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This Connecticut Home Predates America By Nearly 100 Years; Now It's For Sale For $12 Million This Connecticut Home Predates America By Nearly 100 Years; Now It's For Sale For $12 Million
This Connecticut Home Predates America By Nearly 100 Years; Now It's For Sale For $12 Million A Connecticut home built nearly 100 years before the United States was founded has hit the market, giving one buyer the chance to own a piece of American history. But some local historians worry about what could happen to the property in the future.  Bushnell Farm, home to the Elisha Bushnell House in Old Saybrook, was listed last month for $12 million. The 20.21-acre property includes a home built in 1678, making it one of Connecticut's oldest surviving colonial homes. It was built less than 75 years after English settlers established Connecticut's first colonies. Related: Click Here…

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See Inside The $23M 'Great Gatsby' Style Massachusetts Mansion Where Judy Garland Partied See Inside The $23M 'Great Gatsby' Style Massachusetts Mansion Where Judy Garland Partied
See Inside The $23M 'Great Gatsby' Style Massachusetts Mansion Where Judy Garland Partied A Massachusetts mansion built during America's Gilded Age that once belonged to a Hall of Fame tennis player and hosted celebrities like Judy Garland is back on the market with a nearly $23 million asking price. Rock Edge is a 28,000-square-foot Georgian Revival estate that sits on three acres and overlooks Beverly's Gold Coast with its own private beach. The "Great Gatsby"-style estate reflects East Coast aristocracy and early 20th-century opulence. The Beverly mansion was built in 1904.  Zillow According to Boston Magazine, the home at 34 Paine Ave. was built in 1904 for Marion A…

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Missing Election Petitions Trigger Police Probe In CT Town As State Agencies Step In Missing Election Petitions Trigger Police Probe In CT Town As State Agencies Step In
Missing Election Petitions Trigger Police Probe In CT Town As State Agencies Step In A police investigation is underway in a Connecticut town after petition sheets submitted by a candidate seeking ballot access reportedly went missing. Hamden Mayor Adam Sendroff announced Tuesday, June 16, that town officials have asked multiple state agencies to investigate the matter. According to the mayor's office, a deputy registrar of voters notified Sendroff on Sunday that petition sheets submitted by at least one candidate could not be located. The missing documents prompted the town to refer the case to the Connecticut Secretary of the State's Office, the State Elections Enforceme…

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Why Connecticut, Massachusetts, Several Others Are Skipping Trump's Great American State Fair Why Connecticut, Massachusetts, Several Others Are Skipping Trump's Great American State Fair
Why Connecticut, Massachusetts, Several Others Are Skipping Trump's Great American State Fair Connecticut and Massachusetts are among at least eight states that will not participate in the Great American State Fair, a centerpiece event in President Donald Trump's celebrations of America's 250th anniversary. The fair is scheduled to run from June 25 through July 10 on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., with organizers originally envisioning participation from all 50 states and U.S. territories. Instead, Connecticut, Illinois, Maine, Massachusetts, North Carolina, Oregon, and Washington have opted out, according to Yahoo News.  Rhode Island announced on Monday, June 15, …

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High School Lacrosse Team Forced To Forfeit Playoff Game Over Fake Cigars In Graduation Photo High School Lacrosse Team Forced To Forfeit Playoff Game Over Fake Cigars In Graduation Photo
High School Lacrosse Team Forced To Forfeit Playoff Game Over Fake Cigars In Graduation Photo A Massachusetts boys lacrosse team saw its championship hopes end over graduation photo props. The Ipswich High School Tigers were one win away from reaching the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association Division 4 state championship game when the school was forced to forfeit a semifinal matchup scheduled for Tuesday night, June 10. In a statement, school officials said the team did not have enough eligible players to compete. Multiple players were not allowed to participate after sharing a photo showing them with what appeared to be cigars in their mouths. MIAA rules prohibit stud…

