Good morning, Hartford.

West Hartford's Veterans Memorial Skating Rink reopens at 5 p.m. Monday, Oct.

19 (after four months of renovations) with a new refrigeration system, dasher boards and upgraded locker rooms. The facility now offers updated lighting, a café and a pro shop for skating and events.

Iconic Iron Maiden will perform at Meadows Music Theater on May 9, 2027 as part of their Run For Your Lives tour, marking their only New England show; presale tickets with VIP + access will be available on Monday at 10 a.m.

The 90s con returns to Hartford this weekend (featuring panels, retro vendors and themed activities for nostalgia fans) as organizers expect strong local turnout.

Connecticut’s Career Pathways Commission released a draft for a new work-based learning plan to connect student training with local industry needs while accepting public comments online until today (virtual sessions start at 10 a.m.); the 40-member group led by Miguel Cardona will submit its final report by February.

Expert Leaf Daddy of The Foliage Report says New England is enjoying an elite fall season thanks to ample spring rain, warm days, and cool nights.

He expects Connecticut trees to show bright colors this fall (a result of his two-decade mapping work).

CT Mirror is hosting a political roundtable with John Dankosky, Colin McEnroe, Lisa Hagen, and Mark Pazniokas on Monday, Oct.

26 at 7:00 p.m. at the Mark Twain House & Museum on Farmington Ave to review key races and issues for the midterm elections; the free event offers local insights.

The E.O. Smith Panthers secured their first win of the season with a 24-6 victory over the Bristol Eastern Lancers after a strong second-half rally.

The Masuk Panthers beat the Bunnell Bulldogs 41-26 in a big SWC matchup — key plays from quarterbacks Jake Garrigan and Aaron Champagne helped the Panthers stay unbeaten at 5-0.

Joe Lewey starred on offense and defense as the Granby/Canton Bears rallied from a tie to win 41 to 28 over the Cromwell/Portland Panthers — he intercepted a pass and later scored a touchdown that swung the game.