC
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Bridgeport and Hartford approved record-high housing permits in 2024 with Bridgeport reaching 485 units and Hartford hitting 468 units — the highest totals since 1990 — while state approvals dropped from 8,357 permits in 2023. Governor Lamont vetoed a bill aimed at easing approvals and offered alternative language ahead of a special legislative session in September, and construction continued on projects like The August at Steelpointe Harbor. Connecticut Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Five-year-old Anderson Raymond from West Hartford became the 3 millionth fan to enter Dunkin’ Park last Saturday evening—he was greeted by team mascots, received a personalized jersey, a $200 gift card, a swag bag, and tickets for a hospitality suite at a later game. The historic moment took place before the Hartford Yard Goats played against the Reading Fightin’ Phils, marking a major milestone for the ballpark. FOX61
- ➤ The UConn men’s basketball team practiced hard last week as Coach Dan Hurley pushed his players during an intrasquad scrimmage to sharpen both offense and defense. They will follow a summer plan of four hard weeks and two weeks off to fix past mistakes and prepare for a tough nonconference schedule — a move to build a stronger team. Connecticut Post
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Riverfront Music Series - Town Band
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Riverfront Community Center — Free entry — Enjoy a summer evening with live music from the Town Band at Riverfront Park.
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Dreamwake Release Show
7-9 p.m. — The Webster — All ages — Experience Dreamwake's unique wavecore sound at The Lost Years release show.
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Precision Neuromuscular Therapy Workshop: Hip and Thigh
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. — StrongHouse Studio — Check for availability — Explore the connection between hip issues and overall body movement with expert guidance from Sarah Ernst-Edwards.
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Paul Brown Monday Night Jazz Series
6:00-9:30 p.m. — Bushnell Park Conservancy — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful evening of jazz music under the stars.
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Kayaking and SUP Coaching Session
3:30-6:30 p.m. — Collinsville Canoe & Kayak — Free entry — Get hands-on coaching for kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding in a scenic location.
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Bonsai Workshop
6:30-8:30 p.m. — WeHa Brewing & Roasting Company — Check for costs — Get creative with your friends as you craft miniature bonsai trees.
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Gabriel Rutledge Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Funny Bone Comedy Club & Restaurant — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of quick wit and laughter with standout comedian Gabriel Rutledge.
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Barrington Levy Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Webster — Tickets from $36 — Experience the thrilling sounds of Barrington Levy in Hartford's vibrant venue.
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Kayaking and SUP Coaching
3:30-6:30 p.m. — Collinsville Canoe & Kayak — Free entry — Learn the basics of kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding at a local venue.
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Riverfront East Hartford 5 Mile
6:15–8:00 p.m. — Goodwin University — Registration fees apply — Test your endurance at this scenic 5-mile run along the riverfront in East Hartford.
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