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CT residents report moose on the loose in Bristol

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2 years ago

May 28, 2023

CT residents report moose on the loose in Bristol

A moose was on the loose in Bristol Sunday morning, trotting around the city and making its way to Muzzy Field, according to multiple reports by residents.

Paul Copleman, a spokesperson for the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection said that the department was notified of a moose in Bristol but were not taking any action involving the animal.

Copleman said that there are between 100 and 150 resident moose in the state of Connecticut.

“This is the season when they’re often moving around a lot, some of them can move 5 to 10 miles per day,” said Copleman.

Typically, moose are found in the northern and northwestern part of the state, but its not completely unheard of for a moose to make its way toward central Connecticut in this season, DEEP said.

Bristol police said Sunday morning that they had not received any reports of moose sightings.

Another moose struck and killed in car collision in CT

Though DEEP works to warn drivers when there are moose sightings on major highways or in high traffic areas, they hope that Connecticut residents are able to safely catch sight of the animals.

“Most of the time we hope folks get the opportunity to see and enjoy them, but recognize that they’re big and they should keep their distance,” said Copleman.

Moose can pose a danger to drivers when they wander into traffic because of their size, often ranging between 400 and 500 pounds, said Capleman.

“If they are hit by vehicles, often the full brunt of their weight is hitting the windshield,” he said.

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CT’s attorney general vows to fight for immigrant families, reproductive rights as Trump is inaugurated

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6 hours ago

January 20, 2025

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CT’s attorney general vows to fight for immigrant families, reproductive rights as Trump is inaugurated

HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) – Connecticut’s attorney general sought to assure people in Connecticut that he would fight to enforce the state’s laws and policies.

Attorney General William Tong planned a news conference on Monday at 4 p.m. to discuss the state’s response to President-elect Donald Trump’s anticipated executive orders.

Trump was set to be inaugurated as president at noon on Monday.

Tong said it is the state’s policy to respect, honor and protect immigrants and immigrant families. He also said it is the policy to respect, honor and protect women, patients, doctors, and nurses, and the reproductive rights of all people. 

Tong said the state also protects LGBTQ+ families and the right of people to form a union.

“Today, we inaugurate a new president,” Tong said. “ While the vast majority in Connecticut wanted a different direction, this is the path our nation chose. Many tell me they have never been more worried for the future of our country. I have never been more resolute and determined to fight for it.

The attorney general said the state was prepared for the fight ahead because it had done so before.

“When Trump 1.0 tried to dismantle the Affordable Care Act, we stopped him. When Trump 1.0 tried to defund Connecticut police, we blocked him. When Trump 1.0 tried to dismantle the U.S. Postal Service for political gain, we sued and we stopped him. When Trump 1.0 tried to roll back federal climate and clean air regulations, we sued and we won. That firewall never came down,” Tong said. “I do not know how these fights will go, and I cannot promise we will win every battle. But I know this — when my parents fell and failed they barely took a breath before they were on their feet again. Attorneys general across the country are on our feet today, and we have never been more coordinated, determined and ready for this fight.”

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STORM WATCH: Heavy snow followed by deep freeze in Connecticut

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13 hours ago

January 20, 2025

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STORM WATCH: Heavy snow followed by deep freeze in Connecticut

Here’s what you need to know:

Snow will become heavy at times between 5-9 p.m.
Peak snowfall rates of 1-2 inches per hour are possible
Snow showers will linger through 1-3 a.m.
Wetter snowfall closer to the coast, fluffy in Litchfield County
Arctic cold moves in for snow cleanup Monday morning
Bright but very cold with 20s for highs and teens for lows

Tonight: Moderate to heavy snow. Colder. Breezy. Lows near 17.

Monday: AM slick spots, sunny. Cold. Highs near 24. Lows near 6.

Tuesday: Partly sunny. Arctic cold. Highs near 18. Lows near 8.

Wednesday: Mostly sunny. Very cold. Highs near 20. Lows near 10.

Thursday: Partly cloudy. Highs near 25. Lows near 21.

Friday: Mostly sunny. Not as cold. Highs near 30. Lows near 24.

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PHOTOS: Winter storm hits Connecticut

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21 hours ago

January 19, 2025

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NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — A winter storm is hitting Connecticut Sunday afternoon, bringing the first significant snow of the season. The majority of the state will likely see 4-8 inches, while the higher terrain of northwest and northeast parts of the state may see 8+ inches.

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The winter storm is expected to continue impacting the state into early Monday morning. Get the latest forecast information here.

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