KENT, Conn.—The Kent Memorial Library has daily programs for kids, teens and families over the Kent Center School’s Spring Break including an interesting program about batteries sponsored by the Kent […]
Monthly Archives: April 2026
Posted inObituaries, Weddings & Births
Frank Galterio, 75, founder of Kent Film Festival
Frank Galterio, 75, of Kent, left us in late March 2026. A deeply artistic and creative soul, Frank was a filmmaker, photographer, writer and musician who brought imagination and joy […]
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PZC okays Planned Development Zone for housing project
The PZC approved a Planned Development District for proposed a housing project.
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On Local News Day, we’re asking: Will you help lead the Kent Dispatch?
We’re looking for a few good people to join The Kent Dispatch board of directors.
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“Dawn of Impressionism” to be shown at library
KENT, Conn.—The Kent Memorial Library will present a screening of the “Dawn of Impressionism, Paris 1874” Thursday, April 23, at 6 p.m. at the library, 10-12 Landmark Lane. Guests are […]
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Organ Donation Program April 18 at Library
KENT, Conn.—The Kent Memorial Library and the Kent Lions Club will host a free informational presentation about organ donation Saturday, April 18, at 11 a.m. A guest speaker will walk participants through […]
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Local news outlets—mice that roar!
Sometimes life directs us in ways that we do not anticipate, and sometimes we find the new direction to be a perfect fit. April 9 is designated as Local News […]
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Merryall launches ‘arts immersion’ program at Kent Center School
KCS students were enthralled with a new arts immersion initiative launched last week .
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Sharon Playhouse unveils new brand
SHARON, Conn.—Sharon Playhouse , a regional nonprofit theater, is refreshing its brand to reflect its roots in both the heritage of the region and its momentum into the future. It […]
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David Gallup, 91, was Kent School Hall of Famer
LAKE LURE, NC—David B. Gallup, 91, who was recently inducted into the Kent School Athletic Hall of Fame, died March 13, 2026, in Lake Lure, N.C. He was born Nov. […]