New Haven Register

Blood Lab Moves Into Ex-Martial Arts Studio?

By Susan Misur Register Staff GUILFORD -- The site of a martial arts studio that closed after police found hidden cameras allegedly used to film staff and clients undressing will now house a blood testing laboratory.

Clinton Gets $200g for Renovations?

By Stan Fisher Register Correspondent CLINTON -- Enhancements of the town marina and much-needed renovations at the town beach will be enabled by $200,000 in state grants, First Selectman William Fritz said.

Recession Takes Toll On Kids?' Health, Learning

By Patricia Villers Register Staff ANSONIA -- Thousands of children in Connecticut are living in poverty, and such an environment makes them vulnerable to illness and falling behind in school.

Branford to Receive $150g Grant for Restrooms at Bayview Park?

BRANFORD -- The town will receive a $150,000 state grant to design and build public restrooms at Bayview Park in the Stony Creek section following recent approval of bonding for the project by the state Bond Commission, Gov. M. Jodi Rell has announced. The state funds, approved Sept. 25, are being made available through the Connecticut Small Town Economic Assistance Program, Rell said. STEAP provides financial assistance for projects that encourage economic development and preserve the charac...

Hamden Officials Discuss Fire Station Lease, Surplus?

By Ann DeMatteo Assistant Metro Editor HAMDEN -- The Legislative Council Monday night said it would allow the administration to seek proposals from outside companies that may want to build a fire headquarters in southern Hamden, and lease the station back to the town.

Owner of Burned-Out Garage in W. Haven Gets Ok for Site

By Abbe Smith Register Staff WEST HAVEN -- The owner of a Forest Road auto business ravaged by fire in August got permission from the city to run his business out of a location on the Boston Post Road.

Zoning Officer Rescinds Resignation?

By Amanda Pinto Register Staff WESTBROOK -- The town's zoning enforcement officer is still on the job, after she withdrew the resignation she had submitted last week.

Ui Building Plans Gain Green Light?

By Brian McCready Milford Bureau Chief ORANGE -- The town this week approved United Illuminating Co.'s multimillion-dollar plan to consolidate its business by building an office building and an operations center on Marsh Hill Road sites.

Family Looking for Answers in Stabbing?

By James Tinley Register Staff BETHANY -- Family of the 38-year-old West Haven man who was stabbed to death Monday expressed frustration Wednesday over having so few details about the incident.

Man, 19, Arrested in Jewelry Heist?

By Amanda Pinto Register Staff MADISON -- A local teenager was arrested Wednesday in connection with the theft of tens of thousands of dollars worth of jewelry from a home during a party more than a month ago.

Salvatore Takes Aim at Boosting Recycling?

By Brian McCready Milford Bureau Chief MILFORD -- Democratic mayoral candidate Genevieve Salvatore unveiled her "triple recycling campaign" Wednesday, including a Web site where people could offer free reusable items and an update of what she called the city's outdated recycling policies.

Officials Warn Parents of 'Sexting' Dangers?

By Patricia Villers Register Staff SHELTON -- Faced with lightning-fast changes in technology, now more than ever parents need to keep open the lines of communication with their children.

Rell Touts Gop in East and ?No. Haven?

By Ann DeMatteo and Mark Zaretsky Register Staff

Cheshire Police Union Declines Offer to Meet with Chief?

By Luther Turmelle North Bureau Chief CHESHIRE -- Attempts to resolve a dispute between Police Chief Michael Cruess and the union representing the town's rank-and-file officers have been hampered by an unwillingness by union leaders to meet face to face with their boss and air their differences .

Energy Assistance Appointments Set

NORTH HAVEN -- The Energy Assistance Program has scheduled the following appointments for residents to apply for energy relief in 2009-2010: A--Nine a.m.-noon Oct. 27 and 28 at the American Legion Hall, 20 Church St. A--Other appointments will be from 2-4 p.m. Tuesdays, 9 a.m.- noon Wednesdays, and 9 a.m.-12 noon Thursdays at the Department of Community Services in Town Hall Annex, 5 Linsley St.

East Haven High School Annual Hall of Fame

EAST HAVEN -- The East Haven High School Alumni Association's 23rd annual Hall of Fame induction will be held at 12:30 p.m. Nov. 22 at the Country House. Tickets are $43. To attend, send a check payable to the EHHS Alumni Association to Al Vitale, 27 Hilltop Road, East Haven 06513. Tickets will not be sold at the door. P. Martha Carlson, class of 1969 and Kevin D. Lawlor, class of 1986, will receive the Distinguished Graduate awards. Athletes being honored are Michael Barbaro, class of 1973, ...

All Schools Are Closed Monday for Columbus Day. [Derived Headline]

All schools are closed Monday for Columbus Day. Cheshire elementary: Tuesday, chicken nuggets, noodles; pizza; peas. Wednesday, meatball grinder; toasted cheese sandwich; broccoli, grape tomatoes. Thursday, popcorn chicken; veggie burger; pizza; ham and cheese wrap; zucchini. Friday, breadstick dunkers, mozzarella cheese, sauce; grilled chicken breast, roll; salad. Middle school: Tuesday, meatball grinder; grilled cheese sandwich; vegetables. Wednesday, no lunch served. Thursday, chicken tend...

Today Ansonia: State Sen. Joseph J. Crisco Jr., [Derived Headline]

TODAY Ansonia: state Sen. Joseph J. Crisco Jr., D-Woodbridge, annual senior fair is 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Warsaw Park, 119 Pulaski Highway. Includes box lunch, flu and pneumonia shots, free glaucoma testing and blood pressure screenings, 45 vendors, information for veterans. Guilford: "Do You Know Your Carbon Foodprint?" is the topic of a panel discussion at 7 p.m. at the Women & Family Life Center Carriage House, 96 Fair St. The program explores how lifestyle choices can make a difference in com...

Saturday

The Skills USA Club cruise night is 3-6 p.m. at Platt Technical High School, 600 Orange Ave., with cars and motorcycles, trophies. Donation of $10 helps send club to Kansas City in June for championship. Call Dave Freda at 783-5337 or 783-5300. A--An evening under the stars is 7 p.m. to midnight at Leitner Family Observatory & Planetarium at Yale University, 355 Prospect St., New Haven. Appetizers, open bar and dancing until midnight, auctions. Benefits Solar Youth. Contact Joanne@solaryouth....

'Italian Night' to Be Held in West Haven

WEST HAVEN -- The West Haven Italian-American Civic Association will hold "Italian Night" from 6:30 p.m. to midnight Oct. 17 at the Westwoods Club Banquet Hall, 85 Chase Lane. The event includes a full Italian dinner, music by Vinnie Carr for dancing and an open bar. Cost is $35 and reservations are required. For tickets, call Claude Lucia at 934-2361 or Pat Scirocco at 933-0626 by Monday.