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Here's When To Expect Heaviest Rainfall From Storm System Moving Through Region Here's When To Expect Heaviest Rainfall From Storm System Moving Through Region
Here's When To Expect Heaviest Rainfall From Storm System Moving Through Region A slow-moving frontal system accompanied by rain and storms will bring as much as 4 inches of rainfall to the region. Most of the precipitation will fall from 2 p.m. on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 5 through Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 6. "Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations," the National Weather Service said in a Hazardous Weather Statement issued Monday morning. "Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas." Rainfall amounts of 2 to 4 inches are expected across much of the area.  Are…

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by Joe Lombardi
Police & Fire
State Police Announce Times, Locations For Labor Day Weekend DUI/Sobriety Checkpoints State Police Announce Times, Locations For Labor Day Weekend DUI/Sobriety Checkpoints
State Police Announce Times, Locations For Labor Day Weekend DUI/Sobriety Checkpoints As drivers gear up for the long Labor Day weekend, Connecticut State Police are increasing patrols to catch drunk, impaired, and reckless drivers. State police said troopers throughout the state will be conducting roving DUI patrols from midnight Friday, Sept. 2, and continuing through Monday night, Sept. 5. Troopers will also conduct two DUI/sobriety checkpoint operations over the weekend, both in New Haven County. On Sunday, Sept. 4, state police will conduct a checkpoint in Meriden on the northbound exit from I-91 and Route 15 to East Main Street from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. the following mor…

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by Michael Mashburn
Weather
Here's When Rain, Storms Will Dampen Parts Of Labor Day Weekend Here's When Rain, Storms Will Dampen Parts Of Labor Day Weekend
Here's When Rain, Storms Will Dampen Parts Of Labor Day Weekend The long Labor Day weekend will start off with bright sunshine, but it won't take long for conditions to dampen. Friday, Sept. 2 will be sunny with a high temperature of around 80 degrees with calm winds, according to the National Weather Service. Saturday, Sept. 3 will be mostly sunny, with a high temperature climbing to a high of 85 degrees after a fall-like feel at times the last couple of days. Sunday, Sept. 4 will start off partly sunny on a warmer day, with a high temperature climbing into the upper 80s.  It will also mark the start of an unsettled weather pattern, with a …

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
September Starts With Sunshine Before Chance For Separate Rounds Of Labor Day Weekend Storms September Starts With Sunshine Before Chance For Separate Rounds Of Labor Day Weekend Storms
September Starts With Sunshine Before Chance For Separate Rounds Of Labor Day Weekend Storms The passage of a cold front has led to a ridge of high pressure that will last into the start of the weekend, before the potential for separate rounds of storms around Labor Day. Temperatures will be in low 80s on Thursday, Sept. 1, but conditions will be comfortable as dewpoints falling into the upper 40s and lower 50s will keep humidity levels down, the National Weather Service said.  Winds out of the northwest will be gusts of around 20 to 25 miles per hour, especially in the afternoon.  Friday, Sept. 2 will be sunny with a high temperature of around 80 degrees with calm winds…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Spotty Storms Will Bring Big Change Heading Into Labor Day Weekend Spotty Storms Will Bring Big Change Heading Into Labor Day Weekend
Spotty Storms Will Bring Big Change Heading Into Labor Day Weekend An approaching cold front accompanied by scattered showers and thunderstorms will lead to a big change in the weather pattern in the days leading up to Labor Day. The system is on track for Tuesday night, Aug. 30. "This potent cold front is set to swing through the Northeast on Tuesday and bring the opportunity for some potentially powerful storms," AccuWeather Meteorologist Mary Gilbert said. After patchy morning fog, Tuesday will be mostly sunny and hot most of the day, with a high temperature again in the upper 80s, according to the National Weather Service. "The unseasonably warm…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Storm System Will Bring Big Change In Weather Pattern Leading Into Labor Day Weekend Storm System Will Bring Big Change In Weather Pattern Leading Into Labor Day Weekend
Storm System Will Bring Big Change In Weather Pattern Leading Into Labor Day Weekend An approaching cold front accompanied by scattered showers and thunderstorms will usher in a big change in the weather pattern in the days leading up to Labor Day. The system is on track for Tuesday night, Aug. 30. "This potent cold front is set to swing through the Northeast on Tuesday and bring the opportunity for some potentially powerful storms," AccuWeather Meteorologist Mary Gilbert said. Conditions will be warm and humid prior to the arrival of the cold front, according to the National Weather Service. The high temperature Monday, Aug. 29 will be in the upper 80s with skies gradual…

