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Hartford
Tuesday, December 16th, 2025
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of December.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Real Art Ways partners with New York's Papo Vazquez & the Mighty Pirates Troubadours to bring a traditional Puerto Rican parranda to Hartford from Dec. 23 to Dec. 25, inviting locals to bring instruments and join in singing festive carols during this interactive celebration. Connecticut Public
- ➤ Local artist Michael Genovese is painting festive underwater scenes on storefront windows — including at Deepwater Seafood and an east Hartford installation — to bring holiday cheer to local businesses. He will later transform these winter works into bright spring blooms. WFSB-TV
- ➤ A 'Gilmore Girls' guide to Connecticut invites fans to explore towns like Washington and New Milford that inspired the show—featuring local eateries, free Wi-Fi at markets, and seasonal festivals such as Stars Hollow Saturday on Pratt Street. Visitors can plan a road trip to experience the series’ local charm. Connecticut Public
- ➤ Connecticut is promoting tours of filming locations used in over 20 holiday movies that attract fans seeking on-screen magic. Earlier this week, a sold-out tour led by Mayfield Tours took visitors to quaint spots in Wethersfield (notable for its film settings) and Hartford. CT Mirror
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ WSHU's Molly Ingram + CT Mirror’s Emilia Otte discussed concerns over unregulated homeschooling following recent neglect and abuse cases. No law passed this session, but critics expect lawmakers to revisit proposals in 2026. CT Mirror
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mount Southington began making snow on Dec. 1 and opened slopes on Dec. 13 using its upgraded, energy efficient snow machines. The ski area is facing warmer winter trends by monitoring water and electric use + promoting recycling and composting to reduce its own impact on the climate. NBC Connecticut
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Lamont announced on Monday that an extra $63 million will partially erase medical debt for 40,000 residents, helping a program that has eased debt for 160,000 people and cut $198 million since December last year & affected residents will receive letters this week. Connecticut Post
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Governor Ned Lamont announced Connecticut’s participation in a multi-state nurse licensure compact on Dec. 15 at UHart’s Immersive Simulation Suite (Hursey Center) to address the statewide nursing shortage. The event, attended by local media and nursing students, noted that over 3,500 nurses have enrolled since the October start. University of Hartford
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The UConn men’s basketball team enters Big East play as the No. 5 in the AP poll after winning six nonconference games that included four wins over ranked teams. Coach Dan Hurley praised the team’s strong performance despite managing injuries to key players. Connecticut Post
- ➤ UConn women's basketball beat USC 79-51 on Saturday in Los Angeles, led by Azzi Fudd's 17 points to snap USC's streak of 20 home wins — the Huskies will face Marquette at PeoplesBank Arena in Hartford on Wednesday at 7 p.m. as they aim to stay atop the poll. WFSB-TV
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Glow - Hartford
4:00-5:30 PM — Connecticut Convention Center — Ticket prices not specified — Experience one of Hartford's top concert picks this December.
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Bulkeley vs. Prince RVT Basketball Game
6:00-7:15 p.m. — A.I. Prince Technical School — Free entry — Catch the Prince RVT varsity basketball team in action against Bulkeley on their home court.
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Inder Sahani - Stand Up Comedy Live
6-11 p.m. — The Theater of the Performing Arts — Cost info not provided — Experience an evening of laughter with the witty Inder Sahani in Hartford.
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Glow - Hartford
12:00 – 1:30 PM — Connecticut Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — A vibrant concert experience awaits at this must-attend event in Hartford.
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Glow - Hartford
12:00 – 1:30 PM — Connecticut Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience one of Hartford's top concert picks this December.
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Glow - Hartford
3:00-4:30 p.m. — Connecticut Convention Center — Fair pricing — Experience one of the top concert picks happening in Hartford.
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Glow - Hartford
3:00 – 4:30 p.m. — Connecticut Convention Center — Check for ticket prices — Experience an illuminating concert that lights up Hartford this December.
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Christmas Eve Mass
4-10 p.m. — Holy Family Retreat & Conference Center — Free entry — Experience a heartwarming liturgy and music to celebrate the joy of Christmas.
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The Return of Max B
9 PM – 12 AM — 321 Sports and Bar — Ticket information available — Enjoy a night of live music featuring Max B in Hartford.
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Mass Movement Wrestling: New England Debut
3:30-5:30 p.m. — The Lincoln Room — Free entry — Experience thrilling wrestling matches featuring top talent from the region.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The greatest good you can do for another is not just to share your riches but to reveal to him his own.
~ Benjamin Disraeli
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