Survivors of Homicide support group to meet
A support group to help people who have lost a loved one due to homicide is meeting this week. The meeting will be in Bridgeport, on Thursday, Jan. 24, at the Police Community Services Division located...
View ArticleMeet the State's New Victim Advocate
HARTFORD - Governor Dannel P. Malloy has named Garvin G. Ambrose of Chicago, Illinois and Vernon, Connecticut to serve as the state’s new Victim Advocate.Ambrose will replace Michelle Cruz in the role....
View ArticleMother of Newtown shooting, 7, victim takes comfort in knowing her daughter...
By the Associated Press HARTFORD — Josephine Gay's mother could not be with her in her final, harrowing minutes inside Sandy Hook Elementary School. She struggles with it every day, but she has taken...
View ArticleWhat is the impact of witnessing domestic violence on children?
HARTFORD - Over 15 million children are exposed to domestic violence each year in the United States.Children who witness intimate partner violence within their family face a greater risk of developing...
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New Haven police announce reward for information in killing of city man
NEW HAVEN — Police announced Tuesday that a $25,000 reward is being offered for the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the the April 10, 2010 killing of Kenneth Thomas at...
View ArticleHomicide survivors support group to meet in region
The support group, Survivors of Homicide, has announced the following upcoming meetings: Southington: Tuesday, April 16, at 7 p.m. at the Southington Care Center located at 45 Meriden Ave.New London:...
View ArticleMADD hosts event to raise funds and awareness
The Connecticut Chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Driving is hosting an event this weekend to raise funds and awareness for its programs and services.The event will be on Saturday, May 4, at West...
View ArticleGolf Tournament to benefit Survivors of Homicide
2013 Survivors of Homicide, Inc.Charity Golf TournamentSaturday, July 20Grassmere Country Club130 Town Farm RoadEnfield, CT 060828 a.m. - Registration 9 a.m. - Tee Off (9 Hole Scramble ) 11 a.m. -...
View ArticleHelp a Hero event to assist homeless veterans
HARTFORD – State residents are being asked to “Help a Hero” this week, by donating items to homeless veterans.State Rep. Jack Hennessy, who is chairman of the legislature’s Veteran’s Affairs Committee,...
View ArticleFacing domestic abuse? Help is available
HARTFORD - The tragic death of Alyssiah Wiley marks the state’s third homicide allegedly stemming from intimate partner violence this year, according to the Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic...
View ArticleHelp people impacted by tornado outbreak
The American Red Cross is helping those impacted by the tornado outbreak this week, which left many survivors homeless. The organization is assisting first responders and is providing shelter, food,...
View ArticleShelton officials collecting items to help tornado victims
SHELTON - Local first responders are teaming up to support people in Moore, Oklahoma in wake of the tragic tornado that recently hit the area. Echo Hose Ambulance, along with the Fire Department and...
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Connecticut legislature approves bill that will seal Newtown and other...
By Hugh McQuaidNewtown families get copies of the legislation in the Senate chamber as the bill is introduced after 1 a.m. Christine Stuart/CT News JunkieThe General Assembly approved a bill Wednesday...
View ArticleEpilepsy Foundation of Connecticut to host golf fundraiser
The Epilepsy Foundation of Connecticut is getting ready for the 8th Annual Andrew’s Golf Benefit for Epilepsy.It will take place on Thursday, July 11, at Quarry Ridge Golf Course, 9 Rose Hill Road,...
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In wake of tragedy, houses of worship bring Newtown closer
Pastor Rob Morris is photographed at Christ the King Lutheran Church in Newtown on 6/12/2013. Photo by Arnold Gold By Kristin StollerArnold Gold � Register Pastor Rob Morris is photographed at Christ...
View ArticleBenefit to help Cheshire stroke victim planned for Sunday
By Luther TurmelleRegister StaffCHESHIRE >> The lives of Mike Weed, his wife Heidi and their three children changed in almost an instant on May 17th and not in a good way.Now, as the 37-year-old...
View ArticleSurvivors of Homicide to host upcoming support group meetings
The Wethersfield-based organization, Survivors of Homicide, Inc. is hosting the following upcoming support group meetings: Southington: Tuesday, June 18 at 7 p.m. at the Southington Care Center, 45...
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Prescription pills stolen from home of missing Branford man
By Evan LipsRegister StaffBRANFORD >> Weeks after Crouch Road resident John Deveau, 61, was declared missing, court records show police arrested a man who lives next door after he allegedly broke...
View ArticleSurvivors of Homicide support group announces meetings
Survivors of Homicide announced the following upcoming support group meetings: Southington: Tuesday, July 16 at 7 p.m. at the Southington Care Center located at 45 Meriden Ave. This month we will be...
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Six unsolved homicides cases remain open in Milford
By Neal McNamaraMILFORD >> Six people died here in the last 40 years whose killers got away.The six were a Bridgeport politician, a car salesman, a dismembered Asian male wrapped in a rug, a...
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