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Pepper Spray Used In CT Middle School, 4 Students Treated Pepper Spray Used In CT Middle School, 4 Students Treated
Pepper Spray Used In CT Middle School, 4 Students Treated A Connecticut middle school briefly entered a shelter-in-place protocol after a student displayed pepper spray in a hallway, causing minor irritation to four students and prompting a police investigation. The incident happened at Pulaski Middle School in New Britain on Tuesday afternoon. School officials entered the shelter-in-place protocol as a precaution while staff cleared the affected hallway and handled the situation. The school nurse evaluated four students for minor irritation. School officials contacted each student's family. No other injuries were reported. “The State of Connecti…

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Jensen Ackles Shares Life Lessons With CT Grads: 'Find Those People, Be Those People' Jensen Ackles Shares Life Lessons With CT Grads: 'Find Those People, Be Those People'
Jensen Ackles Shares Life Lessons With CT Grads: 'Find Those People, Be Those People' "The Boys" star Jensen Ackles built his commencement speech around a simple message for Connecticut graduates: the people who help you through life's toughest moments matter most. Ackles, who lives in Southport, gave the commencement speech to Greens Farms Academy's graduating high school class last week. The 48-year-old actor wove humor, career lessons, and personal reflection into a speech that encouraged the Westport students to value the relationships that carry them through setbacks and self-doubt. View this post on Instagram Ackles …

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UConn Sophomore Lily Michelfelder Dies Of Medical Emergency At 19: Officials UConn Sophomore Lily Michelfelder Dies Of Medical Emergency At 19: Officials
UConn Sophomore Lily Michelfelder Dies Of Medical Emergency At 19: Officials A college student from Pennsylvania died unexpectedly in Connecticut, leaving her family, friends, and university community in mourning. Lily Jean Michelfelder, 19, of Quakertown, passed away in the emergency department at Windham Hospital in Willimantic, Connecticut, on Saturday, April 25, according to her obituary. Michelfelder was a sophomore at the University of Connecticut, where she was pursuing a degree in dietetics. She had enrolled in Fall 2024 and was studying Nutritional Sciences and Nutrition for Exercise and Sport, according to the university. A graduate of Quakertown High Sch…

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CT Teacher, Wrestling Coach Placed On Leave After Arrest On Child Injury, Assault Charges CT Teacher, Wrestling Coach Placed On Leave After Arrest On Child Injury, Assault Charges
CT Teacher, Wrestling Coach Placed On Leave After Arrest On Child Injury, Assault Charges A teacher and wrestling coach at Norwich Free Academy has been placed on administrative leave following serious criminal charges, school officials said. Steve Nelson, a math teacher and head wrestling coach at NFA, was arrested on April 16, according to police and the state’s judicial website. He is charged with risk of injury to a child and third-degree assault. The alleged incident happened on Dec. 30.  The school and police would not provide details on what allegedly happened as the warrant is sealed.  School officials acted quickly after learning of the allegations. NFA notif…

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‘This Loss Will Be Felt Deeply’: CT School Mourns Death Of 15-Year-Old Student ‘This Loss Will Be Felt Deeply’: CT School Mourns Death Of 15-Year-Old Student
‘This Loss Will Be Felt Deeply’: CT School Mourns Death Of 15-Year-Old Student A Connecticut community is in mourning after the death of a 15-year-old New Britain student The Consolidated School District of New Britain confirmed on Monday, April 27, that Melvin Osiel Duarte Garcia has died.  “Melvin was a bright and strong-willed young man whose sense of humor brought joy to those around him. He treated others with respect and left a lasting impression on both students and staff, who cared for him deeply. He will be remembered for the impact that he had on our school community,” said interim principal of Catalyst Academy, Donnah Swaby, in a Facebook post.&nb…

