Since the Hawthorne Drive Fire on 10/21, and not including the 3 weeks of time dedicated specifically to Lamentation Mountain, our department has responded to 86 calls for service. Additionally, during this time there have been many special events, fire prevention classes, trunk or treats, flag details, and sports games that were attended. Townwide the four fire departments have responded to a total ... (Full Story & Photos)

Blue hills is accessible from Kensington Road, Summitwood is accessible from Chamberlin Highway.

Minor injuries are reported and CT DEEP is responding to the scene. Expect a prolonged Road closure.... (Full Story & Photos)

The call came in at 21:22 as a reported structure fire at 28 Four Rod Road. First arriving units found a 10 by 30 foot area of built up leaves and yard debris on fire, with fire spreading to the lower portion of an exterior wall of the barn. The fire was quickly put under control and overhauled. No immediate cause was determined, the town's fire marshal's office was on scene for the investigation.... (Full Story & Photos)

Due to a large fire in Great Barrington, Massachusetts, with smoke traveling southward into Connecticut, many residents from Southington to New Haven and beyond may be noticing a strong smell of smoke and haze this morning.... (Full Story & Photos)

The accident occured on Route 5 South at North Colony Road. One operator was reported to have evaded and was found a short distance from the scene. The 3 occupants of the vehicles were evaluated by EMS for minor injuries and refused transport. Both vehicles were removed by tow services and the roadway has been reopened.... (Full Story & Photos)