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Dodd Plans To Disclose Loan Details After Bill Passage Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Sen. Chris Dodd said he intends to release more information on his home loans from Countrywide — the giant mortgage company now owned by Bank of America — as soon as he gets his foreclosure rescue bill passed in the Senate this week and signed by President Bush.

Path To Nowhere Will Soon Lead Somewhere Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
A missing link in the Farmington Valley Greenway, the bridge over Salmon Brook, won't be missing much longer. Money is now in place to pay for fixing the bridge that had been part of a rail line from New Haven into Massachusetts. The greenway is popular among the self-propelled.

Home Invasion's Prelude Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Records Detail Defendant's Actions Before Killing

Leslie Williams, the convicted sex offender charged with a deadly home invasion here March 30, began breaking into homes a few days earlier because he was unable to earn any money legally, according to court records made public Thursday

Panel To Consider Police Forensic Lab Project Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
The third phase of the state's Police Forensic Laboratory project that includes a 26,000-square-foot addition is expected to gain approval when the State Bond Commission meets Aug. 4, Gov. M. Jodi Rell announced Thursday.

Mohegan Sun Teaches The Art Of The Poker Deal Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Eric Costa works the graveyard shift at Mohegan Sun, repairing slot machines from the stroke of midnight to 8 a.m.

Defunct Dodd Campaign Continues To Pull In Money Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
The Dodd for President campaign has been defunct for almost seven months, but it's still hauling in money at a brisk pace — $77,851 in May, for instance. The campaign is still looking for cash because, in the modern political tradition, it spent more than it took in.

Suspect In Killing Hangs Himself In Prison, Officials Say Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Alfredo Ferrer, who put a gun into his mouth during a police standoff last April outside the Bidwell Tavern in Coventry Village after he allegedly fatally shot his pregnant girlfriend, was not under a suicide watch in his cell at Garner Correctional Center, where he hanged himself early Wednesday, court officials said.

Another Abuse Claim Against Former West Hartford Principal Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
— A Florida man has come forward with his own allegations of sexual misconduct against James Ellis, the 88-year-old former principal of King Philip Junior High School.

Ex-Group Home Worker Charged With Sexually Assaulting Resident Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
A former employee of a Coventry group home for people with mental disabilities was arraigned Wednesday on a charge of sexually assaulting a female resident of the home.

Interfaith Golf Open Sponsors First Tee Program In Cromwell Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Thirteen boys crowded around their instructors under a large white tent at TPC River Highlands golf course on a recent Monday morning.

Hartford Charter School Secures Funding, Plans August Opening Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Jennifer Jackson finally had good news for her daughter, Raeyah: Her new school, the much-anticipated Achievement First Hartford Academy, will open next month after all.

Dodd Plans To Release More Mortgage Info Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:16:00 -0400
Sen. Chris Dodd said he intends to release more information on his home loans from Countrywide -- the giant mortgage company now owned by Bank of America -- as soon as he gets his foreclosure rescue bill passed in the Senate this week and signed by President Bush.

Senate Panel Scutinizing Tax Haven Abuses Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Senators on a key tax panel demanded a crackdown on offshore tax havens in the wake of a new report that one building in the Cayman Islands is used as a business address for more than 18,000 companies.

Health Care Advocates Bring Protest To State, Business Leaders Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Jody Trestman spoke in a voice she hoped would carry to the offices of Gov. M. Jodi Rell.

Democrat Pulls Out Of State Senate Contest Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
21 Primaries Remain In Play

There will be one less primary election in Connecticut on Aug. 12.

Danbury-Area Lawyers Fined Over Campaign Contribution Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
It turns out there are far more embarrassing things for a would-be Democratic candidate than ending up among a Republican's campaign contributors.

Naps: The Rest Of The Story Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
As Experts Debate Value, More Doze Off

Sleep-deprived Americans are increasingly turning to the power nap and afternoon siesta to restore alertness and enhance performance, studies show. But some sleep scientists say napping can negatively affect nighttime sleeping and make you groggy.

