Assistant Superintendent Hired Nov 14, 2009
The new assistant principal earned a doctoral degree in philosophy from the University of Connecticut at Storrs in 1995. She taught in Massachusetts for 20 years before landing her first administrative position as the director of curriculum and instruction for the Monroe schools in 1993. (New Milford Times, CT)
Suspect in killing of UConn's Howard in court Nov 14, 2009
-- A judge has scheduled a probable cause hearing for the man accused of stabbing University of Connecticut football player Jasper Howard to death last month. Twenty-one-year-old John Lomax, of Bloomfield, Conn. (ESPN -- College Football)
Protect your heart with fresh garlic Nov 14, 2009
But now, a team of researchers from the Cardiovascular Research Center at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine have learned how freshly crushed garlic -- as opposed to dried or cooked garlic -- protects the heart. Why is fresh garlic better. (CNN -- Health)
Backward Glances Nov 13, 2009
46 YEARS AGO (1963)- Barbara Martin took a group of 11 neighborhood children on a trip to Cape Cod Betty Cafferelli was crowned queen of the Hudson Policeman s Ball Louis F. Ghiloni, Marlborough recreational director, spoke on Senior Citizen Centers at meeting of the Hudson Civitan Club Rev. William Wolkovich s topic was A Serious Look at Laughter at a meeting of St. Michael s Sodality Dad s Day was observed at the Hudson-Milford football game, at which all fathers of players were admitted free... (Hudson Sun, MA)
Weymouth gridders prepare for final home game Nov 13, 2009
He had two of his touchdown on passes by Scott McCummings, who signed a letter of intent to play football at a Div. 1 school, the University of Connecticut. McCummings also had a touchdown run in the first quarter to give Natick a 7-6 lead. (Weymouth News, MA)
Rell Says No To One More Run In State Nov 13, 2009
Former Gov. John Dempsey (R-Preston) was able to embark on an expansion of the University of Connecticut of Storrs in the 1960s, and former Gov. William O'Neill (D-East Hampton) signed legislation to establish the Education Enhancement Act for kindergarten through 12th-grade students and, following the collapse of the Mianus River Bridge in Greenwich, established a major program to rebuild bridges and roads. More recently, Mr. Rowland established several infrastructure improvements at the... (Litchfield County Times, CT)
After financial hit, Patriots’ Chung is fine Nov 13, 2009
For the second straight week, rookie cornerback Darius Butler will reunite with a former University of Connecticut teammate. Last week, it was Dolphins offensive lineman Donald Thomas. (Boston Globe)
Freeney carrying a sackful of expectations Nov 13, 2009
One running back Caldwell is hoping to get back is Donald Brown, a rookie out of the University of Connecticut. Brown, who sustained a left shoulder contusion Oct. 25 vs. the Rams, returned to practice Wednesday and came off the team s injury report. (Boston Globe)
Colts’ Powers not testy over likely test Nov 12, 2009
Running back Donald Brown, the former University of Connecticut standout who had been considered iffy after suffering a shoulder contusion in a 42-6 romp over the Rams Oct. 25, returned to practice. Michael Vega can be reached at. (Boston Globe)
Jasper Howard's Mother May Lose Home [CBS4 Miami] Nov 12, 2009
The mother of a slain University of Connecticut football player fought back tears as she told CBS4 she has received another devastating blow just weeks after burying her only son. Joangila Howard fears she may lose her precious sanctuary: her home. (FOX61, CT)
3 due in court in UConn player's killing Nov 11, 2009
(AP) -- Three men charged in connection with the stabbing death of University of Connecticut football player Jasper Howard are due in court. Johnny Hood, Jamal Todd and Christopher Mutchler are to appear in Rockville Superior Court Tuesday morning. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Fight over woman preceded stabbing Nov 11, 2009