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Quinnipiac Axes Championship Women’s Rugby Team, Players Launch Fight To Save It Quinnipiac Axes Championship Women’s Rugby Team, Players Launch Fight To Save It
Quinnipiac Axes Championship Women’s Rugby Team, Players Launch Fight To Save It A Connecticut college that produced the face of American women’s rugby has announced it is demoting the team from Division I to club status, leaving players’ futures in limbo, but they aren’t giving up. Earlier this month, Quinnipiac University in Hamden said it was reclassifying women’s rugby to free up funding for men’s indoor and outdoor distance running programs. The school said the rugby players can retain their scholarships to finish their undergraduate degrees, but the team will no longer compete as a varsity program. Olympian Ilona Maher, a Quinnipiac alumna who won a bronze medal i…

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$75M Estate Built For American Publishing Family Is Most Expensive CT Home On Market $75M Estate Built For American Publishing Family Is Most Expensive CT Home On Market
$75M Estate Built For American Publishing Family Is Most Expensive CT Home On Market A massive estate stretching across two states is turning heads with its size, history, and price. The Stamford property known as Hillandale, which spans more than 268 acres in Connecticut and Pound Ridge, New York, recently went back on the market for an eye-watering $75 million. It's the most expensive home on the market in Connecticut, according to Zillow.  The Hillandale estate in Stamford stretches across 268 acres in Connecticut and Pound Ridge, New York. Zillow Once owned by the Sulzberger family, who've controlled The New York Times for more than 100 years, the estate of…

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Connecticut Ex-PTO President Arrested, Accused of Stealing Group's Funds Connecticut Ex-PTO President Arrested, Accused of Stealing Group's Funds
Connecticut Ex-pto President Arrested, Accused of Stealing Group's Funds A former parent-teacher organization president at a Connecticut elementary school is accused of stealing money from the group to use for personal expenses, authorities said. Avery Fusick, 33, of New Britain, the former PTO president for Maple Street School in Vernon, was arrested Tuesday, April 7, and charged with third-degree larceny, Vernon police announced Wednesday. Administrators at Maple Street School contacted police in November after they learned of unpaid balances from previous book fairs. Investigators reviewed the group's ledger and found multiple transactions that appear unrelat…

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Gun Found In Student’s Backpack Triggers Lockdown At Middletown High School Gun Found In Student’s Backpack Triggers Lockdown At Middletown High School
Gun Found In Student’s Backpack Triggers Lockdown At Middletown High School Authorities briefly locked down a high school in Connecticut after police found an unloaded gun in a student’s backpack. Police responded to Middletown High School at about 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 8, after receiving reports of a possible weapon on campus, authorities said. Administrators had already issued a shelter-in-place order. Middletown police searched and found the firearm inside an unnamed student’s backpack. No one was injured, and classes resumed shortly after the investigation, authorities said. It’s unclear why the student brought the gun to school, but Middletown police said …

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'All Class': UConn’s Postgame Gesture Goes Viral After NCAA Title Loss To Michigan 'All Class': UConn’s Postgame Gesture Goes Viral After NCAA Title Loss To Michigan
'All Class': UConn’s Postgame Gesture Goes Viral After NCAA Title Loss To Michigan Michigan cut down the nets after winning one of the toughest NCAA national championship games in recent memory, but the University of Connecticut Huskies' quiet moment of respect delivered a moral victory. The Wolverines beat UConn 69-63 in the NCAA national title game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Monday, April 7. The game was tight from start to finish. The win gave Michigan its first title since 1989. It also stopped the Huskies from winning a third title in four years. But despite the heartbreaking loss, UConn did not walk off the court to sulk in the locker room or heal …

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WATCH: CT Native Dan Orlovsky reaks Down During Emotional Moment With Son For Autism Tribute WATCH: CT Native Dan Orlovsky reaks Down During Emotional Moment With Son For Autism Tribute
Watch: CT Native Dan Orlovsky reaks Down During Emotional Moment With Son For Autism Tribute ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky fought back tears on national television as his teenage son took center stage in a deeply personal moment that struck a chord with viewers. The Bridgeport native and former UConn Huskie quarterback appeared on ESPN’s “NFL Live” on Thursday, April 2, alongside his 14-year-old autistic son, Madden, during a segment honoring World Autism Awareness Day. The show highlighted Madden’s drawings and his love for the Philadelphia Eagles. The teen sang “Fly Eagles Fly,” creating an emotional moment in the studio. Orlovsky, 42, struggled to contain his reaction. “Good jo…

