Community gives back to Red Cross on Giving Day
NEW BRITAIN, Conn. (WTNH) — Thursday is the American Red Cross’s Giving Day. News 8 is proud to partner with the Red Cross for the daylong event. It raises money for the organization so it can help...
View ArticleLooking for something fun to do this weekend? We’ve got 8 ideas for you
(WTNH) — The weather has been warmer – are you looking to find something fun to do this weekend. We’ve got some ideas for you, and many of them are outdoors. Looking for something to do on Saturday?...
View ArticleDonald Trump holds rallies in Waterbury, Bridgeport
WATERBURY & BRIDGEPORT, Conn. (WTNH) — Donald Trump held rallies in Waterbury and Bridgeport on Saturday. The first was held at Crosby High School in Waterbury at 10 a.m. Jonathan Labeau was...
View ArticleHillary Clinton holds rally in Bridgeport
BRIDGEPORT, Conn. (WTNH) – Hillary Clinton held a “Get Out the Vote” rally in Bridgeport on Sunday afternoon. This was her third event in Connecticut in the past several days. She had an event in...
View ArticleShoreline trolley up and running for first time since 1950s
EAST HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) – A trolley damaged by two hurricanes and out of commission for decades is up and running again. The Shore Line Trolley Museum will be revealing the restored car this weekend....
View ArticleAre you looking for something to do this weekend? We’ve got some fun ideas
(WTNH) — It’s Friday and if you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend, we’ve got you covered. We’ve got some ideas that are fun for the entire family – and some of them are free. If you’re...
View ArticleMilford community celebrates teen’s life
MILFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — It has now been two years since 16-year-old Maren Sanchez was stabbed to death at Jonathan Law High School in Milford. The community came together Saturday to celebrate her...
View ArticleShoreline trolley running for first time in decades unveiled to public
EAST HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — A trolley that hasn’t run in decades and is now back up and running was unveiled to the public Saturday. Car 865 was almost completely restored when Hurricanes Irene and...
View ArticleRock to Rock Earth Day Ride draws thousands of riders
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Saturday was a beautiful day for a bike ride – and that’s how more than a thousand people in New Haven spent part of the day. It was the 8th year of the Rock to Rock Earth...
View ArticleWalk: MS West Haven draws hundreds
WEST HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — The rain Sunday didn’t stop hundreds of people from heading outside and joining in the fight against multiple sclerosis. The National MS Society Connecticut Chapter held...
View ArticleConnecticut ranked third best state for working moms
(WTNH) — If you are a working mom did you know that Connecticut may be one of the best states to live in? The website Wallethub ranks Connecticut the third best state in the nation for working moms....
View ArticleRepublican primary battle now over
(WTNH/ABC News) — The Republican primary battle is over. Donald Trump is the winner; his only remaining rival is out of the race. Governor John Kasich of Ohio is suspending his campaign, leaving just...
View ArticleAre you looking for something to do on Mother’s Day weekend? We’ve got 8 ideas
(WTNH) — It’s Mother’s Day weekend – are you looking for something fun to do with Mom or as a family? We’ve got some ideas for you – and some of them are free. Want to make something sweet for Mom this...
View ArticleThousands join fight against breast cancer at Race for the Cure
WESTPORT, Conn. (WTNH) – The rain didn’t stop 1,000 runners and walkers from coming together to raise money for the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Fairfield County on Saturday. About 1,000 more...
View ArticleMilford Hospital holds Mother’s Day 5K
MILFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Despite this morning’s rain, hundreds of people walked or ran in the Milford Hospital Mother’s Day 5K. It was a way for families to spend some time together on Mother’s Day...
View ArticleKids learn about making healthy food choices at grocery store
BRANFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Saint Mary School students got a lesson in making healthy food choices on Thursday morning. It is not always easy for kids to eat healthy during summer vacation. Their...
View ArticleLooking for something fun to do this weekend? We’ve got 8 ideas
(WTNH) — We’ve got your back if you’re looking for something to do this weekend. We’ve got 8 ideas – and many of them are free. Looking to do some shopping while supporting local vendors? Head to the...
View ArticleConnecticut Spring Boat Show held in Essex this weekend
ESSEX, Conn. (WTNH) — Boating season is almost here. Boat lovers and families are getting ready for it in Essex this weekend. The Connecticut Spring Boat Show began on Friday and continued all day on...
View ArticleNational Teacher of the Year awarded honorary degree
HAMDEN, Conn. (WTNH) — The National Teacher of the Year received an honorary degree at Quinnipiac University on Saturday. Jahana Hayes was also the commencement speaker at the University’s graduate...
View ArticleNew Haven designated an “Urban Bird Treaty City”
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has designated New Haven an “Urban Bird Treaty City.” The Urban Bird Treaty program is an effort to conserve migratory birds. New Haven is...
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