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15-year-old writes letters and birthday cards to brighten a few seniors citizens’ days

GREAT KIDS: 15-year-old writes letters and birthday cards to brighten a few seniors citizens’ days

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 6:21 PM EDT
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By Wendell Edwards
A 15-year-old Granby Memorial High School student is bringing back the art of writing letters and making birthday cards for senior citizens.

Family Friday

Trails, treats & duck races to kick off June

Family Friday: Trails, treats & duck races to kick off June

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 4:46 PM EDT
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By WFSB Staff
The first weekend of June is here, and local events are giving us a taste of summer.

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Wethersfield High School seniors team up for cabaret for a cause

GREAT KIDS: Wethersfield High School seniors team up for cabaret for a cause

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 7:00 AM EDT
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By Wendell Edwards
Wethersfield High School seniors teamed up once again to direct and produce the cabaret.

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Family Friday:  Memorial Day weekend

Family Friday: Memorial Day weekend

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 4:42 PM EDT
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By WFSB Staff
We’re kicking off the unofficial start to summer and sneaking in an extra day of family fun. From parades to safaris, here are some events happening this weekend:

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Vernon boy saves classmate from choking

GREAT KIDS: Vernon 3rd grader saves his friend from choking

Updated: May. 23, 2023 at 5:26 PM EDT
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By Wendell Edwards
A Vernon boy jumped into action to save one of his classmates from choking on a moving school bus.

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Fishing and farm celebrations

Family Friday: Fishing and farm celebrations

Updated: May. 19, 2023 at 5:00 PM EDT
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By WFSB Staff
This May weekend has something for the whole family.

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FAMILY FRIDAY: Mother's Day weekend

Family Friday: Mother’s Day weekend

Updated: May. 12, 2023 at 4:49 PM EDT
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By WFSB Staff
From farm fests to fire trucks, this weekend of course has so many events to celebrate mom, but also a few for the whole family to enjoy!

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Channel 3 partnered with Ikea in New Haven for a Military Appreciation Month event on May 10.

Channel 3 partners with Ikea for Military Appreciation Month event

Updated: May. 10, 2023 at 2:00 PM EDT
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By Marcy Jones
Wednesday, Channel 3 teamed up with Ikea to salute current members and veterans.

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Events for the first weekend of May

Family Friday: Events for first weekend of May

Updated: May. 5, 2023 at 4:51 PM EDT
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By WFSB Staff
From Derby Day to Cinco de Mayo celebrations and food festivals, there’s so much to do this weekend in Connecticut.

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The final weekend of April featuring daffodils and superheroes

Family Friday: The final weekend of April featuring daffodils and superheroes

Updated: Apr. 28, 2023 at 4:57 PM EDT
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By WFSB Staff
From food to flowers to family fun, we found a few can’t-miss spring events to fill your weekend.
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Denise D’Ascenzo Walk to Fight Rare Diseases to happen rain or shine

Updated: Apr. 28, 2023 at 10:04 AM EDT
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By Rob Polansky
The second annual Denise D’Ascenzo Walk to Fight Rare Diseases is set to happen on Saturday, rain or shine.

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Great Kids: The Tribe prepares young men in Bloomfield for the future

Updated: Apr. 25, 2023 at 5:29 PM EDT
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By Wendell Edwards
The town of Bloomfield is investing time and energy in young men, particularly young men of color.

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Family Friday: Spring traditions, a fairy tale afternoon & free farm fun

Updated: Apr. 21, 2023 at 7:52 PM EDT
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By WFSB Staff
From annual spring traditions to free family fun, let us help you plan your weekend with these upcoming local events.

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Family Friday: A spring fest, cherry blossom festival & brick fest live

Updated: Apr. 14, 2023 at 5:26 PM EDT
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By WFSB Staff
Spring is in full swing and despite the summer-like weather, it’s a great weekend to enjoy these seasonal celebrations!

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Great Kids: SMSA seniors team up to get robot that helps children with autism

Updated: Apr. 13, 2023 at 7:12 PM EDT
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By Wendell Edwards
Two high school seniors from the Sports and Medical Sciences Academy in Hartford teamed up for a very personal senior capstone project.

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Family Friday: Easter weekend activities

Updated: Apr. 7, 2023 at 5:35 PM EDT
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By WFSB Staff
From bunny brunches to epic egg hunts, there are so many sweet ways to celebrate this Easter weekend.

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Family Friday: Sweet treats and early Easter fun

Updated: Mar. 31, 2023 at 4:57 PM EDT
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By WFSB Staff
Spring festivities are popping up all across the state, and Easter celebrations have begun. From hunts to days dedicated to sweets, there’s plenty to do for everyone in your crew.

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List: Connecticut Easter 2023 events

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 3:18 PM EDT
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By WFSB Staff
From filling up your baskets at egg hunts, to bunny breakfasts, here’s some great events to start your celebrations.

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Great Kids: Cub Scouts lead by example, collect 17,000lbs of food

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 5:13 PM EDT
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By Wendell Edwards and Kristina Russo
Cub Master Manny Jacques from East Windsor showcased just how much his cub scout pack helped to give back to the community.

