KENT, Conn.—The selectmen will look at a draft ordinance banning wake surfing on Lake Waramaug when they convene for their regular monthly meeting, Wednesday, June 4. The three towns surrounding […]
Monthly Archives: May 2025
Posted inOpinions
What do we do when the view from the porch includes a bear?
Barely does a day go by when I don’t hear someone tell me about their experience with black bears. No wonder, as the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection […]
Posted inLocal
Volunteers aid volunteers to make annual ball a success
KENT, Conn.—A sit-down roast beef dinner and an evening of dancing for 300 people? No problem for the Kent volunteer Fire Department—that is, as long as the members have a […]
Posted inFeatured
‘Community’ reigns supreme at KLT picnic
KENT, Conn.—Attendance at Monday’s Kent Land Trust community picnic soared this year as sunny skies kissed the hills and valleys for the first time in weeks. “People are out,” said […]
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Kent pays homage to those who served
KENT, Conn.—A cold and gloomy May released its grip on Northwest Connecticut Monday, providing a picture-perfect day on which to commemoriate the heroism and sacrifices of the nation’s veterans. Townspeople […]
Posted inTheater
Merryall announces Pride programs
NEW MILFORD, Conn.—Merryall Center has announced two performances for Pride 2025, including “It Goes Without Saying” by Bill Powers on June 7 and “An Evening with Lisa Stephen Friday” on June 14. […]
Posted inSchools
Malinowski awarded President’s Citation by Central Connecticut
KENT, Conn.—Madelyn Malinowski, a business management graduate of Central Connecticut State University, was recently awarded the President’s Citation Award, which is presented annually to outstanding seniors nominated by faculty and staff. Recipients […]
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Library’s gift card raffle to support shopping locally
KENT, Conn.—For decades the Kent Memorial Library has raffled off a classic car each summer as a major fundraiser. This year, expecting construction to start on its expansion, the library […]
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EMR, EMT courses offered by KVFD
KENT, Conn.—The Kent Volunteer Fire Department is offering residents an opportunity to learn critical EMR and EMT skills in town rather than traveling to a distant location. The KVFD and […]
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Chase plans ‘FUNdraiser’ to benefit Kent Dispatch
KENT, Conn.—Eighty years is a mighty milestone and Karen Chase plans to spend her 80th birthday benefitting a cause she holds dear—freedom of the press. Chase, who spearheaded the rebirth […]