Obituaries: Loiselle, Paterwic, Poutre
Peter G. Loiselle, 81, of Enfield, entered into eternal peace Friday, Sept. 14, 2012. Michael “Mike” P. Paterwic, of Enfield entered peacefully into eternal life on Sunday evening September 16, 2012....
View ArticleDetails Released on Cause of Somersville Mill Fire
Careless disposal of cigarette butts is apparently what caused a massive fire that destroyed the historic Somersville Mill on June 2, according to the affidavit supporting the arrest warrant for one...
View ArticlePatch's Poll: Should CL&P Add More Linemen?
About 200 CL&P workers rallied at the state Capitol on Monday to protest staffing levels at the utility, which has 1.2 million customers in Connecticut. The linemen said that staffing is down...
View ArticleCampaign Notebook: Dems Use WWE Footage in Ad
Second District Paul Formica (R) has called on Joseph Courtney (D) to debate. On his Facebook page today Formica's campaign manager, John Kleinhans, issued the following statement: "Congressman...
View ArticleWhat's on Tonight: Survivor, Big Bro, X Factor
Survivor: Philippines, 8 p.m., CBSIt’s a good thing Probst has this to fall back on, as his daytime talk show debuted to pretty bad numbers (not as bad as Ricki Lake, but honestly, that isn’t saying...
View ArticleEnfield Students Taking On Rachel's Challenge
Rachel Joy Scott wanted to make a difference in other's lives, and 13 years after her tragic death, the impact she made continues to touch millions of people. Scott was the first person killed in the...
View ArticleYour Guide to Apple-Picking Season
There's nothing quite like taking the family and retreating to a local farm on a fall afternoon. Freshly-pressed cider, a warm cider donut, the carving of a jack-o-lantern all contribute to each...
View ArticleDirectory Spotlight - New China
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 ArticleObituaries: Cuevas, Oliver
Ilianexis "Ily" Cuevas, 50, of Enfield, entered peacefully into eternal rest Monday, September 17, 2012. Lucille J. Oliver, 89, of West Granby, passed away on Monday, September 17, 2012.
View ArticleEnfield Police Blotter: Sept. 17-18
The following public information from the Enfield Police Department is accurate as of September 19, 2012. Items on this list reflect charges filed, not convictions. It is not the policy of Enfield...
View ArticlePatch's Poll: Who Will Get Your Vote, Chris Murphy or Linda McMahon?
A new poll released Wednesday by the University of Connecticut/Hartford Courant shows Democrat Chris Murphy with a lead of 37 percent against Republican Linda McMahon's 33 percent, but the margin of...
View ArticleBradley International Airport Provides Relief For Pooches
Even dogs need a potty break before and after boarding planes, so Bradley International Airport has just upgraded the relief options for Fido.The airport had one area that wasn’t well-known and not...
View ArticleFermi Soccer Knocks Off League Rival Hartford Public
Anthony O'Connell scored just 14 seconds into the second overtime period, which proved to be the game-winner as Fermi defeated previously-unbeaten Hartford Public 2-1 in CCC East high school boys...
View ArticleCampaign Notebook: 30 Percent of Voters Undecided in Senate Race
Second District Joseph Courtney (R) was honored this weekend by the Connecticut State Medical Society, which named him their Congressman of the Year. Fifth District GOP presidential hopeful Mitt...
View ArticleWhat's on Tonight: Prom Queens, Up All Night, at The Office?
Up All Night, 8:30 p.m., NBCI was growing tired of this toward the end of last season, so I am pleased to see they are completely shaking things up: “When Ava's show is canceled, her friendship with...
View ArticleNew Study: Arsenic Found in Rice Products
Many popular rice products contain “worrisome levels” of arsenic, a substance that is a know carcinogen, Consumer Reports has found in a new study. The magazine’s report is prompting consumer groups...
View ArticleDirectory Spotlight - Pulver Precision
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 ArticleObituaries: Comber, Cusanelli
Irving Harold "Cy" Comber, 95, of Enfield, joined his beloved wife Mable in eternal rest on September 17, 2012. Ann B. Cusanelli, 81, of Enfield passed away suddenly Tuesday, September 18, 2012.
View ArticleLETTER: Hip Replacement For a Death Row Inmate Is a Priority?
Connecticut public service workers have made considerable sacrifices to help Connecticut cope with the economic downturn, including multiple years of no raises and other givebacks. So with all the...
View ArticlePatch's Poll: How Much Do You Worry About Food Safety?
A new study by Consumer Reports shows that arsenic is present in many rice products found on grocery store shelves. It follows the magazine's January report finding arsenic in apple and grape juice...
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