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Make East Hartford More Walkable, Consultant Says

By MELISSA TRAYNOR, mtraynor@courant.com — Thu, 31 May 2012 12:21:00 GMT

The town has recently gained a new pair of eyes to provide a fresh perspective on how exactly people get to and from the places they work, shop, learn and live in East Hartford.

Webster Open House To Aid Home Buyers

Thu, 31 May 2012 00:37:25 GMT

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Webster Bank is throwing an open house, but it's not the kind you think.

Volunteers Hope To Clear Tires From Hockanum River Trail In East Hartford Saturday

Wed, 30 May 2012 17:12:17 GMT

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The Hockanum River Commission is hoping to literally roll away as many tires as they can from the section of trail that runs from the Hillside Street entrance to Olde Roberts Street.

Kitchen Burns In East Hartford Home

Wed, 30 May 2012 02:54:08 GMT

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No one was injured when an electrical fire broke out in the kitchen of a multi-family home on Smart Street, fire officials said.

Onetime Hartford Gangster, Now A Preacher, Is Accused Of Sex Crimes In Florida

By EDMUND H. MAHONY, emahony@courant.com — Tue, 29 May 2012 22:05:00 GMT

A Hartford gangster who the FBI said was once targeted for death by the Mafia is back in the custody of the law.

East Hartford Issuing Dog Licenses Next Month

Tue, 29 May 2012 15:47:54 GMT

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The town clerk's office will be issuing new and renewed dog licenses through the month of June for dogs that are older than six months and are up-to-date on rabies vaccinations.

East Hartford Veteran Given Replacements For His Military Medals, Ribbons

By MELISSA TRAYNOR, mtraynor@courant.com — Fri, 25 May 2012 18:00:00 GMT

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World War II veteran Robert D. Welk on Friday received eight new medals, ribbons and pins commemorating his military service and contributions to defending the country.

Pratt & Whitney Picks Middletown For Key Engine Work

By DAN HAAR, dhaar@courant.com — Fri, 25 May 2012 15:02:00 GMT

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Pratt & Whitney has decided to assemble some, and maybe the majority, of its engines for the Airbus A320 neo model — the largest booking of business by far for its new geared turbofan design — at its Middletown plant, an unexpected decision that was critical for preserving Pratt factory jobs in Connecticut.

East Hartford Commencement Ceremonies Scheduled

Thu, 24 May 2012 20:15:14 GMT

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This year's commencement ceremony for the class of 2012 has been scheduled for June 25, the Monday following the high schools' last day of class, at The Bushnell.

Court Upholds Conviction Of Dancer Killer

Thu, 24 May 2012 18:21:53 GMT

The state Supreme Court on Thursday upheld the murder conviction of a man serving life in prison for the killing of an exotic dancer whose burned remains were found on his property.

Search Is On for Next East Hartford Superintendent

Thu, 24 May 2012 15:38:00 GMT

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In its search for a new superintendent of schools, the East Hartford Board of Education is seeking community input and has posted a survey posted on its website.

East Hartford Council Republicans Seek Investigation Into Referendum Notice

By MELISSA TRAYNOR, mtraynor@courant.com — Wed, 23 May 2012 15:40:00 GMT

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UPDATE May 23: Through a statement sent out Wednesday morning, Mayor Marcia Leclerc responded to Republican claims, specifically objecting to their view that a "cover-up" of some kind had taken place following a November levee bonding referendum.

Police: 'Escorts' Brawl Over Money in East Hartford

By DAVID OWENS, dowens@courant.com — Tue, 22 May 2012 22:46:13 GMT

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Two women who police say were staying at a local hotel and providing "adult escort services" got into a dispute Monday over money, and one told police she'd been hit by a gun.

East Hartford Memorial Day Parade Set for Monday

Tue, 22 May 2012 18:47:42 GMT

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The town's Memorial Day parade is scheduled for Monday and means traffic re-routing around some of Burnside Avenue from 9 a.m. to noon.

Police: 'Escorts' Brawl Over Money in East Hartford

By DAVID OWENS, dowens@courant.com — Tue, 22 May 2012 14:23:00 GMT

Police: East Hartford Man Admitted Shooting Girlfriend

By DAVID MCKAY dpmckay@ctnow.com — Mon, 21 May 2012 22:10:39 GMT

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A man charged with in the death his girlfriend Saturday in East Hartford admitted to shooting her, police said.

Greater Hartford School Choice Fair Set For Wednesday

By VANESSA DE LA TORRE, vdelatorre@courant.com — Mon, 21 May 2012 22:01:18 GMT

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The state has scheduled a school choice fair for Wednesday to promote several new magnet programs in Greater Hartford ahead of the latest lottery deadline.

East Hartford Police ID Retired Officer Found Dead Sunday

By DAVID McKAY, FoxCT — Mon, 21 May 2012 19:04:44 GMT

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The retired East Hartford police lieutenant found dead Sunday morning along the bank of P&F Pond has been identified as Dennis M. McQueeney.

One Mistaken Phone Call Leads To Lifetime Love Affair

By M.A.C. LYNCH, Special to The Courant — Sun, 20 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT

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The door is locked at 12 o'clock. That was the law in the Zotti house, and 22-year-old Richard, who had survived fighting with the amphibious Navy unit in Guam and Saipan, knew not to breach his father's dictate.

East Hartford Shooting Victim Identified; Suspect Arrested

By AMANDA FALCONE, afalcone@courant.com — Sat, 19 May 2012 23:29:59 GMT

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— Police say Krisann Pouliout, 28, was shot and killed by her boyfriend at their Norwich Avenue home early Saturday.

Manchester Political Leader Clifton Thompson Dies

By JESSE LEAVENWORTH, leavenworth@courant.com — Sat, 19 May 2012 19:54:13 GMT

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Clifton Thompson — a local political leader, former Hartford police officer, attorney and baseball coach — died Friday. He was 64.

GOP Endorses Candidates For State Seats Representing Manchester, East Hartford, Glastonbury

By JESSE LEAVENWORTH, leavenworth@courant.com — Fri, 18 May 2012 17:42:38 GMT

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Republican delegates recently endorsed three candidates for state seats representing Manchester, East Hartford, Glastonbury, Bolton and Andover.

Public Hearing Rescheduled on 'Improving East Hartford' Program

Fri, 18 May 2012 15:38:28 GMT

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The town council is holding a public hearing on the mayor's Improving East Hartford program, which offers tax incentives to businesses and residents who invest in their buildings and homes.

Solar Project Greenlighted by East Hartford Town Council

By MELISSA TRAYNOR, mtraynor@courant.com — Thu, 17 May 2012 17:31:00 GMT

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The town council has approved a plan to allow a contractor to install solar panels at some schools and at the public safety complex.

Accused East Hartford Doctor Appears In Court

By DAVID OWENS, dowens@courant.com — Wed, 16 May 2012 23:16:27 GMT

Dr. Edwin Njoku, the East Hartford doctor accused of sexually assaulting several of his patients, made a brief appearance in court Wednesday.