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Family Friday: Blooms, ‘Bluey’ and baskets full of eggs for the first weekend of spring

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 5:26 PM EDT
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By Nicole Nalepa
Spring has sprung and the weekend is blooming with early springtime activities.

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Great Kids: Cub Scout helps make birthdays special

Updated: Mar. 21, 2023 at 5:33 PM EDT
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By Wendell Edwards
A cub scout in South Windsor wants to make sure people in need get to enjoy their birthday.

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Family Friday: St. Patrick’s Day weekend festivities

Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 5:36 PM EDT
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By WFSB Staff
Connecticut is going green this weekend. Don’t miss the family-friendly shamrock shenanigans for all ages as we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.

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2nd Annual Denise D’Ascenzo Foundation Telethon raises money for local charities

Updated: Mar. 12, 2023 at 8:24 AM EDT
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By Rob Polansky
On Saturday, March 11, the 2nd annual Denise D’Ascenzo Foundation Telethon kicks off.

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Family Friday: A mix of mermaids, dinosaurs and leprechauns

Updated: Mar. 10, 2023 at 4:53 PM EST
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By WFSB Staff
The next few days are filled with music, magic and making memories at some great local events for the whole family.

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SLIDESHOW: It’s Read Across America Day

Updated: Mar. 2, 2023 at 8:37 PM EST
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By Rob Polansky
Thursday marked Read Across America Day, also know as Dr. Seuss Day.

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Chaz & AJ’s toy drive features live music, entertainment

Updated: Dec. 9, 2022 at 7:08 AM EST
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By Rob Polansky
The Chaz & AJ McDermott Chevrolet & Lexus of New Haven Toy Drive kicked off at 5:30 a.m. on Friday from Jordan’s Furniture in New Haven.

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Today is Giving Tuesday. Here are some ideas

Updated: Nov. 29, 2022 at 8:55 AM EST
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By Rob Polansky
With the holiday season already shifted into high gear, charities hoped for some spirited generosity on Giving Tuesday.

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Connecticut Foodshare’s holiday collection events continue this week

Updated: Nov. 16, 2022 at 7:59 AM EST
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By Rob Polansky
Connecticut Foodshare kicked off its annual holiday giving season.

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Birthdays Anniversaries

Updated: Nov. 15, 2022 at 2:02 PM EST
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By Gray Media
Submit a birthday or anniversary announcement.

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Mission of Mercy free dental clinic kicks off today in Farmington

Updated: Nov. 12, 2022 at 7:11 AM EST
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By Rob Polansky
A free dental clinic that administers care to hundreds of patients each year is set to kick off in Farmington on Saturday.

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We want to honor our veterans

Updated: Nov. 7, 2022 at 12:08 PM EST
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By WFSB Staff
Channel 3 is honoring the state’s veterans this week.

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Coats for Connecticut drive enters its 14th year

Updated: Nov. 2, 2022 at 7:36 AM EDT
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By Marcy Jones and Rob Polansky
The annual Coats for Connecticut community collection officially kicked off Wednesday morning.

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Benefit concert will raise funds for Bristol victims

Updated: Oct. 28, 2022 at 11:47 PM EDT
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By Marcy Jones and Jay Kenney
Tonight the local community will come together to remember the fallen Bristol Police officers with a special tribute performance.

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Local trick-or-treat events to celebrate Halloween

Updated: Oct. 19, 2022 at 9:43 AM EDT
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By WFSB Staff
Trick-or-treat events are happening in the state throughout the month of October.

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3Cares: Connecticut Helps Puerto Rico

Updated: Sep. 24, 2022 at 7:38 AM EDT
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By WFSB Staff
Hurricane Fiona devastated Puerto Rico and so many people need our help.

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2022 Connecticut Memorial Day Parades

Updated: May. 30, 2022 at 10:27 AM EDT
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By WFSB Staff
There are several Memorial Day parades happening throughout the state this weekend.

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Ansonia holds drive-by parade for girl with inoperable brain tumor

Updated: May. 26, 2022 at 6:36 PM EDT
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By Matt McFarland and Ashley RK Smith
Ansonia put on a parade for a first grader who’s battling a brain tumor.

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3Cares: Channel 3′s supply drive moves to the next phase: Packing

Updated: Mar. 8, 2022 at 12:04 PM EST
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By Rob Polansky and Courtney Zieller
The station’s “3 Cares” event shifted to the packing process.

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West Hartford Jewish community creates 1st inclusion mural

Updated: Mar. 2, 2022 at 3:28 PM EST
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By Ashley RK Smith
People from all walks of life added color to the large white canvas, creating a wonderful art composition.

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Denise D’Ascenzo Foundation to host first-ever benefit walk April 30

Updated: Feb. 23, 2022 at 2:36 PM EST
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By WFSB Staff
The Denise D’Ascenzo Foundation is hosting its first-ever benefit walk on April 30.

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3 CARES: Hartford HealthCare, Channel 3 team up for 2nd ‘You’re Better Boosted’ event

Updated: Feb. 15, 2022 at 1:27 PM EST
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By Rob Polansky
Channel 3 and Hartford HealthCare are continuing a team up in an effort to get more people their COVID-19 booster shots.
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