Meriden Man Guilty In Fatal Birthday Party Shooting; Faces More Charges In Separate Incident Meriden Man Guilty In Fatal Birthday Party Shooting; Faces More Charges In Separate Incident
Meriden Man Guilty In Fatal Birthday Party Shooting; Faces More Charges In Separate Incident A jury has found a Connecticut man guilty in the deadly shooting of 20-year-old Jyineez Cruz after a birthday party turned violent outside a downtown recording studio, prosecutors said. Brandon Ramos, 23, of Meriden, was convicted of manslaughter in the first degree with a firearm and carrying a pistol without a permit on Tuesday, July 29, according to state prosecutors. The charges stem from the early morning of Aug. 22, 2021, when an argument between Ramos and Cruz ended in gunfire in a Meriden parking lot. According to testimony and evidence presented in court, Ramos was hosting a birthd…
Fired Tolland Insurance Agent Facing 31 Felony Charges In Multi-State Scam: Police Fired Tolland Insurance Agent Facing 31 Felony Charges In Multi-State Scam: Police
Fired Tolland Insurance Agent Facing 31 Felony Charges In Multi-State Scam: Police A former Connecticut insurance agent is accused of running a multi-state life insurance scam that allegedly took money from at least nine people for policies that either didn’t exist or had already lapsed, according to state investigators. Ian Pierce, 34, was arrested last week after a months-long investigation led by the Statewide Organized Crime Investigative Task Force, Connecticut State Police said. Pierce, a former insurance agent, was fired in March 2020 after his employer discovered he was pocketing client payments, State Police said. The Connecticut Insurance Department revoked his …
Here's Where Americans Have Most, Least 'Good Days' Each Year Here's Where Americans Have Most, Least 'Good Days' Each Year
Here's Where Americans Have Most, Least 'Good Days' Each Year Some Americans are stacking more good days than others, and where you live may play a bigger role than you think. A new national survey shows that the average American racks up 252 good days a year, but residents in certain states are reporting significantly more.  Conducted by Talker Research on behalf of Icelandic Provisions, the annual Bowl Half Full report looked at how healthy habits, morning rituals and even food choices shape daily optimism. Florida topped the list with an average of 276 good days annually, while at the opposite end, Connecticut, Kentucky and Vermont residents …
Fairfield Doctor Faces More Sex Assault Charges Involving Patients: Police Fairfield Doctor Faces More Sex Assault Charges Involving Patients: Police
Fairfield Doctor Faces More Sex Assault Charges Involving Patients: Police Police in Connecticut have re-arrested a psychiatrist previously accused of sexually assaulting a patient after uncovering additional allegations involving others under his care, authorities said. Lazaro Pomeraniec, of Westport, faces two additional counts of sexual assault following his arrest on Monday, July 28. The new charges stem from separate incidents involving other patients, according to Fairfield police. Pomeraniec voluntarily surrendered his medical license after his initial arrest on June 24, when he was charged with fourth-degree sexual assault, Fairfield police said. He was b…
Ex-High School Wrestling Coach Accused Of Raping 2 Students Nabbed In Plainfield: Police Ex-High School Wrestling Coach Accused Of Raping 2 Students Nabbed In Plainfield: Police
Ex-High School Wrestling Coach Accused Of Raping 2 Students Nabbed In Plainfield: Police A former New York high school wrestling coach accused of repeatedly raping two students — ages 15 and 16 — has been arrested in Connecticut as a fugitive from justice, authorities said. Reid Kappler, 32, is facing 18 charges, including rape, in Ulster County, New York. He was captured on July 14 in the Moosup section of Plainfield, Connecticut, police announced on Monday, July 28. Kappler has pleaded not guilty to the charges. Kappler, now residing in Plainfield, worked as a custodian and wrestling coach at Saugerties High School from 2023 to 2024. Police say he repeatedly raped the two gir…
Violent Armed Robbery At Wethersfield Motel Leaves Clerk Injured; Police Seek Public's Help Violent Armed Robbery At Wethersfield Motel Leaves Clerk Injured; Police Seek Public's Help
Violent Armed Robbery At Wethersfield Motel Leaves Clerk Injured; Police Seek Public's Help A violent weekend robbery at a Connecticut Motel 6 left a clerk injured and shaken. Authorities are urgently seeking the public's help in identifying two armed men involved in the crime. Police were called to the 1341 Silas Deane Highway motel in Wethersfield around 10:15 p.m. on Sunday, July 27.  The clerk told police that two masked men burst into the motel with a gun, leaped over the counter, assaulted them, and robbed them at gunpoint of their phone, watch, and cash, before running away, Wethersfield police relayed.  They assaulted the clerk during the robbery, but the victim…
