KENT, Conn.—The Selectmen last week approved the plans for a town-wide celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary. A 250 Subcommittee has been working for months to develop the schedule of […]
Monthly Archives: April 2026
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Kent School team top in state for cancer research fundraising effort
KENT, Conn.—Anna James, a fifth-former at Kent School, her roommate, Zoe Karafotas, and their Courage Over Cancer team of nine other students, raised $124,000 this spring for Blood Cancer United. […]
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Annual budget meeting postponed until May 15
Residents will have to wait a little longer for the town’s budget hearing, and a meeting.
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Merryall Center announces May schedule
NEW MILFORD, Conn.—”The Merryall Center feels compelled in this moment to give voice and hope to our society,” says board President Missy Alexander—a sentiment that sets the tone for the […]
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Spotted Lanternfly talk planned at D.M. Hunt Library
FALLS VILLAGE, Conn.—Dr. Gale Ridge, director of the Insect Information Office at the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station and one of the nation’s leading entomologists, will present “The Spotted Lanternfly, Connecticut’s […]
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Firemen’s Ball takes on a Revolutionary theme
KENT, Conn.—Plans for the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding are blossoming with the coming of spring, and the Kent Volunteer Fire Department is joining in the fun. The 115th […]
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Selectmen seek ordinance banning commercial food trucks
The selectmen are seeking counsel for an ordinance banning food trucks.
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Kenise Barnes to open “Closer to the Sun”
She was raised in New York City and has gained distinction a painter whose work is exhibited widely across the United States.
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Sherman Library mounts ‘School Lunch’ art exhibit
“School Lunch” is a visual essay of contemporary student life, created from drawings made on-site in educational settings.
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Historical society offers continued discussion of county in Revolution
Event to explore more of America’s history and ties to Litchfield County.