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Upcoming Open Houses In Glastonbury
A four-bedroom Colonial at 285 Long Hill Drive in Glastonbury is scheduled for an open house Sunday, Nov. 15, from 1 to 3 p.m., with an asking price of $599,900. The 2,210-square-foot home has a finished lower level…

Increase in targeted Glastonbury car thefts involving people being followed home: Police
Police in Glastonbury, Connecticut, say targeted car thefts have increased, with victims reportedly followed home before their vehicles are stolen. Authorities are warning residents to stay alert and take precautions to…

Glastonbury Police Say Some Residents Have Been Followed Home And Targeted For Vehicle-Related Thefts
Glastonbury police warned residents Friday about an increase in vehicle thefts and thefts from cars, including cases in which suspects allegedly followed people home before targeting their vehicles. Police Chief…
Photos: Ridgefield field hockey vs. Glastonbury
Ridgefield faced Glastonbury in the first round of the CIAC Class L high school field hockey tournament at Glastonbury High School on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Ridgefield’s Kelly Hoyos was pictured taking a penalty corner…
Photos: Ridgefield field hockey blanks Glastonbury in Class L first round
Ridgefield defeated Glastonbury 1-0 in the first round of the CIAC Class L field hockey tournament Wednesday at Glastonbury High School. Kelly Hoyos scored the winning goal, assisted by Eleanor Idone, and Ridgefield…

Glastonbury car thefts more than triple last year’s total, police say
Glastonbury police say 25 cars have been stolen in the Connecticut town so far this year, more than three times last year’s total of seven. Nearly all were unlocked with keys left inside, and most have since been…

Glastonbury Announces Temporary Detour For Pedestrian Bridge Replacement
Glastonbury motorists should expect a temporary detour on House Street Tuesday, November 10, while crews replace a pedestrian bridge over Salmon Brook. The closure will run from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. between Salmon Brook…

5 Things To Know In Glastonbury: License Plate Reader Forum, School Board Vacancy, Final Paving And More
Glastonbury's Town Council will host a special forum this Thursday to discuss the implementation of automated license plate readers, featuring a presentation by the Police Chief. Residents are invited to submit…

They bought a Connecticut farm for their family. Then the Airbnb unexpectedly took off
The Ackermann family, owners of Woolly Acres Farm in Glastonbury, have seen their property gain unexpected fame as an award-winning Airbnb. Originally purchased as a private family home, the farm's guest suite was…
Second Chance Shop celebrates reopening of Glastonbury location
The Second Chance Shop in Glastonbury has officially celebrated the reopening of its local retail location. The store, known for its community-focused mission, welcomed back shoppers to its renovated space. This…

State Paving Work To Pause For The Season At Major Project In Glastonbury
The Connecticut Department of Transportation has announced that paving work for the Route 17 and New London Turnpike Improvements Project in Glastonbury has concluded for the current season. Wednesday marked the final…

Glastonbury Library Parking Work To Close Rear Lot And Entrance
Parking lot improvements at the Welles-Turner Memorial Library in Glastonbury began on November 4 and are expected to last three weeks. During this period, the rear parking lot and entrance will be closed to the public…

Glastonbury Sewer Bills Must Be Paid By Nov. 30 To Avoid Delinquency
The Town of Glastonbury has issued a reminder that sewer use bills must be paid by November 30 to avoid delinquency. Payments made after this date will accrue interest at 1.5% per month. Residents are advised that a…

Glastonbury police warn of scam calls posing as chief
Glastonbury police are warning residents about a series of scam calls where perpetrators are posing as the police chief. Authorities urge the public to remain vigilant and not to provide personal information or money to…

Glastonbury Residents: That's Probably Not The Police Chief Calling
Glastonbury police are warning residents about phone scammers impersonating Police Chief Marshall Porter. The callers use spoofing technology to make the department's official number appear on caller ID. Authorities…
Lauren Parrett wins first State Open title as Glastonbury girls claim 4th crown in 5 years
Lauren Parrett secured her first State Open individual title, leading the Glastonbury girls' cross country team to their fourth championship crown in five years. The victory highlights a dominant performance by the…

Glastonbury Paving Begins On Five Roads; Water Main Work Delays Some Final Surfaces
Glastonbury has initiated its final road paving program for 2026, covering five local streets. However, the town announced that final surfacing for portions of Stonepost, Leigh Gate, and Heather Glen roads will be…

Glastonbury Farmers Can Apply For State Grants Of Up To $49,999
Glastonbury agricultural businesses are eligible to apply for the 2027 Farm Transition Grant program, which offers awards ranging from $500 to $49,999. The state has allocated nearly $750,000 to help producers expand…

Glastonbury Town Facilities To Close For Veterans Day
Glastonbury town facilities, including Town Hall, the library, and waste management services, will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day. Normal operations are scheduled to resume on Thursday…

Glastonbury Newcomers’ & Neighbors’ Club collecting socks for the homeless
The Glastonbury Newcomers’ & Neighbors’ Club is currently organizing a community collection drive to gather socks for individuals experiencing homelessness. This initiative aims to provide essential support to those in…

Glastonbury Water Main Improvements Planned For Hopewell Road Area
The Town of Glastonbury has announced a three-phase water main improvement project for the Hopewell Road area, scheduled to continue through summer 2027. The project, managed by the Metropolitan District Commission…

Glastonbury Gas Prices Run About 6 Cents Above State Average As Prices Keep Falling
Glastonbury gas prices are currently averaging $4.30 per gallon, running about 6 cents above the Connecticut state average of $4.24. Despite the local premium, prices in the area are following the broader downward trend…

Things To Know In Glastonbury: Election Day, House Street Detour, Overnight Bridge Demolition And More
Glastonbury voters head to the polls Tuesday for the state election, with various district polling locations available. Residents should also prepare for traffic disruptions, including nightly Route 17 bridge demolition…
CIAC girls cross country championships: Parrett sets course record to lead Glastonbury to LL title
Glastonbury High School secured the Class LL title at the CIAC girls cross country championships. The victory was anchored by a standout performance from Parrett, who set a new course record to lead her team to the…

Arrest Made In Glastonbury Wintertime Car Burglary Spree
Glastonbury police have arrested 19-year-old Michael Ashlund of Plainville in connection with a series of car burglaries that occurred in town last December. According to an arrest report, Ashlund was taken into custody…