Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 27th of October.
Good morning, Hartford.
On Sunday morning, thousands joined the Susan G.
Komen More Than Pink Walk at Bushnell Park in Hartford as survivors shared their stories.
Connecticut's largest Halloween trick-or-treat event, the 10th annual festival, took place on Sunday at Dunkin' Park (a well-known community venue) where local children in costumes joined neighbors to celebrate.
From Oct. 23 to Oct. 25, Conard High School put on the play 'Good Kids' at its Black Box Theater to explore tough topics like sexual assault, victim blaming, and the bystander effect after a high school party.
The play showed a live-streamed assault to highlight how social media and silence can hurt students—issues that still matter today.
Connecticut Foodshare warned that over 300,000 families may face trouble getting SNAP benefits as the government shutdown delays help—community groups are stepping in to provide support until assistance is restored.
Manchester Road Race organizers said runners who want mailed bibs must sign up by October 31st with a $20 mailing fee — in-person pickup is available in November.
The 89th race will take place on Thanksgiving Day at 10 a.m. with a $37 fee until November 22nd then $42 afterward — over 6,600 runners have registered as of today and unallocated proceeds will support Connecticut Foodshare and MACC Charities.
Central Connecticut State men's basketball team is rebuilding under coach Patrick Sellers after losing its top players, and the Blue Devils aim to extend their 20-win streak by winning the conference tournament to reach the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2007.
Sellers said the team will focus on strong defense and rebounding—building a new culture of accountability with returning standouts and fresh recruits.
Rice beat UConn 37-34 in double overtime on Saturday when Quinton Jackson scored a game-winning touchdown — he had 256 yards and four touchdowns — snapping Rice's three-game losing streak and ending UConn's five-game win streak.
Hall lost 21-14 to Maloney in football on Oct.
24 in West Hartford when a crucial fourth-quarter interception cost the Titans their chance to win — the turnover set up Maloney’s go-ahead touchdown and left Hall looking to improve for their next game.
The UConn Huskies beat Southern Connecticut 105-39 in their final exhibition game as Azzi Fudd scored 21 points and made five 3-pointers — a strong show that helped five Huskies score in double figures.
The team now prepares for its season opener on Tuesday, November 4th against Louisville at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis — a game they expect will kick off the season with high energy.
Notre Dame Prep girls soccer beat Newtown 3-0 on October 26 at Western Connecticut State University — they won their third SWC championship in four years.
Coach Wayne Mones said the team was determined and praised sophomore Avery Schack for scoring two goals to secure the win.
On Sunday, fans gathered at Pratt and Whitney Stadium to watch the USWNT beat Portugal 3-1 in a friendly match.
Local soccer fans cheered the team’s strong play—demonstrating growing support for international women’s soccer.
UConn vs. Michigan State Basketball
7:30-9 p.m. — PeoplesBank Arena — $ — UCONN Men's Basketball takes on Michigan State in an exciting showdown at the new arena.
English - A Theatrical Experience
1-5 p.m. — TheaterWorks Hartford — Tickets from $180 — Immerse yourself in the drama and captivating performances of English live on stage.
Connecticut Association for Healthcare at Home Annual Conference
9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. — Hartford Marriott Downtown — Check official website for entry fees — Engage with healthcare leaders and explore innovations in home healthcare.
The Nth Power - Halloween Funk Party
8-11 p.m. — New Park Brewing — $0.63 service fee — Experience the funk groove from The Nth Power in a special Halloween celebration.
UConn Huskies vs. UAB Blazers
12:00 – 1:30 PM — Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field — Cheaper tickets available — Catch the exciting college football rivalry between the Huskies and the Blazers.
The Wrecks Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Webster — Tickets starting at $52 — Experience a night of live music with The Wrecks in Hartford.
Plaidcast in Person with Piper Klemm
6-9:30 p.m. — Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art — Free entry — Engage in discussions aimed at enhancing the sport with industry insights from special guests.
Playboi Carti Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — PeoplesBank Arena — Tickets from $73 — Catch Playboi Carti live in Hartford for an electrifying evening of hip-hop.
The Lone Bellow Concert
1-4 p.m. — Infinity Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience heartfelt Americana and indie rock with soaring harmonies and intimate storytelling.
PMP Exam Prep Course
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Regus - Hartford - Downtown — Pricing varies — Boost your project management skills with an intensive 4-day PMP certification training bootcamp.
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