Connecticut Board of Approved Baseball Umpires Looking For New Propsects
The Connecticut Board of Approved Baseball Umpires Hartford Chapter is seeking new umpires for the 2013 high school and summer seasons. The chapter is an organization dedicated to providing...
View ArticleA Note Left on a Car Has a Simple Message: Smile, You Deserve It!
Imagine having a day where your mind is filled with preoccupation, maybe even disappointment and failure. Maybe this is everyday. It’s all about you. The boils on the butts of humanity are popping and...
View ArticlePatch's Poll: At What Age Do You Expect to Retire?
The age for full Social Security benefits is now 67, although you can collect partial benefits starting at 62, according to the Social Security Administration. Some Republicans in Congress are trying...
View ArticleWindsor Locks Police Charge Man With Operating Illegal Pawn Shop, Money...
The following information was provided by the Windsor Locks Police Department: Windsor Locks Police have arrested and charged a Windsor man with various drug violations, money laundering and operating...
View ArticleDirectory Spotlight - Bed Bath & Beyond
Many of you may not know this, but there are descriptions and photos of nearly 900 businesses and organizations on Enfield Patch. Under the "Directory" heading at the top of our home page, you will...
View ArticleHealth Study: Connecticut Asthma Rates on the Rise
Asthma rates have risen nearly 18 percent in Connecticut between 2000 and 2010 and the disease disproportionately affects women, children and minorities, the most recent state survey of the disease...
View ArticleObituaries: Fortier, Gordon, Perotti
Michael D. Fortier, 54, of Enfield, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, December 4, 2012. Richard Anthony Gordon, 71, of Enfield, passed away peacefully in Hartford on Friday, December 7, 2012. Stella...
View ArticleEnfield Police Blotter: Dec. 7-9
The following public information from the Enfield Police Department is accurate as of December 10, 2012. Items on this list reflect charges filed, not convictions. It is not the policy of Enfield Patch...
View ArticleAt Last! The Patch Holiday Candy Guide (You're Welcome)
Ah, holiday season. For me, it is really Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and Festivus rolled into one. Anyway, I loves me some holiday season because the candy flows like wine. And, because the focus is...
View ArticleEnfield Police Release Updated "Most Wanted" List
The Enfield Police Department is looking for the public's help in locating more than a dozen suspects wanted in connection with various crimes. A tab on the department's website entitled "Enfield's...
View ArticlePatch's Poll: What Is Your Least Favorite Holiday Song?
Christmas music is a genre unto itself with new variations of the classics coming out every year. Who among us hasn't pined for Rod Stewart's take on "Santa Claus Is Coming To Town" as featured on his...
View ArticleDepartment of Correction Investigating Inmate Suicide at Osborn in Somers
The Connecticut Department of Correction is investigating the apparent suicide of an inmate at the Osborn Correctional Institution in Somers. At approximately 3 a.m. on Tuesday, correctional staff...
View ArticleDirectory Spotlight - TJ's Affordable Mirror & Glass
Many of you may not know this, but there are descriptions and photos of nearly 900 businesses and organizations on Enfield Patch. Under the "Directory" heading at the top of our home page, you will...
View ArticleMunicipal Officials Question Malloy Budget Cuts
Municipal leaders are questioning whether Gov. Dannel P. Malloy had the authority to cut state aid to some municipal programs as part of his plan to head off a nearly $1 billion budget deficit. James...
View ArticleObituaries: Boisvert, Olschafskie
Yolande G. (Hebert) Boisvert, 86, of Enfield, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Sunday, December 9, 2012. Timothy E. Olschafskie Sr., 47, of Enfield passed away on December 7, 2012.
View ArticleGold Star Families Honored During Wreaths Across America Assembly at Parkman...
For the second straight year, a palpable buzz of excitement surrounded Parkman School Tuesday morning, as hundreds of students, teachers and community members eagerly awaited the arrival of a very...
View ArticleWhy Do Kids Say They'll Study on Sunday?
Aaron Burr, famous for a duel with Alexander Hamilton that ended his political career, said, “Never do today what you can do tomorrow.” Burr was an interesting guy and apparently quite the influential...
View ArticlePolice Release Composite Photo of Suspect in Dzen Garden Market Robbery
Connecticut State Police are still searching for the woman they say robbed the Dzen Garden Market in Somers on Thursday. The woman is described as a white female who is approximately 60 years of age,...
View ArticleWindsor Locks Girls Remain Unbeaten With 46-26 Win at Enfield
A 20-point spurt in the third quarter broke open a one-point game and propelled Windsor Locks to its third straight victory, defeating host Enfield 46-26 in NCCC girls basketball action Tuesday night....
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