Tickets And Slates And Political Fates Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Alas, this year's conventions will produce no "smoke-filled room" (first used to describe the process by which Republican Warren Harding was nominated in 1920) and no "dark horse" (borrowed from horse racing during the 1850s to describe a long-shot candidate plucked from obscurity). But we will surely have two "running mates," a term also derived from the sport of kings. Originally denoting a second-rate horse used as a pacesetter, "running mate" acquired its political sense in 1900.

Tannins In Tea Can Interfere With Absorption Of Iron Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Q. Does drinking tea limit iron absorption? I usually have black decaffeinated tea in the morning after taking my vitamins (and Slow Fe, an iron pill). I drink several glasses of iced tea daily and wonder if that also might have an impact. I am anemic and cannot donate blood because my iron levels are too low.

Author Creates A Home Distinctly Her Own Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
The last few years have taught artist Jill Butler a lot, and the fruit of those lessons is a new book. "Create the Space You Deserve" is about helping yourself and about decorating your home, though it is more than a book about design or self-help.

Campaign-Gear Collectors Vote With Their Money Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Politics and political campaigns are featured in every newspaper, website and blog, and collectors are looking at the new memorabilia that can be part of a collection.

The Warp And Weft Of Antique Oriental Rug Market Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Many decorators like Oriental rugs but are put off by the rug market's dodgy reputation. For that reason, dealers emphasize, it's important to spend a lot of time getting to know rugs before choosing one.

Give Kids Tools To Succeed At Having Organized Rooms Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
We've all seen it: The house that's overrun with kids' stuff because the kids run it.

Audio Books Offer Relaxing Way To 'Read' Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Dear Heloise: Audio books are not new to most people, especially when on the road. But I have discovered a fantastic way to "read" books while I am home washing dishes, folding clothes or even resting. My eyes get very tired, and it's always been hard for me to read books with many pages. But now with audio books, both cassette and CD, I can enjoy books.

Elegant Chip & Dip Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Stylish Trays For Your Humble Nosh

Admit it: California dip, that humble nosh made by combining a container of sour cream and a package of Lipton dry onion-soup mix, is one of your guilty pleasures. You're not alone. The dish has been a national favorite since it hit the public palate more than 50 years ago.

On Exhibit At MoMA: Not Your Mother's Prefab Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Prefabricated houses don't have to be ticky-tacky.

Instead Of Platters, Bring The Kitchen To Backyard Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
The last decade has seen an unprecedented focus on home design and decoration. Whether they live in a rental, a condo, a fixer-upper or a new house, people everywhere are enthusiastically putting their own stamp on their surroundings.

Historic Crafts For Kids In Litchfield Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Litchfield Historical Society will present two workshops in historic crafts for ages 7 to 10 — a clockmaking workshop Aug. 5 and a floor cloth workshop Aug. 19, both from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Tapping Reeve House, 82 South St., Litchfield.

This Artist's Work Is Easily Labeled Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
His father didn't approve of his interest in art, so Felix Fu always worked small.

'Bill' Tactic Enlightens Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
You have to hand it to the folks who run Middletown's regional Eddy Shelter for the homeless. They've come up with a clever fundraising tactic that hammers home the point that homelessness is not exclusive to cities. The 30-bed shelter sent "bills" to 14 towns in the region that were once home to their clients.

Call The Auditors Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
When Hartford changed its charter and adopted a strong mayor system in 2002, it also created an Independent Audit Commission to provide objective reviews and assessments of the city's operations and finances.

Bad Day For WNBA Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
An ugly brawl on the basketball court between the Los Angeles Sparks and the Detroit Shock is an appalling sign of parity between men's and women's professional sports.

Service Down The Drain Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
America's Got A Serious Problem That Needs Fixing

Poor work and service should be the exception rather than the rule. Yet, over and over it seems the American consumer is forced to settle for mediocre work and less than stellar service. You would think in a down economy, people would be extra-diligent about earning our business and getting repeat customers. With few exceptions, they are not.

110 Years Under U.S. Thumb Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Today is the 110th anniversary of the U.S. takeover of Puerto Rico, and, unfortunately, its status as one of the world's oldest colonies seems safe.