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by Joe Lombardi
News
CT Lottery Players May Need To Check Tickets Again After Technical Error On Labor Day CT Lottery Players May Need To Check Tickets Again After Technical Error On Labor Day
CT Lottery Players May Need To Check Tickets Again After Technical Error On Labor Day A technical error on Labor Day may have caused some Connecticut Lottery winning tickets to register as non-winning. The CT Lottery System experienced technical issues on Monday, Sept. 6, which may have caused some tickets not to validate accurately as winning or non-winning, CT Lottery announced on Wednesday, Sept. 8. The organization said the issue occurred between about 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. 🚨🚨 On Monday, Sept 6, the CT Lottery system experienced technical difficulties that resulted in some tickets not validating accurately as winning or non-winning tickets at retailers and in the CT …

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by Nicole Valinote
Lifestyle
COVID-19: True Delta Wave Has Not Yet Hit Northeast, Former FDA Commissioner Says COVID-19: True Delta Wave Has Not Yet Hit Northeast, Former FDA Commissioner Says
Covid-19: True Delta Wave Has Not Yet Hit Northeast, Former FDA Commissioner Says The "true delta wave" has not hit the Northeast yet, and it will arrive sometime after Labor Day weekend, former United States Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb said. Gottlieb said in an interview with CNBC on Friday, Sept. 3, that he thinks the jump in delta variant cases in the Northeast that has since decreased was a warning for another spike in cases that will hit the region. He predicted that gatherings during Labor Day weekend and children returning to school will lead to cases increasing once again. Gottlieb recommended that schools increase the frequency …

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by Nicole Valinote
Weather
Dry Labor Day Will Be Followed By Midweek Thunderstorms With Chance Of Flooding Dry Labor Day Will Be Followed By Midweek Thunderstorms With Chance Of Flooding
Dry Labor Day Will Be Followed By Midweek Thunderstorms With Chance Of Flooding Skies will gradually clear just in time to allow for a sunny afternoon on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 6, but enjoy the seasonable weather while you can. A new round of showers and thunderstorms, some of which are expected to be heavy, will sweep through the region in the middle of the week. The time frame for storm activity is Wednesday, Sept. 8 into Thursday morning, Sept. 9. "A cold front may bring heavy downpours and thunderstorms late Wednesday into early Thursday," the National Weather Service said in a Hazardous Weather Outlook statement issued Monday morning, Sept. 6. "There is a …

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Showers Will Sweep Through Region: Here's Latest Outlook For Rest Of Labor Day Weekend Showers Will Sweep Through Region: Here's Latest Outlook For Rest Of Labor Day Weekend
Showers Will Sweep Through Region: Here's Latest Outlook For Rest Of Labor Day Weekend A days-long stretch free of precipitation after Ida wreaked havoc on the region should come to an end right in the middle of Labor Day weekend. Sunday, Sept. 5, will be cloudy and comfortable throughout the day, followed by a chance of showers after noontime. The daytime high will be in the low 70s. The chance for showers increases Sunday evening and overnight into Labor Day morning on Monday, Sept. 6. "Rainfall from an approaching cold front is not expected to be heavy enough to spark new flooding concerns from later this weekend to early next week, and rivers and streams should be b…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
COVID-19: McDonald's To Close Indoor Seating Areas In Some Parts Of US COVID-19: McDonald's To Close Indoor Seating Areas In Some Parts Of US
Covid-19: McDonald's To Close Indoor Seating Areas In Some Parts Of US McDonald's is preparing to close its indoor seating areas as cases of the delta variant increase across the United States, according to a new report. The fast-food chain had previously announced plans to reopen indoor dining in all of its franchises by Labor Day as long as there wasn't a resurgence of COVID-19, after closing it down in 2020, according to a report from Reuters. The company has now told its locations to close indoor seating areas in places where the virus is spreading quickly.  Reuters reported that McDonald's recommended that restaurants close indoor seating in places …

