Good morning, Hartford.

Lefty, a mini Scottish Highland bull who escaped from a Franklin farm on Sept.

25, was captured last Saturday after a chase that farm workers described as a mini rodeo—he is now safely in a special pen at Sullivan Brothers Farm. Family and helpers tracked the bull near the Norwich reservoir for 16 days using lassos and bait before finally luring him into a portable corral.

The Aurora Women & Girls Foundation celebrates 25 years — executive director Jenny Steadman and board member Katherine Killen Hall outlined the foundation’s achievements and future plans during the anniversary event.

On Saturday, Hartford residents will experience the 2025 Beardsley Zoo Gala, an evening of wild discovery and conservation at the zoo—an event that highlights local efforts to protect wildlife.

Reporters Rachel Iacovone from Connecticut Public and Itzel Rivera from El Nuevo Día are working together to report on the Puerto Rican community in Connecticut and on the island, with support from the Knight Foundation.

Their coverage includes events like the recent Greater Hartford Puerto Rican Festival — where they compare food costs and cultural experiences across both regions.

The Día de Los Muertos celebrations will kick off this Saturday in Hartford + Helena Martinez-Fernandez and Gabri Rodrigue explain what guests can expect and share details on Mexican culture.

WalletHub analysts released their 2026 ranking of Connecticut colleges based on key measures such as student selectivity, cost and career outcomes — the report serves to help college-bound seniors make informed choices.

Towns across Connecticut are bracing for a nor’easter as a coastal flood advisory warns of water levels 1 to 3 feet above normal and a wind advisory predicts gusts up to 45 mph — Milford’s Shipayard Lane boat launch parking lot experienced moderate flooding, and East Haven will offer sandbags at Town Beach behind Sandpiper.

Hundreds of families in Windsor Locks said goodbye as National Guard members boarded their flight at 1:30 p.m. Monday to begin their yearlong, pre-planned deployment+ marking a milestone in military tradition.

Many felt proud+ and sad as they honored a legacy of service built over years.

UConn women's basketball held its dress rehearsal exhibition against Boston College on Monday, October 13 at 2 p.m. at Mohegan Sun Arena—several freshmen and new transfers made their debuts as Coach Geno Auriemma tested different lineup combinations for the upcoming season.

Last week, Connecticut high school football games showcased strong performances with New Britain's Jayden Allen rushing for 225 yards and four touchdowns—helping his team win 42-14—while players from Derby, Fairfield Prep and others recorded key plays in competitive matchups.

These standout efforts shaped week 5 results across the state.

Under a memorandum of understanding signed this summer, winners of this year's Manchester Road Race in CT will be invited to run in the AJ Bell Great Manchester Run in May—and first-place British winners will travel to compete in CT in November 2026.

Each race will pay for travel and lodging expenses for its invited athletes.

English - A Play

7:30-11:30 p.m. — TheaterWorks Hartford — Tickets from $180 — Experience captivating performances with the drama of English live on stage.

Tito Nieves Live Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — William H. Mortensen Hall — Tickets available — Experience the legendary 'Pavarotti of Salsa' as he performs classic hits and crowd-moving rhythms.

Free Family Fun Expo and Resource Fair

10 AM – 2 PM — Hartford Public Library, Downtown Library — Free admission — Experience a day of family fun with crafts, face painting, and community resources.

Hartford Symphony Orchestra - Beethoven and Sibelius

3-6 p.m. — The Bushnell Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the majestic sounds of Beethoven and Sibelius performed live by the Hartford Symphony Orchestra.

English Performance

7:30 PM — TheaterWorks Hartford — Ticket details available — Enjoy a captivating evening of theater in Hartford.

Pierce The Veil - Tour 2025

6:30-8 p.m. — Xfinity Theatre — Ticket required — Experience a legendary rock performance from the iconic band Pierce The Veil.

Sicard Hollow Live Performance

9 PM - 12 AM — Arch Street Tavern — $15 — Enjoy a night of Nashville's psychedelic punk-grass music with Sicard Hollow.

Yacht Lobsters Band Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Infinity Music Hall — Tickets available — Enjoy the buttery Soft Rock hits of the 70's and 80's with the Yacht Lobsters.

Power of the Pause Celebration

11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Mandell JCC — Free entry — Celebrate midlife with awareness, self-care, community, and fun.

An Evening with Jeremy Jordan

3:00-4:30 p.m. — William H. Mortensen Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the remarkable talent of Jeremy Jordan as he shines on stage with his best performances.