Northeast Classics Celebrated Among Best Summer Dishes In US: See The Rankings Northeast Classics Celebrated Among Best Summer Dishes In US: See The Rankings
Northeast Classics Celebrated Among Best Summer Dishes In US: See The Rankings Some of the most popular summer foods in the US come straight from the Northeast, according to a new survey. Mixbook has ranked the 100 most beloved summer dishes. The photo book website polled 3,003 self-described foodies. For grillmasters, New York's grilled strip steak and garlic scapes were ranked No. 3. "New York's agricultural regions produce top-tier beef, and summer grilling often centers around the strip steak — especially in the Hudson Valley," Mixbook said. "Paired with seasonal garlic scapes or grilled ramps, this dish reflects the state’s balance of urban sophisticat…
MA Tops New National Rankings For School Quality, Safety: Here's Why MA Tops New National Rankings For School Quality, Safety: Here's Why
MA Tops New National Rankings For School Quality, Safety: Here's Why Many public school systems in the Northeast are outperforming the rest of the country in quality and safety, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of States with the Best & Worst School Systems on Monday, July 21. The study ranked every state's public schools based on academic performance, safety, funding, and teacher credentials. Massachusetts ranked No. 1 in the country, earning top scores in both fourth- and eighth-grade math and reading. The Bay State also had the highest share of students scoring a three or better on Advanced Placement (AP) exams and …
Community Rallies for Family of Southport Ghost Hunter Who Died On Haunted Annabelle Doll Tour Community Rallies for Family of Southport Ghost Hunter Who Died On Haunted Annabelle Doll Tour
Community Rallies for Family of Southport Ghost Hunter Who Died On Haunted Annabelle Doll Tour The ghost-hunting community and friends across New England are coming together to support the family of Dan Rivera, a Connecticut paranormal investigator who died unexpectedly during a tour involving the infamous Annabelle doll. Rivera, known for his work with the Warren Legacy Foundation, died on Sunday, July 13, while showcasing the doll and other items in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, as part of the “Devils on the Run” tour.  The 54-year-old Southport man was the lead investigator for the New England Society for Psychic Research and well-known for his work in the field. He's surviv…
CT’s Biggest Children’s Hospitals End Gender-Affirming Meds For Minors Amid Federal Pressure CT’s Biggest Children’s Hospitals End Gender-Affirming Meds For Minors Amid Federal Pressure
CT’s Biggest Children’s Hospitals End Gender-Affirming Meds For Minors Amid Federal Pressure Two of Connecticut’s leading pediatric hospitals are no longer offering gender-affirming medication treatments for patients under 19, a decision already sparking concern across the state. Yale New Haven Health confirmed it will stop prescribing medication as part of its gender-affirming care for minors. The announcement came shortly after Connecticut Children’s Medical Center revealed it would also be “winding down” its youth gender care program. However, the hospitals will continue to offer behavioral health services.  A Yale New Haven spokesperson said in a statement that the decisi…
Lisbon Grandmother Killed When Intoxicated Driver Plowed Onto Sidewalk, Hit Post Office: Cops Lisbon Grandmother Killed When Intoxicated Driver Plowed Onto Sidewalk, Hit Post Office: Cops
Lisbon Grandmother Killed When Intoxicated Driver Plowed Onto Sidewalk, Hit Post Office: Cops A Connecticut man who drove onto the sidewalk and crashed into and killed a grandmother has been charged nearly a year later, authorities announced.  Ean King, 37, of Norwich, turned himself over to police on Monday, July 21, and was charged with reckless driving, operating under the influence of drugs or alcohol, manslaughter, assault, and multiple traffic infractions, Connecticut State Police said.  Investigators say King was driving a white 2017 BMW X5 north on Main Street in Griswold when he crossed into the other lane and jumped the curb onto the sidewalk on Aug. 29, 2024. Th…
Most Loved Ice Cream Flavors In CT Revealed In New Study Most Loved Ice Cream Flavors In CT Revealed In New Study
Most Loved Ice Cream Flavors In CT Revealed In New Study When it comes to ice cream, the Northeast isn't picking sides. A new report from Beach.com found that Neapolitan is among the most popular in many Northeastern states. The classic trio of vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry was listed as a favorite in states like Massachusetts, New York, and Virginia. The travel website used five years of Google search data to determine the top-searched ice cream flavor in each state. In total, Neapolitan ranked No. 1 in 19 states, making it the most popular flavor in the country. In the tri-state area, it's more than just a single scoop: C…