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by Nicole Valinote
Weather
After Ida: New Chance For Thunderstorms During Labor Day Weekend After Ida: New Chance For Thunderstorms During Labor Day Weekend
After Ida: New Chance For Thunderstorms During Labor Day Weekend The days after Ida have been mercifully dry, but the precipitation-free stretch should come to an end during Labor Day Weekend. But the weekend will start out in an almost fall-like fashion, with clear skies and comfortable temperatures on Saturday, Sept. 4, which will be mostly sunny with high temperatures ranging from the mid to upper 70s. "Following the steam bath weather conditions from August, it should feel refreshing into this weekend," AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Adam Douty said. "People will be able to turn off the air conditioners and open the windows." Clouds will incr…

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by Joe Lombardi
Lifestyle
COVID-19: Unvaccinated Should Not Travel Over Labor Day Weekend, CDC Says COVID-19: Unvaccinated Should Not Travel Over Labor Day Weekend, CDC Says
Covid-19: Unvaccinated Should Not Travel Over Labor Day Weekend, CDC Says The director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is recommending that those who are not vaccinated against COVID-19 avoid traveling over the Labor Day weekend. CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky said during a news briefing that those who are fully vaccinated and wearing masks can travel, although she said they should take risks into consideration due to the rate of transmission in the country.  "If you are unvaccinated, we would recommend not traveling,” Walensky said. Walensky also recommended that Americans take precautions during the weekend, such as gathering …

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by Nicole Valinote
News
COVID-19: FDA Aims To Give Final Approval To Pfizer Vaccine Next Month COVID-19: FDA Aims To Give Final Approval To Pfizer Vaccine Next Month
Covid-19: FDA Aims To Give Final Approval To Pfizer Vaccine Next Month The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is expected to determine whether or not to give full approval of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine as soon as next month. As the Delta variant rapidly rages through the country, causing spikes in new COVID-19 cases, the FDA is reportedly accelerating its timeline to fully approve the Pfizer vaccine, which was the first shot available. Currently, the Pfizer - as well as the Johnson & Johnson and Moderna - vaccines have been given emergency use authorization. Under the current timeline, the FDA hopes to have full approval by Labor Day (Monday, Sept. 6). It…

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by Zak Failla
Business
COVID-19: Netflix To Require Vaccinations On All US Productions COVID-19: Netflix To Require Vaccinations On All US Productions
Covid-19: Netflix To Require Vaccinations On All US Productions Netflix will begin requiring cast and crew members on its sets in the United States to get vaccinated against COVID-19. According to the Hollywood Reporter, a source said the new policy will apply to Zone A, which includes the actors and those who work closely with them. The news outlet said the move was made after return-to-work protocols were updated by the top guilds and studios in the industry to allow producers to implement vaccination mandates in Zone A. The move comes as confirmed cases of the Delta variant have increased across the country, and some states have begun to announce ne…

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by Nicole Valinote
News
CT Sees Gas-Price Rise, But No Shortages After Pipeline Cyberattack CT Sees Gas-Price Rise, But No Shortages After Pipeline Cyberattack
CT Sees Gas-Price Rise, But No Shortages After Pipeline Cyberattack Gas prices in Connecticut continue to increase though there has been no statewide gas shortage following the temporary shutdown of the Colonial Pipeline due to a cyberattack. Statewide, prices at the pump have soared seven cents in the past week, from $2.99 to $3.06 a gallon, though it is still behind the national average, which has topped $3 and hit $3.04 as of Friday, May 14. A month ago, the average price per gallon in Connecticut was at $2.88 and a year ago it was sitting at $1.93. Connecticut wasn’t impacted by the Colonial Pipeline shut down as much as other states along the East C…

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by Zak Failla
News
Gas Prices On Rise After Pipeline Cyberattack Sparking Concerns Of Rise Well Above $3 A Gallon Gas Prices On Rise After Pipeline Cyberattack Sparking Concerns Of Rise Well Above $3 A Gallon
Gas Prices On Rise After Pipeline Cyberattack Sparking Concerns Of Rise Well Above $3 A Gallon With gas prices already on the rise, a major pipeline cyberattack has sparked concerns they could spike well above $3 a gallon. Colonial Pipeline was forced to take four lines offline due to a cyberattack that was reported on Friday, May 7, leaving less fuel for the Eastern seaboard, and causing prices to rise in some places. Earlier story - Largest East Coast Fuel Pipeline Shuts Down Operations After Cyberattack As of Tuesday, May 11, the average price per gallon is $2.98, up six cents over a week and marking the most expensive national average since November 2014, according to AAA, …

