Connecticut
Hundreds of layoffs to begin at Stanley Black & Decker’s New Britain plant
NEW BRITAIN, Conn. (WTNH) — Hundreds of employees will be laid off from Stanley Black & Decker’s New Britain manufacturing plant on Monday.
The world’s largest tool company confirmed the closure of the New Britain plant in February with a wave of layoffs.
About 300 employees are expected to be laid off in five different waves. According to a company notice, the brunt of the layoffs is expected to occur between Monday and May 18. Approximately 287 employees are expected to have their positions terminated.
The plant on Stanley Drive produced “single-sided tape measures,” and Stanley Black & Decker said those aren’t in demand like they used to be.
Company officials said they’re supporting impacted employees by offering employment at other facilities, severance, and job placement support services.
The closure of the facility has sparked disappointment among state lawmakers, including State Rep. Dave DeFronzo (D-Conn.), New Britain Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D-Conn.) and former mayor Erin Stewart (R-Conn.).
Connecticut
1 dead in Hartford double shooting
One person is dead after a double shooting in Hartford, police said.
ShotSpotter notified police of shots fired around 7 p.m. on Magnolia Street.
When officers got to the scene, they found a woman unresponsive in the driver’s seat of a vehicle.
Police identified the victim as 46-year-old Diana Tirado of New Britain. She was pronounced dead at the scene.
There was another woman in her 30s with a gunshot wound on the sidewalk. She was taken to the hospital, where she is listed in stable condition. Her identity has not been released.
Police have not identified a suspect at this time.
Connecticut
Taste of SoNo Supports Connecticut Foodshare » CBIA
More than 200 people gathered May 28 in Norwalk for a night of food and entertainment supporting Connecticut Foodshare’s mission to fight food insecurity.
The second annual Taste of SoNo brought together local restaurants, business leaders, community partners, volunteers, donors, and supporters to celebrate Fairfield County’s vibrant culinary community.
The event took place in The Magnificent Room at the SoNo Collection.
Guests sampled offerings from more than a dozen local restaurants, distilleries, breweries, and other exhibitors.
They also learned more about Connecticut Foodshare’s work through its network of community partners, mobile pantries, and other hunger-relief programs.
Community Impact
The evening featured live music and a silent auction with dining, music, and sports experiences, along with artwork and sports memorabilia.
“We are extremely thankful to everyone who attended and supported Connecticut Foodshare through this event,” said Connecticut Foodshare president and CEO Jason Jakubowski.
“The generosity of our restaurant partners, sponsors, volunteers, and guests helps us continue our mission.”
Connecticut Foodshare’s Jason Jakubowski
“The generosity of our restaurant partners, sponsors, volunteers, and guests helps us continue our mission to end hunger in Connecticut and ensure that families facing food insecurity have access to the nutritious food they need.”
Connecticut Foodshare hosted the event for the second year and has already started planning next year’s Taste of SoNo.
Connecticut
Mostly dry today with showers & storms tomorrow
Mainly dry with more clouds and a spotty shower/storm today! Briefly humid conditions with some rain/thunder tomorrow before dry and less humid weather returns again for Friday, Juneteenth. We need rain, as parts of Connecticut continue to experience moderate drought conditions and the next drought update comes out tomorrow! So far, the Father’s Day weekend is looking mainly dry and nice!
The tropical Atlantic remains mostly quiet, with only one area in the western Gulf. At this point, it has a 50% chance of development over the next 7 days. The circulation will bring severe flooding inland from Texas through the southeast!
Early this morning: A few clouds and still comfortable with lows 50-59. A pretty sunrise possible in parts of CT.
Today: Clouds and sun with still low humidity. A widely scattered shower or t-storm in the afternoon/evening. The highest chance will be in the western half of Connecticut. Highs 75-80.
Tonight: A bit windy for the evening with rising humidity overnight. Some spotty light rain possible late. Lows 60-65.
Tomorrow: Humid and windy with more numerous showers and storms. Not all day rain & some sunny breaks too! There is a strong storm potential with a strong wind gust. Highs in the upper 70s to the low 80s. Wind gusts to 35 mph.


Friday (Juneteenth): Clouds and sun and less humid. Rain just south of Long Island. Windy with highs 75-80
Saturday: Partly sunny, windy and nice with highs near 80.
Sunday (Father’s Day and 1st Day of Summer): Mostly sunny, breezy and pleasant. Highs near 80.
Monday: Beneficial rain with highs in the 70s.
Tuesday: Mostly sunny and warmer with highs 80-85.
Wednesday: Partly sunny. Highs in the low to mid 80s.
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