Southington Council Votes Tonight on $3.03M Firefighter Grant
Southington's council votes tonight on a $3.03 million federal SAFER grant to hire 12 firefighters, and the council must accept it before any hiring begins.
Southington, Connecticut
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Population 43,501
County Hartford
ZIP Code 06489
Established 1779
Area 36.5 sq mi
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Connecticut Officials in New Haven Urge Withdrawal of Head Start Rule
Connecticut served 4,847 children and 46 pregnant women through 22 Head Start programs in 2024-25. State leaders urged withdrawal of a proposed federal rule.
Things to Do This Weekend: Apple Harvest, Oktoberfest, Fiesta Latina
Southington’s Apple Harvest Festival, New Haven’s Fiesta Latina and Guilford’s Oktoberfest headline a weekend of fall festivals and family events.
CTtransit Halves Fares for Veterans and Youth Statewide
CTtransit’s new statewide discount gives veterans and riders ages 5–18 half-price local and CTfastrak fares, with youth 31-day passes priced at $30.60.
Southington Awarded $3.03 Million Fire Grant for 12 Hires
Southington received a $3.03 million federal grant to support hiring 12 firefighters. The Town Council must review the award and decide whether to accept and put it into effect.
Connecticut's ICE Limits Take Effect as More Than 100 Rally in Meriden
More than 100 people rallied across the street from the Meriden courthouse Oct. 1, as a state law requiring judicial warrants for civil immigration arrests at schools, hospitals and houses of worship took effect.
Connecticut's Stricter Left-Lane Law Is in Effect; Violators Face $88 Fine
Connecticut's stricter left-lane law took effect Oct. 1. Drivers who stay in the passing lane on multi-lane highways without passing can face an $88 fine.
Guides
Free Thanksgiving Meals and Baskets 2026: Where to Sign Up, Town by Town
The first Thanksgiving basket sign-ups close Oct. 31. Where to sign up for a free basket or dinner in each town, what to bring, and the programs still setting their 2026 dates.
How to Vote on Nov. 3: Early Voting, Same-Day Registration and Absentee Ballots, Town by Town
Early voting runs Oct. 19 to Nov. 1 in all 19 towns, and anyone who misses the Oct. 16 registration deadline can register and vote the same day. Sites, deadlines and phone numbers, town by town.
Help Paying for Heat This Winter: Energy Assistance, Fuel Aid and Shutoff Protection
The state's energy assistance program is open through May 31, 2027, and pays $355 to $705 toward heat. Where to apply in each town, what to bring, and help with oil, gas and electric bills.
Medicare Open Enrollment 2026: Dates, Free Counseling and Help Near You
Medicare open enrollment runs Oct. 15 to Dec. 7. Free CHOICES counselors at 1-800-994-9422 compare plans, with fall sessions in Branford, Hamden, New Haven, Woodbridge and Middletown.
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