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
COVID-19: Alert Issued For Increase In Cases In Stamford COVID-19: Alert Issued For Increase In Cases In Stamford
Covid-19: Alert Issued For Increase In Cases In Stamford Officials in Stamford are alerting residents about a potential spike in COVID-19 cases. The City of Stamford’s Department of Health said it was notified that a COVID-19 early warning wastewater system detected a potential increase in cases of COVID-19 in Stamford. The detection system is operated through a collaborative effort between Yale University and the State Department of Public Health, “COVID-19 is still a public health emergency," Stamford Mayor David Martin said. "It is everyone’s responsibility to protect themselves and reduce the spread of COVID-19. It’s time for residents …

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by Joe Lombardi
News
June ‘Deadliest’ Month For CT Teen Drivers, AAA Warns June ‘Deadliest’ Month For CT Teen Drivers, AAA Warns
June ‘Deadliest’ Month For CT Teen Drivers, AAA Warns As the summer driving season unofficially kicks off, officials with AAA are cautioning Connecticut parents as well as teenagers that distracted driving can be fateful as the “100 Deadliest Days” begin. AAA said that June is the "deadliest" month for teen drivers in Connecticut, with the most cases of crashes in any month between 2015 and 2019, according to the UConn Crash Data Repository.  Nationally, more than 8,300 people died in teen-related summertime crashes between 2008 and 2018, representing more than seven people a day each summer, research from the AAA Foundation for Traf…

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by Zak Failla
Weather
Latest Projected Path For Hurricane Dorian: Storm Strengthens As It Takes Aim On Florida Coast Latest Projected Path For Hurricane Dorian: Storm Strengthens As It Takes Aim On Florida Coast
Latest Projected Path For Hurricane Dorian: Storm Strengthens As It Takes Aim On Florida Coast Hurricane Dorian is strengthening into a major storm that is now taking aim on the East Coast after brushing over the Caribbean Islands, doing limited damage to Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. is expected to intensify and grow in size as it nears Florida's coast, where it is expected to make landfall as a Category 3 hurricane. toward the end of Labor Day Weekend. Dorian is projected to become a major hurricane on Saturday morning, Aug. 31 when it is still over open water in the Atlantic. It is then expected to cross the Bahamas on Sunday, Sept. 1 before making landfall in…

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by Joe Lombardi
News
100 Deadliest Days Campaign Focuses On Dangers Of Distracted Teen Driving 100 Deadliest Days Campaign Focuses On Dangers Of Distracted Teen Driving
100 Deadliest Days Campaign Focuses On Dangers Of Distracted Teen Driving With Memorial Day in the rearview mirror, AAA is cautioning that the holiday kicked off the “100 Deadliest Days” for teen drivers on area roadways. Over the past five years, nearly 3,500 people have been killed in crashes involving teen drivers during the 100 Deadliest Days - the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day - when the number of crash fatalities involving a teen driver historically rise.  According to AAA, from 2013 through 2017, the major factors contributed to teen crashes during the summer includes speeding (28 percent of incidents); drinking and driving (17 percent) or…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Here's How Many Tickets CT State Police Dished Out Over Labor Day Weekend Here's How Many Tickets CT State Police Dished Out Over Labor Day Weekend
Here's How Many Tickets CT State Police Dished Out Over Labor Day Weekend The sheer numbers tell the story.Connecticut State Police troopers didn't get much rest and relaxation over the Labor Day weekend. Troopers dished out a total of nearly 4,000 tickets for everything from speeding to aggressive driving during the crackdown, which ran from Aug. 31 to Sept. 3. Here's a breakdown: 1,314 speeding tickets  2,474 total tickets for other hazardous moving violations (including unsafe lane change, following too closely, cell phone, texting, etc.).  Troopers also arrested 24 people for DUI and investigated 281 accidents with no fatalities. 