- Two men charged in the fight that led to the stabbing death of University of Connecticut football player Jasper Howard told police it began when one of Howard's teammates disrespected a woman at a school-sanctioned dance, according to an affidavit released Tuesday ... - Two men charged in the fight that led to the stabbing death of University of Connecticut football player Jasper Howard told police it began when one of Howard's teammates disrespected a woman at a school-sanctioned dance,... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Insults preceded fight, fatal stabbing Nov 11, 2009
- The fight that led to the stabbing death of University of Connecticut football player Jasper Howard began when one of his teammates insulted a woman at a school-sponsored dance, according to a police affidavit released yesterday. The affidavit charges 21-year-old John Lomax III with murder in Howard s Oct. 18 death. (Boston Globe)
Conn. governor decides not to seek another term Nov 10, 2009
Rell's administration has also become the focus of two investigations into the hiring of a University of Connecticut professor to oversee a two-year, $220,000 project aimed at streamlining state government. Democrats say e-mails first obtained by The Day of New London show that at least part of the work conducted by Professor Ken Dautrich, former director of the school's polling institute, was done to help the governor politically. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
No joke: Laughter works as stress-fighting therapy Nov 10, 2009
"You end up actually laughing," said Karissa Covelli, 19, who said the 20-minute laugh-therapy session at the University of Connecticut's Health Education Center recently dissolved the day's frustrations and a crabby mood ... "I attended to show support for my fellow students." Ceruti, 20, works in the Health Education office at the University of Connecticut and is majoring in audiology. (Montana Standard, MT)
Noreen Morris Named NEC Commissioner Nov 10, 2009
Before moving to Conference USA, Morris spent five years as Compliance Coordinator and Sport Administrator at the University of Connecticut. Morris has assumed numerous leadership roles throughout her distinguished career. (Sacredheartpioneers.com)
Bubbler sisters get it done for Huskies Nov 10, 2009
Now theyre snatching headlines as members of the Division I University of Connecticut Huskies. Both siblings started in Sundays 2-1 win over the Syracuse Orangemen in the Big East Championship game. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Men's Soccer Advances To BIG EAST Semifinals With 1-0 Overtime Upset Win... Nov 10, 2009
scored with 2:06 left in overtime to lead the Providence College men's soccer team past the University of Connecticut, 1-0, in a BIG EAST Quarterfinal match played at Morrone Stadium in Storrs, Conn. Providence (10-6-3) advances to the BIG EAST Semifinals where it will play St. John's on Friday, November 13 at 3:00 p.m. in Morgantown, W. Va. (Friars.com)
Cosimo's Restaurant To Join Storrs Center Nov 10, 2009
MANSFIELD - The Storrs Center has another new tenant as Cosimo's Restaurant Group has signed a letter of intent to be a part of the $220 million complex next to the University of Connecticut. The restaurant group, located in New York State's Hudson Valley, operates five restaurants in that region. (FOX61, CT)
Gov. Rell Had A Balanced Approach Nov 10, 2009
In the past year, as the state's fiscal situation grew more dire, Rell ramped up her rhetoric and drew a harder line on taxes, which fractured her relationship with the legislature's Democratic majority, said Howard Reiter, a professor of political science at the University of Connecticut. "She discovered her inner Republican and became a bit more feisty about resisting tax increases, which created a bit more friction with the legislature," Reiter said. (FOX61, CT)
What Maya Moore expects next Nov 10, 2009
9 steals in winning the John Wooden Award last season at the University of Connecticut. Anyone who watched Maya Moore lead Collins Hill High to three state championships -- the Eagles went 125-3 in her tenure -- won't be surprised to see she's having similar success at the University of Connecticut. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
November 9, 1989: A Great Day for Liberty and Independence Nov 9, 2009
