Connecticut
Serious crash closes Route 80 at Guilford/North Branford town line
A serious crash has closed Route 80 at the Guilford/North Branford town line on Saturday.
Guilford police said Route 80 is closed between Long Hill Road and the North Branford town line. Anyone in the area is asked to use Route 1 or County Road as a detour.
The area is expected to be closed for an extended period of time.
Police said the crash is serious, but it’s unclear exactly how many people may be injured.
HARTFORD, CT — A popular culinary destination in Connecticut’s capital city says it will be the place to be to watch the biggest sporting event on the planet.
Parkville Market in Hartford will kick off its “Summer of Soccer” celebration June 11 with a watch party for the Mexico-South Africa match, launching a series of soccer-themed events planned throughout the summer.
The Hartford food hall will broadcast matches both inside the venue and on its outdoor patio.
Organizers said opening-day activities will include face painting, custom T-shirt making, giveaways and a 360-degree photo booth.
Parkville Market’s 22 food vendors, which feature cuisines from around the world, are expected to be a central part of the experience as visitors gather to watch international soccer matches.
In addition to match broadcasts, visitors can use the venue’s new mini soccer pitch outside.
Organizers encouraged guests to bring their own soccer balls and play during events.
“Soccer is the world’s game, and Parkville Market is where the world comes together,” said Carlos Mouta, owner and CEO of Parkville Market. “And let’s go Portugal!”
Special event activations are planned for June 11, June 27 and the tournament final on July 19, according to organizers.
Located at 1400 Park St. in Hartford, Parkville Market is Connecticut’s first and largest food hall. The venue includes 22 restaurants, three bars, private event spaces and outdoor dining areas.
In a post on X, New Haven Police Department said officers were out with a shooting victim in the area of Orchard and Charles streets at 6:43 p.m.
Police said the victim’s injuries do not appear to be life-threatening.
New Haven police Officer Christian Bruckhart said the scene was still active as of 6:45 p.m.
This is a developing story and will be updated.
ROCKY HILL, Conn. (WTNH) – A water main break in Rocky Hill Sunday morning will impact traffic for much of the day on Grimes Road.
According to Rocky Hill Police the break happened at approximately 7:10 a.m. in the area of 40 Grimes Road between Louis Place and Hillside Avenue. Motorists are advised to take alternatee routes and avoid the area.
The Metropolitan District Commission is on scene making repairs which could take up to 8 hours.
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