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Hartford
Sunday, September 14th, 2025
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 14th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rob Zombie will make his only East Coast appearance in Connecticut for the 20th anniversary of The Devil’s Rejects—a cult film known for both praise and controversy. Connecticut Post
- ➤ Saturday's Hartford Pride Festival in Downtown Hartford featured live music, shows, and resource booths from local groups that offered help and health support—organizers said the event reminded people that everyone is valued. FOX61
- ➤ Families gathered at Hartford City Hall to celebrate Honduras' Independence Day — they enjoyed cultural festivities and community outreach that focused on immigrant rights. FOX61
- ➤ Today the Mark Twain House is hosting a 150th anniversary celebration from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.—it marks the historic home where Samuel and Olivia Clemens lived in Hartford. Constitution Day displays featuring early printings of the U.S. Constitution will be viewable at Yale’s Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library starting Sept. 21. Connecticut Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A state audit revealed safety and oversight failures at four private special education schools and University School JPE during the 2022–23 school year—some schools did not properly check staff backgrounds or fully deliver students' IEP services. Officials reviewed the report and advocates called for stronger rules while some schools said they had begun making changes. FOX61
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut fire officials say firefighting is more dangerous today because modern homes with plastics and chemicals make fires burn hotter and faster. They are updating equipment — like special masks and a real-time reporting system — to help lower risks such as cancer among firefighters. FOX61
- ➤ On Saturday, the American Red Cross held blood drives in Hartford, Bridgeport, and Waterbury to mark Sickle Cell Awareness Month—local donors helped ensure a diverse blood supply for people living with this challenging disease. NBC Connecticut
- ➤ Donors gave blood along Albany Avenue in Hartford Saturday for Sickle Cell Awareness Month—organizers plan additional drives on Wednesday at Total Mortgage Arena in Bridgeport and Sept. 27 at Grace Baptist Church in Danbury. WTNH News 8
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Week 1 of high school football across Connecticut saw wins by teams like Greenwich, Berlin and Killingly as new coaches and quarterbacks delivered standout plays and record runs. Conference play begins next week with a slate of high-profile matchups—teams are expected to build on early successes—while local fans await more action. Connecticut Post
- ➤ The UConn football team lost to Delaware by a score of 44 to 41 in overtime as its weak defense allowed a late regulation field goal to tie the game and an overtime touchdown to decide the win—UConn began the season with a record of one to two, marking its eighth consecutive season starting poorly. Connecticut Post
- ➤ UConn football lost to Delaware 44—41 in overtime on Saturday as the Huskies fell for their second consecutive overtime loss when Delaware tied the game with a late field goal. WFSB-TV
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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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Hartford Girls Rock! 2025
1-3 p.m. — Hartford Marriott Downtown — Donations support scholarships — Celebrate and honor outstanding young women for their leadership and community service.
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Elvis Costello & The Imposters Concert
1-4 p.m. — William H. Mortensen Hall — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the classic early songs of Elvis Costello with The Imposters backing him.
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Hartford Whine and W3rk Fit Camp
7-9 p.m. — Warehouse 635 — Ticket required — Join a high-energy Caribbean dance fitness camp suitable for all fitness levels.
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Area 11 Convention Preview
8 a.m. – 11 p.m. — Sheraton Hartford South Hotel — Registration required — Explore community recovery resources at the 66th Area 11 Convention.
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BASWA's 25th Anniversary Celebration
3-7 p.m. — Farmington Gardens — Free venue parking — Celebrate 25 years of beauty and culture with live entertainment and local vendors.
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Twenty One Pilots Live in Hartford
8:00 p.m. — Xfinity Theatre — Tickets starting at $82 — Experience the cinematic spectacle of Twenty One Pilots on their Clancy Tour: Breach 2025.
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Twenty One Pilots - The Clancy Tour: Breach 2025
8:00-9:30 PM — Xfinity Theatre — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the electrifying performance of Twenty One Pilots live in Hartford.
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The Notebook - The Musical
7:30-9 p.m. — William H. Mortensen Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the emotional journey of love in this captivating musical adaptation of the beloved story.
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Live Music with The Boomers
6-9 p.m. — Cotton Hollow Kitchen — Free entry — Enjoy classic rock and pop hits while savoring great food and drinks.
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