The colleges include: Arizona State University, College of William and Mary, Florida State, University of Connecticut, Cornell, among many others. These young conservative activists are warning their peers about the endless misery, rationing, and despair that results from socialist policies and advocating for the principles of freedom, responsibility and opportunity. (Human Events Online)
Sources Say 2 Teammates Started Fight That Led To Howard's Death Nov 9, 2009
Oct. 27: State and University of Connecticut police arrest John W. Lomax, of Bloomfield; Hakim Muhammad, of Bloomfield and Jamal Todd, of Hartford in the stabbing of Jasper Howard ... The fight that led to the death of University of Connecticut football player Jasper Howard was started by two teammates who got into an argument with four young men who drove to the hip-hop dance from Bloomfield, sources told The Courant. (FOX61, CT)
Brookline High names new hockey coaches Nov 7, 2009
She graduated from the University of Connecticut, where she also was a member of the Huskies hockey team. It is a real honor to be able to coach at the school where I played for four years, Clark said. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Notre Dame Downs St. John's In Overtime, 2-1, To Advance To... Nov 7, 2009
The game will be televised live to a national cable audience by CBS College Sports and on various regional networks via BIG EAST TV. For tickets, please contact the University of Connecticut ticket office at (877) 288-2666. -- ND. (Und.com)
Digital media conference set for Wednesday Nov 6, 2009
The 2009 Digital Media Business Conference will be held Wednesday at 3 p.m. at the University of Connecticut campus in Stamford. Presented by the Connecticut Venture Group and CT Digital Media, the conference will feature expert-led panels on the future of digital media and the regional digital media community. (Republican-American)
Notre Dame Has Award-Winning Night At The Annual BIG EAST Women's Soccer Banquet Nov 6, 2009
For tickets, please contact the University of Connecticut ticket office at (877) 288-2666. 2009 BIG EAST Women's Soccer Major Award Winners. (Und.com)
Zags Host Warner Pacific In Exhibition Game Friday Nov 5, 2009
The others are the University of Connecticut (Maya Moore, Tina Charles), Ohio State University (Jantel Lavender, Samantha Prahalis) and Stanford University (Jayne Appel, Jeanette Pohlen). WADE WATCH LIST: Women s basketball junior has been named to the prestigious 2009-10 preseason Wade Watch list for The State Farm Wade Trophy Division I Player of the Year. (Gozags.com)
West faces more weapons charges Nov 4, 2009
UConn s Moore top AP All-American University of Connecticut junior Maya Moore became just the seventh unanimous choice on the Associated Press s preseason All-America women s team, garnering all 40 votes from a national media panel. It s the third straight year a player has been a unanimous choice in the preseason. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Researchers unlock the 'sound of learning' by linking sensory and motor systems Nov 3, 2009
This independent research institute has been in New Haven, Connecticut since 1970 when it formalized affiliations with Yale University and the University of Connecticut. The Laboratories' primary research focus is on the science of the spoken and written word. (EurekAlert!)
Women's Hockey Ties UConn, 1-1 Nov 3, 2009
STORRS, CONN. - The Providence College (3-4-3, 3-1-1) women's hockey team earned a 1-1 tie with the University of Connecticut (4-4-2, 0-2-2) and came away with an extra point in the Hockey East standings with a 3-2 victory in the shootout. Sophomore (La Verne, Calif. (Friars.com)
WWE's Linda McMahon Seeks GOP Nod For Sen. Chris Dodd's Seat Nov 3, 2009
And while some have already dismissed McMahon as a vanity candidate whose ambition is fueled by her ego and prodigious bank account, University of Connecticut political scientist Vincent Moscardelli said she could prove to be a formidable opponent. "Her high public profile, combined with her personal wealth, could give her a leg up,'' Moscardelli said on Tuesday, before McMahon's candidacy was confirmed. This morning, WWE announced that McMahon has stepped down as chief executive officer. Vince... (FOX61, CT)
BUSINESS WATCH: To a tee, they got it wrong Nov 2, 2009
