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South Hadley kayak rentals offer green, affordable fun on Connecticut River

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July 31, 2024

South Hadley kayak rentals offer green, affordable fun on Connecticut River

Growing up, Cassie Warren enjoyed getting out on the Connecticut River to appreciate the water, wildlife and scenery the area has to offer. Through her Paddle N’ Party business, Warren is now providing the community with similar opportunities to get out on the water.

Since she began the business three years ago, Warren has been leasing space out of Brunelle’s Marina in South Hadley. There, Paddle N’ Party offers 1-to-2 hour kayak, paddleboard and hydro-bike rentals for customers to enjoy the beauty of the Connecticut River and surrounding brooks.

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Beloved Local Musician Dies Unexpectedly, Mourned By Many: CT News

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9 hours ago

July 31, 2024

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Beloved Local Musician Dies Unexpectedly, Mourned By Many: CT News

Patch PM CT brings you the breaking and trending news stories from all across Connecticut each weeknight. Here are those stories:

An outpouring of love, and grief over the death of the legendary local musician can be found in countless social media posts.>>>Read More.

The artisanal bakery served surrounding towns with custom cakes, croissants, bread, cookies, and cupcakes.>>>Read More.

Police said they are looking for two suspects and released photos below.>>>Read More.

A change of use to “restaurant” is being requested for the building, which has been vacant since March.>>>Read More.

Beacon Falls First Selectman Gerry Smith and Manchester business owner Matthew Corey look to challenge Sen. Chris Murphy in November.>>>Read More.

Chase Solesky’s mom grew up in CT, and his dad played at Hartford Jai Alai. Recently, he pitched in Hartford against the Yard Goats.>>>Read More.

The bomb threat led to the evacuation of the Amazon facility, according to police.>>>Read More.

The home, designed by architect Jason Chai, is situated on more than 11 acres and features a private beach, according to Zillow.com.>>>Read More.

The Patch community platform serves communities all across Connecticut in Fairfield, New Haven, Middlesex, New London, Hartford, Tolland, and Litchfield counties. Thank you for reading.

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$7.7M Hartland's Castle in Connecticut, a Getaway for the Rich and Famous During the Roaring '20s

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July 30, 2024

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.7M Hartland's Castle in Connecticut, a Getaway for the Rich and Famous During the Roaring '20s

Hartland’s Castle, an iconic mansion by the sea in Old Saybrook, CT, is on the market for $7,749,000. It comes with a fascinating history.

The 11-bedroom chateau with 15,000 square feet of living space was built in 1908 for an American heiress and her husband.

“It was built for George Watson Beach and his wife, Elizabeth Colt Jarvis Beach, with aspirations to be the equal of the Newport summer cottages,” says listing agent Chuck Haller. “The 40-room home was designed by Alfredo S.G. Taylor in English Tudor Revival style.”

Elizabeth, the niece of gun manufacturer Samuel Colt, and her husband already owned hundreds of acres in the area, as well as a home in Hartford. Their beach house was completed in just two years and was said to include a clock tower that chimed every half-hour to the tune of “Don’t Say Goodbye, Say Au Revoir.”

In 1923, Otto Lindbergh, uncle of aviator Charles Lindbergh, purchased the castle for $75,000 and turned it into a hotel for the rich and famous. Guests included big names like Howard Hughes, Helen Hayes, Clark Gable, Charlie Chaplin, Frank Sinatra, and Doris Day, among others.

The terrace outside Hartland’s Castle

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Over the years, the property changed hands several times. The current owner, Maria Rand, picked it up in 2007 for just over $2 million.

The property was renovated and turned back into a private residence. Original details include 11 fireplaces; a three-story, hand-carved cherry staircase; and a gentleman’s smoking room.

“The home includes a turret with a sitting area on top, a media room, an infinity-edge pool, and an elevator,” Haller says. “A two-car garage with a one-bedroom apartment was also added.”

The town is a popular summer destination, Haller says. “Old Saybrook is a seashore town. There are beaches, parks, and marinas, and the main street offers unique shopping and dining opportunities.”

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Troop C Log: The Latest State Police Arrests

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23 hours ago

July 30, 2024

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Troop C Log: The Latest State Police Arrests

TOLLAND, CT — Here are the latest arrests made by Connecticut State Police out of the Troop C barracks.

Arrest log information reflects charges filed, which are not indications of guilt.

July 22

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ELLINGTON, CT — Holden Tait, 18, of Ellington, was charged with driving under the influence and second-degree breach of peace following a report of balloons being thrown at people from a black Volvo on Sprucewood Drive.

MANSFIELD, CT — William Sewell, 28, of Mansfield, was charged with violating a conditional discharge.

Find out what’s happening in Tollandwith free, real-time updates from Patch.

July 24

VERNON, CT — Jessica Chaclas, 38, of East Windsor, was charged with the use of drug paraphernalia and possession of a controlled substance after an incident at Rockville Superior Court.

July 25

TOLLAND, CT — Lauren Mello, 26, of Tolland, was charged with driving under the influence, evading responsibility, drinking while driving, evading responsibility and a lane violation following a crash on Sand Hill Road.

STAFFORD, CT — Addy Moore, 41, of Stafford, was charged via a warrant with third-degree assault and disorderly conduct.

TOLLAND, CT — Allana Polk, 26, and Shantee Renee Deyo, 43, both of Waterbury, were charged with risk of injury to a child and second-degree reckless endangerment following an incident on Marbella Lane.

July 26

MANSFIELD, CT — Romaine Myers, 43, of Providence, RI, was charged with reckless driving after a stop on Route 44.

July 27

VERNON, CT — Warren Carter, 33, was charged with driving under the influence after a stop on Interstate 83 eastbound near Exit 66.

VERNON, CT — Following an investigation into state food assistance fraud, Grisley Cordero, 32, of Vernon, was charged with first-degree larceny, making a false statement via a warrant.

VERNON, CT — Hopeton Simons, 51, of Enfield, was charged with a lane violation and driving under the influence after a stop on Skinner Road.

July 28

ELLINGTON, CT — Jennifer Stetsky, of Ellington, was charged with disorderly conduct and third-degree assault after a stop on Sandy Beach Road.

STAFFORD, CT — Jason Hansen, 39, of Hartford, was charged via a warrant with registration, license and insurance violations, having an improper marker plate, reckless driving, disobeying the signal of an officer and a stop sign violation in connection with an incident on Lakeview Terrace.

VERNON, CT — Joseph Torre, 39, of Worcester, MA, was charged with disorderly conduct and second-degree breach of peace after an incident on a tour bus in Interstate 84.

WILLINGTON, CT — Ellah Mideva, 25, of Willington, was charged with third-degree assault and disorderly conduct in connection with an incident on Cisar Road.

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