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Cub Scout helping to make birthdays special

Great Kids: Cub Scout helps make birthdays special

Updated: 5 hours ago

By Wendell Edwards

A cub scout in South Windsor wants to make sure people in need get to enjoy their birthday.

Family Friday

Family Friday: St. Patrick’s Day weekend festivities

Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 5:36 PM EDT

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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The Denise D'Ascenzo Foundation Telethon is set for March 11 starting at 5 a.m.

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

Updated: Mar. 12, 2023 at 8:24 AM EDT

By Rob Polansky

On Saturday, March 11, the 2nd annual Denise D’Ascenzo Foundation Telethon kicks off.

Family Friday

Family Friday: A mix of mermaids, dinosaurs and leprechauns

Updated: Mar. 10, 2023 at 4:53 PM EST

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

By WFSB Staff

There are several Memorial Day parades happening throughout the state this weekend.

News

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

Updated: May. 26, 2022 at 6:36 PM EDT

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

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

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

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

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.