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Antisemitic Social Media Posts Mar CT High School Hockey Championship Antisemitic Social Media Posts Mar CT High School Hockey Championship
Antisemitic Social Media Posts Mar CT High School Hockey Championship A heated high school hockey rivalry in Connecticut crossed a line that has upset two communities and sparked a national debate.  Students at Fairfield College Preparatory School were disciplined after antisemitic posts targeted players from New Canaan High School following a state championship game, according to a New York Times report. The March 23 game took place at Quinnipiac University in Hamden, where New Canaan won 3-1. In the days around the matchup, social media posts linked to Fairfield Prep fans used hateful language, including “Jew Canaan,” and targeted specific players, acc…

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Connecticut's Best Places To Live Ranked For 2026: Did Your Town Make It? Connecticut's Best Places To Live Ranked For 2026: Did Your Town Make It?
Connecticut's Best Places To Live Ranked For 2026: Did Your Town Make It? An annual ranking of Connecticut cities and towns was recently released, providing a fresh look at where residents are happiest and which communities continue to stand out. Niche released its 2026 list of the best places to live in the state, based on factors like schools, safety, cost of living, and amenities. Connecticut scored high for its strong schools and low crime rates. The state also fell below the national average for both violent and property crime, according to the Niche report. However, that quality comes at a cost. The median income is nearly $100,000, meaning housing prices a…

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Channel 3 Shake-Up: Roger Susanin Leaves Weekend Anchor Desk For New Weekday Role Channel 3 Shake-Up: Roger Susanin Leaves Weekend Anchor Desk For New Weekday Role
Channel 3 Shake-Up: Roger Susanin Leaves Weekend Anchor Desk For New Weekday Role A familiar face on weekend mornings is stepping into a new spotlight. Roger Susanin is moving from his weekend anchor role to a weekday position with WFSB Channel 3 Eyewitness News. The shift marks a major change for viewers who have come to know him as part of their weekend routine. Susanin shared the news on Facebook, confirming he will now anchor shows from Monday through Friday. His final weekend morning broadcast aired on Sunday, March 29.  “I’ll share those details soon, but today I just want to thank all of my great Weekend AM teammates!” Susanin said, posing with several of th…

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Head Butt Or Butt Hurt? UConn's Hurley Puts To Rest Ref Interaction At End Of Wild Win Head Butt Or Butt Hurt? UConn's Hurley Puts To Rest Ref Interaction At End Of Wild Win
Head Butt Or Butt Hurt? UConn's Hurley Puts To Rest Ref Interaction At End Of Wild Win UConn's upset win over Duke in the Elite Eight may go down as one of the greatest comeback victories in March Madness history. But what many fans missed after Braylon Mullins’ from-the-logo three-pointer to put the Huskies ahead was a brief interaction between Huskies head coach Dan Hurley and a referee. Hurley appeared to make contact with referee Roger Ayers just after the shot. The clip spread fast. Many Duke fans called for a technical foul, which would have given the Blue Devils a free throw with less than a second left on the clock. pic.twitter.com/kMA7lvN1av — SendDaVideo (@SendDa…

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3 Connecticut Restaurant Standouts Named James Beard Finalists 3 Connecticut Restaurant Standouts Named James Beard Finalists
3 Connecticut Restaurant Standouts Named James Beard Finalists Two Connecticut chefs and one restaurant are now in the national spotlight after earning finalist spots for the 2026 James Beard Awards. The honors were announced Tuesday morning. The awards ceremony is set for June 15 in Chicago. For local readers, this is a major win. It puts Connecticut’s food scene up against the best in the country. David Standridge of The Shipwright's Daughter in Mystic is a finalist for Outstanding Chef. This category recognizes top chefs nationwide. In Bantam, David DiStasi of Materia Ristorante is a finalist for Best Chef of the Northeast. That region includes…