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by Kathy Reakes
Weather
Labor Day Scorcher: Advisory Issued As Heat Index Will Hit 100 Degrees Labor Day Scorcher: Advisory Issued As Heat Index Will Hit 100 Degrees
Labor Day Scorcher: Advisory Issued As Heat Index Will Hit 100 Degrees It seems only fitting in light of the out-of-the-ordinary stretch of weather we've seen this year. So get ready for a Labor Day scorcher. Morning clouds will give way to a hot and humid day on Monday with lots of sunshine and the start of a potential heat wave (defined as three or more consecutive days with a high temperature of 90 degrees or more). A Heat Advisory for the entire region goes into effect at noon on Labor Day and lasts through 9 p.m. on Tuesday. Monday's high temperature will be near 90, with the heat index (combination of the temperature and humidity) making it feel like i…

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by Joe Lombardi
Traffic
Crash Causes Lengthy Delays On I-95 Crash Causes Lengthy Delays On I-95
Crash Causes Lengthy Delays On I-95 This story has been updated. The Labor Day weekend started off with a crawl -- on a stretch of I-95 in Fairfield County, at least. A serious crash initially took out the right lane on the southbound side in Darien between Noroton Avenue (Exit 10) and Route 1/Post Road (Exit 9). There was stopped traffic at the scene and stop-and-go delays of about a half-hour to Exit 13 after the incident occurred around 3:30 p.m. There were residual delays after the lane reopened about an hour later.

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by Daily Voice
Police & Fire
Police Announce Labor Day Weekend Detail Sites, Times Police Announce Labor Day Weekend Detail Sites, Times
Police Announce Labor Day Weekend Detail Sites, Times As millions of drivers get ready to hit the road to travel around the country for Labor Day Weekend, law enforcement agencies in Connecticut will be ramping up patrols, targeting distracted or impaired drivers. Connecticut State Police troopers issued an alert this week warning that they can expect heavy traffic on the roadways, and local residents should “exercise caution, allow extra time to reach their destination, don’t text and drive, set GPS destinations prior to traveling and use a hands-free device when talking on your cell phone (or) mobile device while operating a vehicle.” During…

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by Zak Failla
Weather
Extreme Heat Will Be Followed By Storms; What Will Labor Day Weekend Bring? Extreme Heat Will Be Followed By Storms; What Will Labor Day Weekend Bring?
Extreme Heat Will Be Followed By Storms; What Will Labor Day Weekend Bring? The heat is hanging around, but change in the weather pattern is coming in time for Labor Day weekend. Wednesday will be another hazy, hot and humid day with the high temperature in the low-90s and a heat index between 98 and 104 degrees. A Heat Advisory is in effect until 9 p.m. Wednesday. But an approaching cold front accompanied by isolated thunderstorms on Thursday will bring on the change to more comfortable conditions through Labor Day weekend. Thursday will be another hot day, with a high in the upper-80s. The storm chance starts in the afternoon and continues until 3 a.m. Friday. …

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by Joe Lombardi
Lifestyle
Motorists Pay Most Expensive August Pump Prices In Years Motorists Pay Most Expensive August Pump Prices In Years
Motorists Pay Most Expensive August Pump Prices In Years With the demand for gasoline soaring during the dog days of summer, motorists can expect gas prices to peak to the highest price since 2014. With Labor Day fast approaching, statewide gas prices are beginning to peak, with an average price nationwide of $2.87 per gallon, the most expensive prices in four years. Officials said that there will likely be a spike in prices toward the end of the summer. The national average is down one cent from a week ago, and up 53 cents from a year ago. The tri-state area remains one of the more expensive places to pay at the pump, with Connecticut residents…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
Prices At Pump Continue Dropping For CT Motorists Prices At Pump Continue Dropping For CT Motorists
Prices At Pump Continue Dropping For CT Motorists Prices at the pump continue to drop for motorists in Connecticut. After reaching a five-year peak, prices have been slowly, but surely dropping, with Connecticut’s average price per gallon of regular self-serve gas dropping to $3.09, down a few cents from a week ago. Nationally, the average price per gallon has reached $2.84, five cents lower than a week ago and 13 cents from a month ago. A year ago, the average price sat at just $2.26. In Connecticut, AAA’s weekly survey of gas prices found that the average price per gallon in the Nutmeg State’s six regions are: Bridgeport: $3.17 (down …

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by Zak Failla