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Head Butt Or Butt Hurt? UConn's Hurley Puts To Rest Ref Interaction At End Of Wild Win
UConn's upset win over Duke in the Elite Eight may go down as one of the greatest comeback victories in March Madness history. But what many fans missed after Braylon Mullins’ from-the-logo three-pointer to put the Huskies ahead was a brief interaction between Huskies head coach Dan Hurley and a referee. Hurley appeared to make contact with referee Roger Ayers just after the shot. The clip spread fast. Many Duke fans called for a technical foul, which would have given the Blue Devils a free throw with less than a second left on the clock. pic.twitter.com/kMA7lvN1av — SendDaVideo (@SendDa…
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Bantam Chef Among 3 Connecticut James Beard Finalists
Two Connecticut chefs and one restaurant are now in the national spotlight after earning finalist spots for the 2026 James Beard Awards. The honors were announced Tuesday morning. The awards ceremony is set for June 15 in Chicago. For local readers, this is a major win. It puts Connecticut’s food scene up against the best in the country. David Standridge of The Shipwright's Daughter in Mystic is a finalist for Outstanding Chef. This category recognizes top chefs nationwide. In Bantam, David DiStasi of Materia Ristorante is a finalist for Best Chef of the Northeast. That region includes…
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Built Before America, Historic Connecticut Home Hits Market For $800K
A home dating back to the 18th century is drawing attention in Ivoryton, where history still stands strong. Property records trace the house to 1754. It was later renovated and expanded by the Bull family. Colonial-era captain Edward Bull bought the home from the Parker family. It remained in his family until 1942, according to Houses of Essex. Zillow The home carries a rare distinction. A National Register of Historic Places Registration Form states it is the oldest house still standing in the village of Ivoryton in Essex. The 2,456-square-foot colonial blends history with comfort. The …
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WNBA's Connecticut Sun Sold For $300M, Moving To Houston After 23 Years
A major chapter in Connecticut sports is coming to an end. The Connecticut Sun will be sold and relocated to Houston, closing a 23-year run in Uncasville that made the team a fixture in the region. The team confirmed Monday that it has reached an agreement to sell to Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta. The franchise is expected to move in 2027, pending approval from the WNBA Board of Governors. The deal is reportedly worth $300 million, according to multiple reports. That would make it the highest sale price in WNBA history. Related: Bridgeport Islanders Leaving Connecticut For Canad…
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Bridgeport Islanders Are Leaving CT For Canada; Arena Announces 'New Chapter'
The Bridgeport Islanders are on the move after more than two decades in Connecticut, city officials confirmed. The move will take place at the end of the team’s 25th season this spring, the City of Bridgeport announced Thursday, March 19. “We thank the New York Islanders and Oak View Group for bringing sports fans and concert goers to Bridgeport for more than two decades. Bridgeport has earned the reputation as the ‘Arts and Entertainment Capital of Connecticut,’ and the Arena has been a major part of that story,” Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim said. “I am committed to working with …
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'Appeeling' For Help: UConn Bananas Raise Money To Cheer On Huskies In Tourney
If you've ever watched a UConn basketball game, you've seen the Bananas. The group is a growing troupe of about 15 students who have appeared at nearly every Huskies game dressed in oversized banana costumes. Now, as the men prepare for a run at the BIG EAST Conference Championship, the Bananas are traveling to New York to cheer them on, something that's difficult on a college student's budget. So, they've created a GoFundMe campaign to help cover the costs of the trip and hotel rooms. The group says it also hopes to attend NCAA Tournament games. "What started off as a Halloween costume ha…
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Mold Found In 2 Rooms At CT School, Officials Say Building ‘Fit For Occupancy’
Classes will continue at a Connecticut school after air quality tests uncovered mold in two rooms, officials said, but students and teachers will be barred from entering those rooms until crews can clean them. Administrators at Quaker Farms School in Oxford alerted parents to the problem last week. An air quality survey found the building was "fit for occupancy," Board of Education Chairman Mike Koosa and Superintendent Ralph Marino Jr. said in a letter dated Friday, Feb. 27. Only the computer lab and Room 320 at the Great Oak Road school were not fit for students or teachers to enter. (Clic…
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Step Aside, California: Connecticut Campground Named Most Unique In North America
Connecticut takes camping seriously. So, it's no surprise that the Constitution State boasts the most unique campgrounds in North America, according to a new ranking. Brialee Family Campground in Ashford earned the No. 1 spot on Campspot’s list of the “Top Unique Campgrounds in 2026.” Campspot released its 2026 Campspot Awards, recognizing top parks across the nation after an “extensive review of over 3 million data points,” according to its website. The annual awards consider guest ratings, reservation data, and park features. The goal is to spotlight campgrounds that stand out natio…
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Yale Taps Familiar Face As New Football Coach After Tony Reno Steps Down
The new leader of Yale football is no stranger to the sidelines in New Haven. Kevin Cahill, who worked for a decade at the Ivy League university, was named the 35th head coach in program history. Yale announced the move on Monday, Feb. 23, after Tony Reno stepped down for health reasons. "It is an honor to return to Yale Football," he said during a press conference announcing his hire. "This legendary program has a proud history built on academic excellence, sportsmanship, and competitive success, and I look forward to working every day to build upon that foundation," ... My family and I ar…
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CT School District Halts Picture Day Amid Epstein Rumors As Parents Push Back Nationwide
A Connecticut school district has postponed school picture day amid claims tying its photography vendor to convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Danbury Public Schools Superintendent Kara Casimiro told parents in an email last week that the district would pause school picture day out of an “abundance of caution.” Social media posts allege that Lifetouch, which photographs millions of students a year across the United States, has ties to the late disgraced financier. “At this time, there is no verified evidence from law enforcement agencies or credible news organizations …
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CT’s Mac Forehand Wins Historic Olympic Silver In Big Air Showstopper
Mac Forehand just made Winter Olympics history for Connecticut. The 24-year-old Norwalk native became the first Connecticut-born athlete to win a medal at the Winter Games. Forehand earned silver in men’s freestyle skiing Big Air on Tuesday, Feb. 17, at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. He scored 95.00 on his first run in the final on Tuesday. That put him in second place, just .25 points behind eventual gold medalist Norwegian Tormod Frostad. Austrian Matej Svancer took home bronze. Mac Forehand dropped a stunning 98.25 in his final run to secure SILVER in snowy Livig…
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CT’s Austin Florian Sets Olympic Start Records in Men’s Skeleton at 2026 Winter Games
Connecticut native Austin Florian made an instant mark at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Competing in the men’s skeleton in Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, the Southington native set the Olympic record for start time in both of his first two runs on Thursday, Feb. 12. Skeleton is considered one of the most dangerous events at the Games, as competitors race down a nearly mile-long track headfirst on a sled at speeds of up to 90 mph. Florian's first run opened with a 4.49-second push start, according to the official Olympics website. A couple of hours later, he broke his own record. …
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