Lyman Memorial earns fifth straight win, Windham Tech snaps three-game skid

The Lyman Memorial Bulldogs girls' volleyball team continues to dominate opportunities left and right. Facing the New London Whalers looking to secure their fifth straight win against their Eastern Connecticut Conference fellow, on Wednesday, the...

Nathan Hale's Patriotic Sacrifice (22 SEP 1776)

by Michael E. Bigelow, INSCOM Command Historian NATHAN HALE'S PATRIOTIC SACRIFICE On Sep. 22, 1776, the British executed 21-year-old Nathan Hale as a spy in New York City. Although Hale’s mission failed and ended in his death, he serves as an...

“We just wanted someone to pay attention. We didn’t care why”: How Interpol sparked a fire in 2000s indie with the thrilling mania of Obstacle 1

Slathered in respect by all corners of the musical spectrum, Interpol have been delivering their brand of darkly-hued, and masterfully crafted, indie rock since their critically revered 2002 debut, Turn On the Bright Lights brought them to global...

Appeals court keeps New York’s gun restrictions in place, including Times Square and subway ban

NEW YORK (AP) — No guns for Elmo, Spider-Man or anyone else in New York’s Times Square — and don’t… NEW YORK (AP) — No guns for Elmo, Spider-Man or anyone else in New York’s Times Square — and don’t try sneaking them into the subway, either. That...

Appeals court keeps New York’s gun restrictions in place, including Times Square and subway ban

NEW YORK — (AP) — No guns for Elmo, Spider-Man or anyone else in New York’s Times Square — and don’t try sneaking them into the subway, either. That is the decision Friday from a federal appeals court effectively upholding a New York state law...

David Alfred Kallander, 96

Of Norway, Maine (formerly of Harrison, ME and Duxbury, MA), died peacefully on Sunday, August 31, 2025. The oldest of five children, David was born on March 14, 1929, in Framingham, MA, to Ernest and Anna Kallander. His early childhood was spent...

Check out the best places in and near New York to catch picture-perfect fall foliage as leaves hit their peak

Fall is nearly here — it officially kicks off at 2:19 p.m. ET on Monday, Sept. 22 — and New York is getting ready to paint the town red, orange and gold. Whether you’re headed up the Hudson, cozying up in a Catskills cabin or simply strolling in...

Michael J. Bellew, 72

Michael J. Bellew, 72, died peacefully on Sept. 12, 2025 after an accidental fall at his home in Chicago, Illinois. His brother, Brian, and his sister, Patricia, were at his side until his final breath. Michael was born on January 21, 1953 to...

Looking Forward The 10 most Jewish things to happen to me in 10 years at the Forward By Talya Zax 6 min read

10 years of office selfies, outfit pics in the bathroom mirror, and the best colleagues a girl could ask for. Courtesy of Talya Zax By Talya Zax September 19, 2025 The decade since I started at the Forward, as an intern on the culture desk in...

Track Wolves, Dive Shipwrecks, Hunt for Truffles: 52 Epic Adventures in Every State

This story is part of Afar’s America 250 coverage, which includes articles, podcasts, and social media storytelling. Epic trips come in all shapes and sizes—you don’t need to summit the tallest mountain or hike the deepest canyon to find travel...

NUWC Division Newport’s Academic Degree Training Program honors 42 graduates

NEWPORT, R.I. – The Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport celebrated the accomplishments of 42 students graduating from the Academic Degree Training Program after receiving degrees in mechanical engineering, systems engineering,...

What is Lyme disease and what happened to Bella Hadid?

Model Bella Hadid revealed she’s battling Lyme disease, a tick-borne illness that has also affected her brother Anwar and mother Yolanda. Her disclosure has reignited interest in a condition that seems to strike a surprising number of celebrities....

Bristol’s Cora Harris is enjoying the ride with competitive mountain bike racing

BRISTOL — While many of her friends and fellow students are enjoying soccer, volleyball, and other school sports and activities this fall, Cora Harris is busy riding her bike. This isn’t just a casual stroll through the neighborhood, however....

UConn football looks to hit reset button with complete team effort vs. Ball State: What to know

A major turning point in Jim Mora’s first year as UConn’s head football coach came in Muncie, Ind., when the Huskies blew a 21-10 halftime lead at Ball State and saw their first two-game winning streak since 2017 snapped. At the time, the team’s...

Best fall foliage spots in and around Ithaca and Cortland

(607NewsNow) — Want to get outside and enjoy the fall season this year? Here’s a list of top places to catch peak autumn color around Ithaca and Cortland, with scenic hikes, overlooks, and relaxing drives. Ithaca Area Highlights Taughannock Falls...

Clifford Edward Donley

Cliff passed away on May 10, 2025. He was born in Pueblo, Colorado, the youngest of 4. At the age of 15, his family moved to California, where he attended Burlingame High School. When a Senior he met his future wife to be, Pat, who attended San...

The Weekly Wrap: EPA Wants To Get Rid of Emissions Reporting for Industrial Polluters

DOT cuts funds for projects that don’t promote cars, California moves to pass SB 79, and more. This is your first of three free stories this month. Become a free or sustaining member to read unlimited articles, webinars and ebooks. Become A Member...

Political Newcomer Seeks Wooster Square Alder Seat

Laura Glesby Photo Amanda Martinelli: "Community building is where it’s at.” Amanda Martinelli envisions a more affordable, closer-knit community in Wooster Square and the Mill River district. She hopes to enact that vision as the alder of Ward 8....

What it’s like flying Aer Lingus' Airbus A321XLR to Ireland

The newest aircraft in the Aer Lingus fleet is the Airbus A321XLR. Designed for long, thin routes like those across the Atlantic (the "XLR" stands for "Extra Long Range"), the single-aisle jet promises the range of some wide-body aircraft with...

"Will forever be that b***h": Saniya Rivers breaks all shackles in bold post after successful WNBA rookie season

Connecticut Sun rookie Saniya Rivers is coming off a successful individual rookie season. On Instagram on Monday, she broke all shackles in a bold post on her Instagram Story. “Will forever be that b***h,” Rivers wrote on her Instagram Story...