Southington Observer Local News Section
By JEN CARDINES STAFF WRITER Verizon Wireless retailers across the country will host the fifth annual School Rocks backpack giveaway this month. On Sunday, July 23rd between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., local Wireless Zone and TCC stores will be…
By JEN CARDINES STAFF WRITER The Town Council approved the proposed modifications for the tax abatement language during their July 10 meeting. Prior to the changes, the document was only valid until July 1, 2017, whereas the new language extends…
The Southington High School rugby club announced a trio of athletes that have committed to playing the sport after high school graduation. All three will be playing at colleges in the region next year. From left, Kamryn Cochrane (Southern Connecticut…
By JEN CARDINES STAFF WRITER On Friday, July 7, local veterans were joined by their families and friends for a gallery reception at Southington Community Cultural Arts (SoCCA). Each month, a specific artist or group is featured in the main…
By JEN CARDINES STAFF WRITER Southington resident Rachel Wache organized a food drive to benefit Southington Community Services (SCS) which will be held on Friday, July 21. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., she will be outside of Stop and…
The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain is offering a grant of up to $10,000 to help non-college-bound students who are disengaged or require personalized assistance achieve career success. Organizations that can offer employment training and support programs targeted to…
Three organizations serving Southington residents received grant awards from Main Street Community Foundation. The grants will enhance children’s education, increase access to basic needs and reduce domestic and teen dating violence. A $4,000 grant to the Early Childhood Collaborative of…
By JEN CARDINES STAFF WRITER The Town Council scheduled a public hearing regarding tax abatement language for Monday, July 10 in the Weichsel Municipal Center at 7 p.m. Tax abatement offers reduced taxes, granted by a state government or municipality,…
By JEN CARDINES STAFF WRITER Southington’s Town-wide Effort to Promote Success (STEPS) announced a pair of Narcan training and informational events this month. The seminars are sponsored by TriCircle Inc. in partnership with STEPS. On Friday, July 14, from 7…
By JEN CARDINES STAFF WRITER Southington Community Cultural Arts (SoCCA) is holding its first short film contest, which is open to Southington residents ages 14-18. Teens are invited to create a short film (3 to 5 minutes) for a chance…
