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Friday, September 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut Halloween attractions for 2025 open this fall with spooky haunts in towns like Stamford, Stratford, and Middlefield. Many events will run from late September or early October through November — tickets cost between $20 and $35. Connecticut Post
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ State Commissioner Beth Bye announced Thursday that the new Early Childhood Education Endowment added 500–600 child care slots in cities including West Hartford, Bridgeport, and Derby. Providers will be able to apply for contracts as an additional 1,000 spaces will be available in January to grow overall capacity to 16,000 slots by 2030. Connecticut Post
- ➤ State education officials reported that about 25 Connecticut school districts met the performance target of 75 in English, math, and science for the 2024 to 2025 school year, with districts in wealthier areas scoring above 80 while urban districts, including Hartford, scored below 50. The report shows that even though many groups improved, the gap between students with and without disabilities remains wide—raising concerns among local educators. Connecticut Post
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ No one in Connecticut won the jackpot in Wednesday's Powerball drawing as the prize now stands at $1.7 billion for Saturday’s drawing—11 $1 million tickets were sold in eight other states. The CT Lottery reported 80,051 winning tickets with most prizes being much smaller. Connecticut Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Early Childhood Commissioner Beth Bye will retire effective Oct. 1 to work in healthcare settings—Gov. Lamont praised her for expanding childcare access and launching home visiting programs. Elena Trueworthy, the deputy commissioner, will serve as interim leader until the legislative session begins in February when she may be nominated permanently. CT News Junkie
- ➤ West Hartford officials and their consultants VN Engineers and VHB presented 15 proposed camera locations and 5 backups at a public meeting—final reviews on Sept. 17 and Sept. 29 will decide the plan—before the program launches by mid 2026 as part of a Vision Zero effort. We-Ha
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The American Red Cross says the nation faces a crisis as blood donations dropped after COVID-19—governors are now being asked to encourage people to donate and help hospitals meet patient needs. WFSB-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ NFL season kicks off tonight as sports fans get ready to wager roughly $30 billion while state officials warn that young men may be at risk from online gambling—urging everyone to set limits before betting. WFSB-TV
- ➤ Adrian Wojnarowski — a Bristol native who started his journalism job covering UConn men’s basketball for Waterbury — will be honored with the Curt Gowdy Insight Award at the Naismith Hall of Fame ceremony this weekend. He built his career from local Hartford news to breaking NBA facts for a national audience. Connecticut Post
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CCSU Blue Devils vs. AIC Yellow Jackets Football Game
1-4 p.m. — Arute Field — Admission info not specified — Exciting college football showdown to kick off the season at Arute Field.
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Navratri Garba Night Featuring Atul Purohit
4:30-10:30 p.m. — Connecticut Convention Center — Student special combo: $44.99, Kids FREE — Celebrate Navratri with live music and vibrant folk dance.
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Rosh Hashanah Celebration
7-9 p.m. — Elicit Brewing Co — Ticket required — Celebrate the Jewish New Year with good vibes, delicious kosher treats, and new friends.
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Sip-Shop-Network Summer Series
6-8 p.m. — SubherbanLivin- The Gift Back Gift Shop — 10% off shopping — Connect and collaborate with local entrepreneurs while enjoying refreshments and good company.
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RetroWorld Expo 2025
1-8 p.m. — Connecticut Convention Center — $35-$145 — Celebrate all things gaming with a vibrant marketplace, competitions, and special guest panels.
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Hike to the Mic
5-11 p.m. — Heublein Tower — Free entry — Experience the breathtaking views and historic charm of Talcott Mountain during an adventurous hike.
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CT Horrorfest Show - 2 Day Pass
10 a.m.-7 p.m. & 11 a.m.-5 p.m. — Connecticut Convention Center — Ticket pricing varies — Meet horror icons, shop themed vendors, and enjoy Q&A panels at this thrilling festival.
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Rhythm of the Guitar
Evening event — Apple Cinemas Xtreme — $30 — Experience enchanting music that unites guitar enthusiasts in a vibrant atmosphere.
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