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Make-A-Wish Connecticut's Sunflowers for Wishes fundraiser starts in Griswold
GRISWOLD, Conn. (WTNH) — Make-A-Wish Connecticut celebrated its 39th birthday Friday, the day before the 22nd annual Sunflowers for Wishes fundraiser begins at Buttonwood Farm in Griswold. New Haven kicks off new park clean-up initiative Sunflowers for Wishes, which has raised over $2 million for children with critical illnesses over 22 years, runs from 10 a.m. to dusk July 19-27. Make-A-Wish said in a statement that is the equivalent of 200 wishes granted. Buttonwood Farm, located at 473 Shetucket Turnpike, expects more than 300,000 sunflowers to bloom over the 14 acres of farmland this year, and will be available for purchase while supplies last. It costs $3 per person to enter the cutting field, and another $3 for each flower cut. All proceeds go to Make-A-Wish Connecticut. Sunflowers for Wishes is the only time of the year sunflowers are available for purchase at Buttonwood Farm. The farm also features over 50 flavors of homemade ice cream, which will include a sunflower flavor during the festival. In a celebration Friday, Make-A-Wish kids Selena and Chloe each wished to visit Disney, which Chloe called the 'biggest playground. Charlie wished to travel to London and meet actress Emma Watson. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
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Largest gathering of fife and drum groups in the world returns to Connecticut
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — A historical event that some call 'the colonial Woodstock' is returning to Connecticut this weekend. Boat runs aground in Connecticut River, 25 people rescued The Deep River Ancient Muster is the oldest and largest gathering of fife and drum groups in the world. Ancient Muster Committee Member and Historian Mark Logsdon spoke with News 8 about the history of the event, what a 'muster' is and what to expect from this weekend's event. Watch the full video in the player above. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
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Connecticut leaders address use of controversial chemical diquat against hydrilla
DEEP RIVER, Conn. (WTNH) — Connecticut leaders are addressing concerns about the use of the controversial chemical diquat to combat hydrilla. Diquat dibromide is approved by the US Environmental Protection Agency for aquatic use, but is currently banned in the European Union. Conversation has stirred online — including stemming from a petition with close to 20,000 signatures — pointing to concerns over the chemical's use in state waterways. Known as a severe irritant, some studies have shown it could also pose harm to aquatic life. 'The evidence to date shows that any negative effects on aquatic life are short term and reversible. The impacts of hydrilla are not,' Alicea Charamut of the Rivers Alliance of Connecticut said Friday. Through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, plans are in place to treat waterways via sub-surface injection into limited ponds, coves and marinas state-wide. If left unchecked, experts say the overgrowth of hydrilla could lead to depleted oxygen levels in waterways, affecting local wildlife and fauna. 'Hydrilla is really the greater evil,' Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Mason Trumble said, 'It can spread really quickly.' State leaders say the decision to use the herbicide was not made lightly. Greg Bugbee of the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, who worked closely with the Army Corps of Engineers, explained Friday that multiple test sites, public hearings and workshops over the span of three years were brought into consideration. 'They wanted to test all options that they knew could possibly work,' Bugbee said. According to a public notice sent by the Army Corps of Engineers, treatment will be happening at these locations: Chester Creek in Chester Deep River in Deep River Hamburg Cove in Lyme Joshua Creek in Lyme Mattabesset River in Middletown Parker's Point in Chester an expanded Portland Boat Works in Portland Post and Pratt Coves in Deep River Salmon River in East Haddam Selden Creek in Lyme Lake Pocotopaug in East Hampton Pameacha Pond in Middletown Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
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Man found slumped behind wheel of vehicle charged with DUI in South Windsor
SOUTH WINDSOR, Conn. (WTNH) — A man who was found slumped behind the wheel of a vehicle is facing charges after allegedly failing a sobriety test in South Windsor, police said. Jeremy Richard, 42, of South Windsor, was charged with operating under the influence, use of drug paraphernalia, possession of a controlled substance and illegal possession of a weapon in a motor vehicle. Norwalk man charged in alleged sexual assault of child The man was found on the wrong side of the road around 6:46 p.m. in the area of Abbe Road and Garnet Lane. Police said they suspected he was under the influence, and he agreed to a sobriety test but failed. When authorities searched the vehicle, they found yielded wax folds, cut straws, and a sledgehammer under the front passenger seat, police said. Richard was processed and held on a $25,000 surety bond and appeared in ManchesterSuperior Court on Wednesday. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
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Connecticut leaders announce increased funding for Community Health Centers
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Connecticut leaders, including Gov. Ned Lamont (D), held a news conference Wednesday morning to announce an increase in financial support for Connecticut's Community Health Centers. Gunshot victim walks into New Haven hospital, police investigating The nonprofit, community-based facilities provide primary and preventative care to everyone, regardless of income or insurance status. Gov. Lamont said that service is crucial right now. 'I think it represents the very best in health care in our country,' Gov. Lamont said. 'Something we ought to try to replicate.' The state's Community Health Centers serve approximately 440,000 people each year. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