When the two friends heard about the tragic stabbing death of University of Connecticut football player Jasper Howard, they decided to raise money for Howard's family and his unborn child by selling T-shirts and towels with Howard's image. As you may already be aware, things didn't go according to plan. (Republican-American)
UMass-Amherst could drop alumni group membership fee Nov 1, 2009
The University of South Carolina, besting Stanford University (2), the University of Connecticut (3), Columbia University, (4) and Florida Atlantic University (5. . (Boston Globe)
Comings and Goings: Coyote Wash businesses change hands Nov 1, 2009
Magu completed a fellowship in palliative care and pain management in 2008 at Connecticut Hospice, University of Connecticut, Branford, Conn. and a fellowship in geriatrics in 2009 at Monroe Community Hospital, University of Rochester, Rochester, N.Y. She is board certified with the American Board of Internal Medicine. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
UConn Loses Heartbreaker To Rutgers Nov 1, 2009
Oct. 27: State and University of Connecticut police arrest John W. Lomax, of Bloomfield; Hakim Muhammad, of Bloomfield and Jamal Todd, of Hartford in the stabbing of Jasper Howard. Lomax is charged with murder. (FOX61, CT)
After Another Tribute To Jazz, Huskies Brace For Knights Nov 1, 2009
Oct. 27: State and University of Connecticut police arrest John W. Lomax, of Bloomfield; Hakim Muhammad, of Bloomfield and Jamal Todd, of Hartford in the stabbing of Jasper Howard. Lomax is charged with murder. (FOX61, CT)
Lawyers says arrests coming in UConn stabbing Nov 1, 2009
Attorney Deron Freeman declined to identify his client, but says the man and several others got into a fight with about six UConn football players early Sunday. Freeman says his client did not stab Jasper Howard, but was present when Howard was mortally wounded. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Levy suspect accused of threatening witness Nov 1, 2009
University of Connecticut police say witnesses to the killing of football player Jasper Howard are being threatened with violence if they come forward with evidence. Maj. (Fresno Bee -- State)
New Arena a Host Site for NCAA Tournament Oct 31, 2009
(University of Connecticut, Harry A. Gampel Pavilion); University Park, Penn. (Pennsylvania State University, Bryce Jordan Center); Waco, Texas (Baylor University, Ferrell Center); and Wichita, Kan. (autigers.com)
Eagan's Decisive Penalty Kick Sends Wildcats into Quarterfinals of BIG EAST Championship Oct 30, 2009
The winner advances to the semifinals, which are being hosted at the University of Connecticut. A true team effort all around for Villanova made it possible for the team to advance in today's game. (Villanova.com)
Aetna writing awards honor students Oct 30, 2009
The University of Connecticut held the 20th-annual Aetna Critical Writing Prize Program Thursday night with featured speaker Vice-Provost of Undergraduate Education Veronica Makowsky. The Aetna writing in the discipline awards are awarded based on academic categories. (The Daily Campus, CT)
UConn probe: Man accused of anti-'snitch' post Oct 30, 2009
-- A University of Connecticut student committed an act terrorism by posting Internet messages telling people to "stop the snitching" after the stabbing death of football player Jasper Howard, university police said Thursday. Christopher Mutchler, an 18-year-old freshman from Wethersfield, faces charges of hindering prosecution, committing an act of terrorism and several misdemeanors. (ESPN -- College Football)
Gov. Rell's Staff Got Advance Peek At Q Poll Results Oct 30, 2009
Once he received the poll numbers, Cooper relayed them to Moody, who then sent them in an e-mail marked "confidential" to Kenneth Dautrich, the University of Connecticut pollster and professor whose work for Rell in a $223,000 contract is now being investigated by several state agencies for possible improper political use of taxpayer funds. Dautrich interpreted the results by saying "65 is very good" and observing that in the three decades since was governor, only former Gov. and Rell "have... (FOX61, CT)
Man charged with killing UConn football player Oct 29, 2009
