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Berlin Fair wraps up Sunday

BERLIN, Conn. (WTNH) — There was plenty of sunshine for the last day of the Berlin Fair. The turnout was low for the first two days because of the rainy and cold weather. Fairgoers started arriving...

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Authorities break up criminal ring looking to sell radioactive material to ISIS

(WTNH) — Authorities in Moldova say they’ve broken up a criminal ring with ties to Russia. The group was looking to sell radioactive material to ISIS. The nuclear material included uranium and cesium,...

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Halloween beginning to rival Christmas when it comes to holiday spending

(WTNH) — The month or so before Halloween is an exciting time of year for many people. Folks are decorating their houses and spending money getting ready for the holiday. Halloween is starting to...

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Michelle Obama christens new submarine in Groton

GROTON, Conn. (WTNH) — The First Lady made a stop in Connecticut on Saturday to christen a new submarine. Hundreds of people filled the bleachers at the General Dynamics Electric Boat shipyard to see...

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East Hampton High School students learn about dangers of texting and driving

EAST HAMPTON, Conn. (WTNH) – The lesson for students at East Hampton High School on Thursday was not to text and drive. They got some hands on experience on the damage that can be done in just a...

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Medical professionals and congressional leaders stress importance of early...

STRATFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Friday is National Mammography Day. Medical professionals and congressional leaders are stressing the importance of mammograms and early detection. The Connecticut State...

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Adults, children more prone to injuries when exercising in cold weather

(WTNH) — The cold weather is coming and that means it may be easier for you and your kids to get hurt if you’re playing sports outside. When the air temperature drops, the ground temperature does too....

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Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walks raise awareness and money to fight...

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Thousands of people across Connecticut fought back against breast cancer Sunday. Several American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walks were held...

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Crews respond to fire at barber shop in Orange

ORANGE, Conn. (WTNH) — Firefighters responded to a barber shop in Orange on Sunday morning after it filled with smoke. A rooftop heating unit malfunctioned at Popular Demand Barber Shop. Employees saw...

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National Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day educates women about breast...

(WTNH) — Many women undergoing breast cancer treatment are not aware of their options when it comes to surgery. Some look into getting mastectomies after being diagnosed with breast cancer. That’s...

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Are you paying too much for electricity?

(WTNH) — If you get your electricity though a third party retail electric supplier you might be paying too much. Third party retail electric suppliers are companies that buy energy in the market and...

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Hundreds celebrate Food Day at Yale University event

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Today is National Food Day and Yale University held a fun and interactive event to celebrate food and a healthy lifestyle. Food Day focused on teaching kids about food....

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Security, crisis counselors to be at Fairfield schools on Monday

FAIRFIELD, Conn. (WTNH) — Kids in Fairfield will be heading back to school tomorrow for the first time since all 17 schools in town went into lockdown on Friday morning. Students were dismissed early...

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Heav’nly Donuts holds car cruise for the Spooner House

DERBY, Conn. (WTNH) — The weather is getting colder and that means the season for outdoor car shows is about over. Heav’nly Donuts in Derby held its season ending car cruise on Sunday. Organizers...

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Milford preparing for possible flooding

MILFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — There’s a threat of flooding in some low lying areas in Fairfield and New Haven Counties because of the expected rain along with high tide. Milford officials are ready for it....

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Arrest warrant reveals new information on investigation into missing Easton...

WESTON, Conn. (WTNH) — The son of the Easton couple found dead on Thursday is facing murder charges. A $2.5 million bond has been set for Kyle Navin. His girlfriend, Jennifer Valiante, was arrested in...

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Cocoa for Food drive helps feed people in West Haven

WEST HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — It’s hard to believe but the holiday season is almost here. People in West Haven are already reaching out to help the less fortunate. They held a food drive called Cocoa for...

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New Haven Restaurant Week kicks off on November 1

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Foodies are headed to New Haven this week. Restaurant Week in the Elm City kicks off on November 1. More than two dozen restaurants are participating, offering everything...

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Best time of day to workout

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH)– You know exercising is good for you, but does the time of day that you choose to workout matter? A recent article in the Huffington Post aimed to answer that question. News...

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Looking for something to do this weekend? We’ve got 8 ideas for you

(WTNH) — Though the calendar may say November, this week has felt a bit more like September! This weekend might be one of the warmest we’ll have for a while so you’ll want to get out and enjoy it....

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