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Connecticut Black History Month: Remarkable Work Of Horatio T. Strother
Editor's Note: This is the first of a two-part Black History Month series. As a young man, Horatio Strother envisioned the Underground Railroad "as a big train roaring through a long tunnel." But just as Voltaire had said that the "Holy Roman Empire" was neither holy, nor Roman, nor an empire, so too was the "Underground Railroad" neither ... (more)
The White House announced a compromise on birth control coverage on Friday to respond to religious groups' objections, saying it would shift the costs of providing contraceptives to health insurers when religious employers object to it.
Heather Vanicky Kennedy, of Middletown, is a graduate of Haddam-Killingworth High School in Haddam.
Rep. Bachus faces insider trading probe: report
The chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, Spencer Bachus , which oversees the U.S. banking and financial services industries, is under investigation for possible violation of insider trading laws, The Washington Post reported on Thursday.
Northwest-Catholic's Zach Lewis Dismissed From Basketball Team
Northwest Catholic-West Hartford's leading scorer, Zach Lewis, won't play the rest of this basketball season because of a "private matter," according to coach John Mirabello.
Deep River and Chester Residents Elected to Middlesex United Way Board of Directors
At Middlesex United Way's Annual Meeting on January 24, Deep River resident Philip Coles and Chester resident Allison Dowe were elected to the organization's board of directors.
Connecticut Black History Month Tribute: The Remarkable Work of Horatio T. Strother
As a young man, Horatio Strother envisioned the Underground Railroad "as a big train roaring through a long tunnel." But just as Voltaire had said that the "Holy Roman Empire" was neither holy, nor Roman, nor an empire, so too was the "Underground Railroad" neither underground nor a railroad.
What's Cooking for Valentine's Day
A Looking for a romantic meal for Valentine's Day? Or, just in the mood to not have to cook one more weekday meal? Treat yourself, your family or that special loved one to a pre-made dinner from The Cooking Company .
Hamden: Quinnipiac Appoints Fairfield Resident Assistant Professor Of Athletic Training
Dana White, of Fairfield, has been appointed clinical assistant professor of athletic training and sports medicine at Quinnipiac University.
Middletown: MILE Spring Programs
Orientation to the spring programs of Middlesex Institute for Lifelong Education will be held on Feb 17 at 10 a.m. in Chapman Hall on the campus of Middlesex Community College where light refreshments will be served before the meeting.
Eagle cruises will soon take flight
Some bald eagles take a break on a floating perch. The season has arrived for the Connecticut Audubon Society EcoTravel's eagle boat cruises, which begin this weekend .
Middletown: Black History Open House
On behalf of the Middletown Public Schools, Keigwin Middle School is pleased to announce a Black History Open House on Thursday, February 16th from 5-8 p.m. Featured will be an extensive collection of materials about African-Americans in our society, that has been catalogued and posted on the walls and bulletin boards of the school.
Portland: Movie And Dinner At The Portland United Methodist Church
This season of buffet dinners will kick off on February 25 with a free movie titled "Bad Girls of the Bible" by Liz Curtis-Higgs. Curtis-Higgs says: "We marvel at the 'good girls' in Scripture like Mary - but on most days, that's not who we see when we look in the mirror.
Essex: Connecticut River Museum To Host Free Live Birds of Prey Show On February 19
The public is invited to come meet Athena, a peregrine falcon who will be featured in the Live Birds of Prey Show hosted by the Connecticut River Museum at Essex Town Hall on Sunday, February 19.
Middletown/Shoreline: Exploring The Work of Antoni Gaudi
The Sagrada Familia Cathedral of Barcelona by Antoni Gaudi is one of the works that will be covered in a talk by Dr.
East Hampton Man Suspect In Purse Snatchings
Police arrested a 23-year-old man in connection with a purse snatching on Jan. 15 in the parking lot of a supermarket.
Israeli Attack On Iranian Nuclear Sites Looms Larger
Defense Secretary Leon Panetta has a lot on his mind these days, from cutting the defense budget to managing the drawdown of U.S. forces in Afghanistan.
Rep. Phil Miller: Free Tax Prep & Filing Help Available
State Representative Phil Miller, who represents Chester, Deep River, Essex, and Haddam in the Connecticut General Assembly, is encouraging residents to take advantage of free tax preparation services available through the IRS Free File program.
PD: Bob's Employee, Partner Steal $850 In Merchandise Return Plot
Middletown Police announce the following arrests: NARCOTICSA NOT KEPT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, POSSESSION OF NARCOTICS, POSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE LESS THAN 4 OUNCES - On Jan.
Middletown/Shoreline: Scholarship Award through Middlesex County Dental Society
Middlesex County Dental Society will be granting $2,500 in scholarships to one or more Middlesex County high school seniors.