Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Foundation announced that Bread for Life was awarded $550 from the foundation’s Community Spirit 9/11 Mini-Grant program. Jason Interlande, an employee of Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, nominated the organization for the award. The program was founded…
Registration is already underway for participants and donors at the annual Sloper Plunge. On Saturday, Jan. 21, YMCA officials will peel back the ice at Camp Sloper, and a group of hearty volunteers will take the plunge. The name is…
Wesson Energy, Inc. in Waterbury recently honored Rebecca Faroni of Southington, a customer service manager for 10 years with the company. Faroni was honored during the company’s 2016 annual meeting in late October. From left, Wesson Energy vice president William…
PLAINVILLE>> Silver Alerts have been issued for Asia Nazario, 16, and Nitayah Perkins, 14, both missing from Plainville. Nitayah is described as a black female with black hair and brown eyes. She stands about 5 feet and 5 inches…
To the editor: I cannot keep quiet any longer. The new wall at the Hospital of Central Connecticut, Bradley Campus, in my opinion, is just downright atrocious. Why would they take down a wall that was built by pioneers, that…
To the editor: The Southington Observer published an announcement on Dec. 15 that Democrat State Representative Joe Aresimowicz’s is elected to the position of the Connecticut Speaker of House. This is a powerful position that allows him to decide which…
Southington police are investigating an incident at Southington Country Club at 150 Savage St. after Brent Jewell, 54, of Heath, Ohio drove a 2016 Nissan into a waterway at the local golf course. At approximately 10:19 p.m. yesterday, police received…
The Southington Elks Lodge No. 1669 will be hosting a military appreciation dinner on Saturday, Jan. 28. A free dinner, including hors d’oeuvres, a buffet dinner, and dessert will be offered free to all military members and veterans. The event…
Charles D. Farr, 41, of Southington, passed away from injuries sustained in a car accident on Thursday, Dec. 22, 2016. Charlie was born on June 20, 1975 in Waterbury to Marguerite “Peggy” (Larmett) Farr and the late Richard W. Farr…
These are the results for Southington High School’s varsity contests for Thursday, Dec. 22. For more in-depth coverage, read next week’s Southington Observer. Boys Basketball: The Blue Knights began their season at Simsbury (2-0) where they fell, 42-36, to…
By JEN CARDINES STAFF WRITER The main dining hall in the Summit at Plantsville was transformed into a Christmas store for the annual Shops at Apple Town Villa event. Over the last decade, the Summit has provided its residents with…
By MIKE CHAIKEN EDITIONS EDITOR Men, looking to add a little polish to your wardrobe? Want to take your well-tailored suit to the next level? You might want to try a pocket square tucked into the top pocket of your…
The following Southington Churches have announced their special service times for Christmas Eve (Dec. 24) and Christmas Day (Dec. 25): Baptist First Baptist Church 581 Meriden Ave, Southington DEC. 24—6 p.m. service featuring special music, scripture, candlelight, and a Christmas…
Yoga teacher students from Bloom Yoga Fitness Studios in Southington collected over 375 cans and boxes of food, along with $111 to benefit the Southington food bank.
Helene L. (Friedlander) Noyes, 85, of Farmington and formerly of Southington, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Monday, Dec. 19th. She had been the loving wife of Edmund G. Noyes having recently celebrated their 20th…
No, you’re not seeing double. On Friday, Dec. 16, Kennedy Middle School celebrated “twin day” to recognize more than 20 sets of twins at the school.
Southington High School sophomore Reilley Walden clutches a giant teddy bear donated during her seventh annual toy drive for Connecticut Children’s Medical Center. Her Nov. 26 event, “Stuff my mom’s SUV for CCMC” received record donations of 432 toys and…
The Queen Ann Nzinga Center, Inc. presents its 27st Annual Kwanzaa Celebration on Friday, Dec. 30 at 7 p.m. at the historic Trinity-on-Main, 69 Main St., New Britain. Kwanzaa, an African-American holiday observed each winter, encourages the traditional values of…
Paraeducators representing the United Public Service Employees Union (UPSEU) Unit 50 donated $1,100 and 23 boxes of food to Bread for Life during their fifth annual food drive. The 280 paras in the Southington school system collected food and organized…
By JEN CARDINES STAFF WRITER Officer Kevin Naranjo spends his days roaming the hallways of Southington High School (SHS) actively involved in all aspects of the institution. He is part counselor, friend, parent, police officer, and teacher. He’s the doorway…