Young Americans Poised To Make Political Waves Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
The conventional wisdom on certain subjects is so deeply rooted that no amount of evidence disturbs its hold. That's how it is with those dreary predictions that young Americans just won't vote.

Whalen Leads Sun Past Sparks Thu, 24 Jul 2008 21:14:00 -0400
Lindsay Whalen (22 points) was in the middle of the third-quarter run that helped build a 87-61 victory before 9,518 including NFL Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor.

Rock Cats Lose To Phillies Thu, 24 Jul 2008 23:26:53 -0400
Bradley Harman hit a three-run home run as the Phillies defeated the Rock Cats 7-3 Thursday night at New Britain Stadium.

Brady Holds Court As Patriots Open Camp Thu, 24 Jul 2008 18:30:00 -0400
Patriots veterans reported to camp today and quarterback Tom Brady held court. The transcript of Brady meeting the media was provided by the team:

Super Bowl Hero David Tyree Sidelined By Giants Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:21:00 -0400
Super Bowl hero David Tyree was placed on the physically unable to perform list by the New York Giants today because of lingering problems recovering from surgery on his right knee.

Giants' Manning Fields Media Questions At Camp Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:37:48 -0400
The Super Bowl champion New York Giants opened their training camp at the University of Albany today. In addition to the opening workouts, quarterback Eli Manning, the Super Bowl MVP, had his opening session with the media. Here is the transcript, courtesy of the Giants:

Patriots Sign Jerod Mayo Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:06:00 -0400
The New England Patriots signed first-round draft selection Jerod Mayo today. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed. The Patriots selected Mayo, a linebacker, with the 10th overall pick in the 2008 NFL Draft.

Norman Struggles To 75 At Senior British Open Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:14:00 -0400
Four days after nearly making history at the British Open, Greg Norman labored to a 4-over 75 today in the opening round of the Seniors British Open to finish seven shots behind co-leaders Bruce Vaughan and Eduardo Romero.

Suspensions In Shock/Sparks Brawl Thu, 24 Jul 2008 14:24:00 -0400
Candace Parker and Lisa Leslie were among the 11 coaches and players suspended by the league for their part in Tuesday night's brawl in Detroit and will not play tonight against the Connecticut Sun at Mohegan Sun Arena.

Delgado's Hit Lifts Mets To Win Over Phillies Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:08:00 -0400
Carlos Delgado hit a tiebreaking, two-run double in the eighth inning and Oliver Perez stifled the Philadelphia Phillies again, helping the New York Mets earn a 3-1 win today that gave them sole possession of first place in the NL East.

Any Solution To Baseball's Broken-Bat Problem? Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Major League Baseball plans to begin testing maple bats to see what has caused them to explode with alarming frequency this year.

Health Care Advocates Reach For The Top Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Nearly 50 marchers rallied outside the Connecticut Business and Industry Association's Church Street headquarters and Gov. M. Jodi Rell's office; Rell and the CBIA opposed legislation that would have extended the state's employee health insurance coverage to municipalities and small businesses.

Energy Summit 'Positive Step' Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Blumenthal Criticized By New Yorkers For Pipeline Stance

He was outnumbered by New York officials and grilled over Connecticut's rejection of a planned natural-gas pipeline under Long Island Sound. Still, state Attorney General Richard Blumenthal described an energy summit in Long Island Thursday as "a positive step."

Bank Faces Bias Lawsuit Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Man Cites Race As Transfer Cause

A man is suing Bank of America, charging that the company discriminated against him when it moved him from a high-ranking position in New York to a government relations job in Hartford, allegedly to maintain a good relationship with Connecticut's black state treasurer.

Source: Grand Jury Investigating Three Mortgage Lenders Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
A federal grand jury is investigating mortgage lenders Countrywide Financial Corp., New Century Financial Corp. and IndyMac Bancorp Inc., a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press on Thursday.

Judge Approves Settlement In Health Net Case Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
A federal judge in New Jersey has approved a $255 million settlement to resolve a case that alleged Health Net Inc. has used an inadequate and unfair system of reimbursing claims of members who got care outside the insurer's network.

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