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Built Before America, Historic Ivoryton Home Hits Market For $800K Built Before America, Historic Ivoryton Home Hits Market For $800K
Built Before America, Historic Ivoryton Home Hits Market For $800K A home dating back to the 18th century is drawing attention in Ivoryton, where history still stands strong. Property records trace the house to 1754. It was later renovated and expanded by the Bull family. Colonial-era captain Edward Bull bought the home from the Parker family. It remained in his family until 1942, according to Houses of Essex. Zillow The home carries a rare distinction. A National Register of Historic Places Registration Form states it is the oldest house still standing in the village of Ivoryton in Essex. The 2,456-square-foot colonial blends history with comfort. The …

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WNBA's Connecticut Sun Sold For $300M, Moving To Houston After 23 Years WNBA's Connecticut Sun Sold For $300M, Moving To Houston After 23 Years
WNBA's Connecticut Sun Sold For $300M, Moving To Houston After 23 Years A major chapter in Connecticut sports is coming to an end. The Connecticut Sun will be sold and relocated to Houston, closing a 23-year run in Uncasville that made the team a fixture in the region. The team confirmed Monday that it has reached an agreement to sell to Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta. The franchise is expected to move in 2027, pending approval from the WNBA Board of Governors. The deal is reportedly worth $300 million, according to multiple reports. That would make it the highest sale price in WNBA history. Related: Bridgeport Islanders Leaving Connecticut For Canad…

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Bridgeport Islanders Are Leaving CT For Canada; Arena Announces 'New Chapter' Bridgeport Islanders Are Leaving CT For Canada; Arena Announces 'New Chapter'
Bridgeport Islanders Are Leaving CT For Canada; Arena Announces 'New Chapter' The Bridgeport Islanders are on the move after more than two decades in Connecticut, city officials confirmed.  The move will take place at the end of the team’s 25th season this spring, the City of Bridgeport announced Thursday, March 19.  “We thank the New York Islanders and Oak View Group for bringing sports fans and concert goers to Bridgeport for more than two decades. Bridgeport has earned the reputation as the ‘Arts and Entertainment Capital of Connecticut,’ and the Arena has been a major part of that story,” Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim said. “I am committed to working with …

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'Appeeling' For Help: UConn Bananas Raise Money To Cheer On Huskies In Tourney 'Appeeling' For Help: UConn Bananas Raise Money To Cheer On Huskies In Tourney
'Appeeling' For Help: UConn Bananas Raise Money To Cheer On Huskies In Tourney If you've ever watched a UConn basketball game, you've seen the Bananas. The group is a growing troupe of about 15 students who have appeared at nearly every Huskies game dressed in oversized banana costumes. Now, as the men prepare for a run at the BIG EAST Conference Championship, the Bananas are traveling to New York to cheer them on, something that's difficult on a college student's budget. So, they've created a GoFundMe campaign to help cover the costs of the trip and hotel rooms. The group says it also hopes to attend NCAA Tournament games. "What started off as a Halloween costume ha…

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Mold Found In 2 Rooms At CT School, Officials Say Building ‘Fit For Occupancy’ Mold Found In 2 Rooms At CT School, Officials Say Building ‘Fit For Occupancy’
Mold Found In 2 Rooms At CT School, Officials Say Building ‘Fit For Occupancy’ Classes will continue at a Connecticut school after air quality tests uncovered mold in two rooms, officials said, but students and teachers will be barred from entering those rooms until crews can clean them. Administrators at Quaker Farms School in Oxford alerted parents to the problem last week. An air quality survey found the building was "fit for occupancy," Board of Education Chairman Mike Koosa and Superintendent Ralph Marino Jr. said in a letter dated Friday, Feb. 27. Only the computer lab and Room 320 at the Great Oak Road school were not fit for students or teachers to enter. (Clic…

