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LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOGroton / Local
CTDOT proposes rehabilitating two Birch Plain Creek bridges, with estimated construction costs totaling $5 million and work tentatively starting in spring 2030.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOEastern CT / Local
CTDOT proposes clearer pavement lines, renewed signs and selective trimming; construction is anticipated in 2028.
CourtsREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOGroton / Courts
Hearst reports an October 1 prison sentence in the 2024 crash. This court brief distinguishes that report from the original police allegations.
BusinessGENERIC AI ILLUSTRATIONWaterford / Business
Reported tax benefits are conditional; they are not an immediate cash payment.
BusinessREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOGroton / Business
Applied Physical Sciences contract calls for Groton-based work through September 2030; $3 million was initially obligated.
CourtsREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOGroton / Courts
September 24 federal announcement alleges misuse of Groton housing funds in a loan scheme.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTONew London / Police & Fire
An October 7 report attributes the stop and charges to state police; an October 20 court date was scheduled.
SportsGENERIC FILE PHOTONew London / Sports
The Whalers are 5–0 and ranked No. 10 in GameTimeCT’s October 12 poll after a 42–28 victory.
EducationGENERIC FILE PHOTOCanterbury / Education
The October 5 state awards fund intensive support for grades 6–10.
LocalREGIONAL ARCHIVE PHOTOBrooklyn / Local
The design project also includes Groton and Killingly, with construction anticipated in fall 2028.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOGroton / Police & Fire
The town released an 87-page review clearing police of the investigated allegations. The report also identifies a statement-taking concern, while Reyes disputes its objectivity.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOPutnam / Police & Fire
State police describe a laser speed reading of approximately 147 mph, a stop in Danielson and a reckless-driving charge. The case is scheduled for arraignment October 21.
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