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Wednesday, November 19th, 2025
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nonprofits across Connecticut help children and families with arts education, tutoring, sports programs and health care—local groups in Hartford, Hamden and New Haven provide classes, workshops and support services that welcome donations. Connecticut Post
- ➤ Bank of America’s Turkey Tuesday event kicked off its 2025 season of giving as Connecticut Foodshare partnered with the bank for a charity donation drive—drawing local support for the program. WFSB-TV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Eversource and United Illuminating will raise their rates on January 1. Eversource customers will pay about $20 more monthly as rates go from $0.097 to $0.126 per kilowatt hour—United Illuminating’s rate growth will add roughly $14 more if energy use holds steady. WTNH News 8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A Georgetown University study finds that Connecticut college graduates earn a higher return on investment than peers in other states—Yale graduates see nearly $364,000 10 years after enrollment and UConn campuses report returns between $273,000 and $296,000. The study also shows that public school graduates gain about $45,000 more than private school peers, underscoring the long-term value of in-state education. Connecticut Post
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Day Kimball Hospital in Putnam was set to meet with local officials on Tuesday at 12:15 p.m. to discuss joining the UConn Health network under a new state plan — the state would invest $390 million over five years if the affiliation moved forward, and negotiations were expected to last about a year. WFSB-TV
- ➤ A Yale study found that during the 2022 tripledemic, many hospitals faced severe pediatric bed shortages—even as others nearby had available space—and the study said that better hospital coordination is needed to share the patient load during future surges. Connecticut Post
- ➤ NICU mom Costa recalled her preemie son was born with a brain bleed and a heart defect at CT Children’s. He underwent a new catheter surgery using a metal-mesh coil—making him the smallest in the state to have the procedure—and is now six as he shares his journey with other families. Connecticut Post
- ➤ Hartford HealthCare presented its case to state regulators Tuesday as it seeks to buy Manchester Memorial and Rockville General hospitals from Prospect Medical Holdings for $86 million—awaiting bankruptcy judge approval and a decision from the Office of Health Strategy by Dec. 30—while planning $225 million in investments over three years to upgrade the hospitals and maintain community health services. Community leaders and AFT Connecticut support the merger to help keep services running and protect employee benefits. NBC Connecticut
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ City officials approved a 27-unit townhouse project at 91 Naugatuck St on Nov. 12 for families between 60% and 120% of area median income, as Toraal Development begins the third phase of the Brackett Knoll project (the former site of Brackett Northeast School). The plan calls for six row buildings with 54 parking spaces on a 2.3-acre site next to Parker Memorial Community Center, and the units will be sold to help buyers build home equity. Connecticut Post
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Macy Gray Live Performance
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Infinity Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience Macy Gray's unique blend of R&B, soul, and funk with her captivating performance.
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Glow Hartford
12 PM – 7 PM — Connecticut Convention Center — Check event page for details — Experience a festive indoor light display reminiscent of neighborhood holiday decorations.
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CAPA Annual Book Festival
9 AM – 4 PM — West Hartford Meeting & Conference — Free entry — Explore a vibrant day with over 50 local authors sharing their stories and connecting with readers.
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UConn Huskies vs. Bryant Bulldogs Basketball
6-7:30 p.m. — PeoplesBank Arena — Cost info forthcoming — Cheer on UConn as they take on Bryant in a thrilling college basketball matchup.
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Memphis May Fire Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Webster — Tickets from $115 — Experience an electrifying night with Memphis May Fire in Hartford.
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A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story of Christmas
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Hartford Stage — Tickets required — Experience the timeless tale of redemption and festive spirit brought to life in an enchanting performance.
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Magic of Lights
11:59 PM – 1:29 AM — Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field — Ticket information available — Experience a dazzling display of lights in a festive atmosphere.
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Tribute to Enanitos Verdes
9:00 p.m. — Nicole's Restaurant — Tickets available — Celebrate classic rock with the iconic sounds of Enanitos Verdes.
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Nutmeg's Nutcracker
12:30-2:30 p.m. — The Bushnell Performing Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience the magical holiday classic as the Nutmeg Ballet brings Clara's enchanting journey to life.
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PMP Certification Bootcamp
9 AM – 5 PM — 100 Pearl Street Gallery Parking — Contact hours included — Fast-track your project management career with expert-led PMP training.
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