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Step Aside, California: Connecticut Campground Named Most Unique In North America Step Aside, California: Connecticut Campground Named Most Unique In North America
Step Aside, California: Connecticut Campground Named Most Unique In North America Connecticut takes camping seriously. So, it's no surprise that the Constitution State boasts the most unique campgrounds in North America, according to a new ranking.  Brialee Family Campground in Ashford earned the No. 1 spot on Campspot’s list of the “Top Unique Campgrounds in 2026.” Campspot released its 2026 Campspot Awards, recognizing top parks across the nation after an “extensive review of over 3 million data points,” according to its website. The annual awards consider guest ratings, reservation data, and park features. The goal is to spotlight campgrounds that stand out natio…

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Yale Taps Familiar Face As New Football Coach After Tony Reno Steps Down Yale Taps Familiar Face As New Football Coach After Tony Reno Steps Down
Yale Taps Familiar Face As New Football Coach After Tony Reno Steps Down The new leader of Yale football is no stranger to the sidelines in New Haven. Kevin Cahill, who worked for a decade at the Ivy League university, was named the 35th head coach in program history. Yale announced the move on Monday, Feb. 23, after Tony Reno stepped down for health reasons. "It is an honor to return to Yale Football," he said during a press conference announcing his hire. "This legendary program has a proud history built on academic excellence, sportsmanship, and competitive success, and I look forward to working every day to build upon that foundation," ... My family and I ar…

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CT School District Halts Picture Day Amid Epstein Rumors As Parents Push Back Nationwide CT School District Halts Picture Day Amid Epstein Rumors As Parents Push Back Nationwide
CT School District Halts Picture Day Amid Epstein Rumors As Parents Push Back Nationwide A Connecticut school district has postponed school picture day amid claims tying its photography vendor to convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.  Danbury Public Schools Superintendent Kara Casimiro told parents in an email last week that the district would pause school picture day out of an “abundance of caution.” Social media posts allege that Lifetouch, which photographs millions of students a year across the United States, has ties to the late disgraced financier.  “At this time, there is no verified evidence from law enforcement agencies or credible news organizations …

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CT’s Mac Forehand Wins Historic Olympic Silver In Big Air Showstopper CT’s Mac Forehand Wins Historic Olympic Silver In Big Air Showstopper
CT’s Mac Forehand Wins Historic Olympic Silver In Big Air Showstopper Mac Forehand just made Winter Olympics history for Connecticut. The 24-year-old Norwalk native became the first Connecticut-born athlete to win a medal at the Winter Games. Forehand earned silver in men’s freestyle skiing Big Air on Tuesday, Feb. 17, at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy.  He scored 95.00 on his first run in the final on Tuesday. That put him in second place, just .25 points behind eventual gold medalist Norwegian Tormod Frostad. Austrian Matej Svancer took home bronze.  Mac Forehand dropped a stunning 98.25 in his final run to secure SILVER in snowy Livig…

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CT’s Austin Florian Sets Olympic Start Records in Men’s Skeleton at 2026 Winter Games CT’s Austin Florian Sets Olympic Start Records in Men’s Skeleton at 2026 Winter Games
CT’s Austin Florian Sets Olympic Start Records in Men’s Skeleton at 2026 Winter Games  Connecticut native Austin Florian made an instant mark at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Competing in the men’s skeleton in Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, the Southington native set the Olympic record for start time in both of his first two runs on Thursday, Feb. 12. Skeleton is considered one of the most dangerous events at the Games, as competitors race down a nearly mile-long track headfirst on a sled at speeds of up to 90 mph. Florian's first run opened with a 4.49-second push start, according to the official Olympics website. A couple of hours later, he broke his own record. …

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