Good morning, Hartford.

CT Mirror’s Charting Connecticut roundup highlighted key trends including migration from New York, SNAP cuts, rising living costs, and environmental emphasis in the legislative session.

The feature compiled data and charts from January through October to show changes impacting local communities (a closer look at 2025 trends).

A fire in a unit at West Hartford Fellowship Housing on Friday, Dec.

26 forced the evacuation of about 18 residents from the new building at 10 Starkel Road (housing 65 units), while firefighters rapidly contained the blaze and no injuries were reported.

Connecticut parents are boosting holiday spending as falling mortgage rates give homeowners extra purchasing power today, according to a recent business report in Hartford.

The trends may influence consumer budgets and home buying decisions in the coming weeks.

Cities and towns across Connecticut enforce parking bans to give snowplows space to clear streets ahead of a snowfall that started Friday evening and continues today — drivers are advised to park off public roads to avoid fines and towing.

Bristol Hospital is discussing a merger with UConn Health to join a public-private network that will boost outpatient care and stabilize its finances.

CEO Kurt Barwis, set to retire Jan. 2, 2027, said a letter of intent for the merger is expected in February as the hospital tackles mounting losses.

UConn football is expected to hire Nunzio Campanile as offensive coordinator under head coach Jason Candle, with the seasoned coach bringing regional expertise from roles at Rutgers and Syracuse — a move that underscores Candle’s early efforts to strengthen the team.

West Hartford’s Conard High School boys hockey team lost 1-0 in its home opener on Dec.

22 after Wethersfield goaltender Nathan Rydecki stopped all 45 shots. The team remains winless at 0-2 and will play the return game on Dec. 30 in Wethersfield.

UConn football team is in Boston preparing to face Army in today's Wasabi Fenway Bowl at Fenway Park — marking its second straight bowl appearance.

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.

Magic of Lights

11:59 PM - 1:29 AM — Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field — Ticket price varies — Experience the enchanting display of lights to ring in the New Year.

Nike New England Winterfest Volleyball

Competitive Matches — Jan 10 - 26 — Connecticut Convention Center — Entry Fee Required — Experience the thrill of youth and adult volleyball in an exciting tournament atmosphere.

Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto

7:00-8:30 p.m. — PeoplesBank Arena — Cost info not provided — Experience the magic of Arendelle and Casita with thrilling performances and beloved songs.

The Cottage

7:30-9 p.m. — Hartford Stage — $ — A fast-paced farce where love, betrayal, and telegrams collide in a quaint English countryside home.

The Cottage

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hartford Stage — Unforgettable performance awaits in this captivating theatrical event.

The Cottage at Hartford Stage

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hartford Stage — Tickets starting at $207 — Experience a captivating performance with The Cottage in downtown Hartford.

Ghosts of Jupiter with John Ferrara

8-11:30 p.m. — Arch Street Tavern — Ticket details not listed — Experience psychedelic rock with Ghosts of Jupiter and innovative bass compositions by John Ferrara.

Urgent - A Tribute to Foreigner

8-11 p.m. — New Park Brewing — $0.55+ service fee — Experience electrifying hits from Foreigner brought to life by the premier tribute band Urgent.