Daily editionMonday, September 28th, 2026
Good morning, Hartford.
The Daily Hartford Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of September.
Community
The Connecticut State Firefighters Association Memorial Foundation hosted its 24th annual Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service Sunday in Windsor Locks to honor 10 firefighters who died from cancer due to occupational exposure — adding their names to a monument now listing 372 heroes.
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Business
The renovated Phillips 66 store in Bishops Corner will launch its first Fresh Monkee franchise with a soft opening Oct. 5 & grand opening Oct. 24, while Dime Pizza and Nana’s Dim Sum & Dumplings are planning openings, and Sweatfluence is set to open Oct. 10 in Blue Back Square.
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Culture
Connecticut Public has launched its SOMOS CONNECTICUT initiative to highlight how experts are using AI for good in human rights plus mathematical research and to uplift local Latino voices; readers can learn more by subscribing to the station’s newsletter.
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Education
Conard High School unveiled a mural featuring the message 'Your Choices Matter' on Sept. 16 in a ceremony that highlighted its partnership with Rise Up and artist Julie Bergeron (who also created the 'I Belong' mural) to inspire students and staff.
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Environment
Connecticut researchers are advancing smoke ecology, a new field that studies wildfire smoke to find ways to protect local health and nature.
The study may lead to new practices to reduce harmful exposure.
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Strong winds on Sunday knocked down trees & power lines, leaving tens of thousands without power, and crews are working to restore service while the coastal storm moves inland.
West Haven and New Haven officials are on alert to prevent further damage.
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Government
Hartford mourns the loss of its deputy police chief (who served more than 20 years) as city leaders hold a memorial vigil today and plan a formal dedication soon.
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Lifestyle
A University of Maryland farm manager advises gardeners to plant Swiss chard and garlic this fall to enjoy fresh produce during cooler weather (a hint for home gardens).
Hartford residents may consider these hardy vegetables to boost their home garden yields.
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Sports
In week 3, six CT football teams ended long droughts against specific opponents by securing key wins — a turning point in their seasons.
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Accidents
Nineteen residents were displaced after an apartment building fire on Washington Street in New Britain on Sunday.
Firefighters brought the flames under control around 4:45 p.m. and the fire marshal is investigating the cause.
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