(AP) - The lawyer for a 21-year-old man charged with killing University of Connecticut football player Jasper Howard says his client was trying to break up a fight and was not involved in the stabbing that took the starting cornerback's life. John William Lomax III is charged with murder and conspiracy to commit assault in connection with Howard's death outside a school-sanctioned dance on Oct. 18. (FindLaw News)
UConn Slay Suspect Maintains Innocence Oct 29, 2009
Robert S. Hudd, center, chief of police for the University of Connecticut Police Department, makes an announcement of an arrest in the murder of Connecticut football player Jasper Howard during a news conference on Tuesday in Storrs, Conn ... In this booking photo released on Tuesday Oct. 27, 2009, by the University of Connecticut Police Department, John William Lomax III is shown ... (AP) The lawyer for a 21-year-old man charged with killing University of Connecticut football player Jasper... (CBS News -- US)
Two men arraigned in UConn case after witness IDs Oct 29, 2009
- Several witnesses identified the man charged with fatally stabbing a University of Connecticut football player as the killer, prosecutors said Wednesday ... - Several witnesses identified the man charged with fatally stabbing a University of Connecticut football player as the killer, prosecutors said Wednesday. (Athens Banner-Herald)
UConn Announces Plans To Honor Howard At Saturday's Game Oct 29, 2009
STORRS, Connecticut (October 28, 2009) - The University of Connecticut and its Division of Athletics will honor the memory of Jasper Howard as the team returns to Rentschler Field on Saturday for the first time since Howard passed away on October 18. UConn will take on Rutgers at noon in a BIG EAST Conference game. (FOX61, CT)
Prosecutors say witnesses ID'd Howard's killer Oct 29, 2009
-- Several witnesses identified the man charged with fatally stabbing a University of Connecticut football player as the killer, prosecutors said Wednesday. Two people arrested in the stabbing of 20-year-old Jasper Howard were arraigned in Rockville Superior Court. (ESPN -- College Football)
UConn Murder Suspect Arraigned Oct 29, 2009
Oct. 27: State and University of Connecticut police arrest John W. Lomax, of Bloomfield; Hakim Muhammad, of Bloomfield and Jamal Todd, of Hartford in the stabbing of Jasper Howard. Lomax is charged with murder. (FOX61, CT)
Make the healthy diet choice the easy choice Oct 29, 2009
Source: University of Connecticut. DIETING ON A DIME. (USA Today -- News)
3 arrested in UConn player's death Oct 28, 2009
Jasper Howard, 20, was a cornerback for the University of Connecticut Huskies ... (CNN) -- A 21-year-old man was charged with murder Tuesday in connection with the stabbing death of a University of Connecticut football player this month, police said. (CNN -- US)
Howard Family's Loss Is Our Failure Oct 28, 2009
These words resonated as I drove away from Jasper Howard's candlelight vigil last Wednesday evening at the University of Connecticut ... Michelle M. Gonzalez of South Windsor is a nurse and is studying for a graduate degree in acute care at the University of Connecticut. (FOX61, CT)
Lawyer: Client charged with murder of UConn player Oct 28, 2009
(AP) - A defense attorney says his client has been charged with murder in the fatal stabbing of a University of Connecticut football player ... (AP) - An attorney on Tuesday said his client had been arrested in connection with a fight that led to the fatal stabbing of a University of Connecticut football player. (FindLaw News)
Bond Weakling California Shows Perils of States' Failure to Disclose Debts Oct 28, 2009
Most findings have put the difference at 17 to 48 basis points, according to a 2008 article published in the Municipal Finance Journal by and , professors at the University of Connecticut at Storrs. The no-bid deals and private discussions further limit transparency and present what , a former top regulator, called an irresistible invitation to corruption. (Bloomberg)
Three Arrested In Slaying Of UConn Football Player Jasper Howard; Motive Still Missing Oct 28, 2009
STORRS - On the day that Jasper "Jazz" Howard's family and friends said goodbye during an emotional funeral at a Miami church, state and University of Connecticut police were closing in on the man they say thrust a knife into the 20-year-old football player's abdomen during an altercation outside the Student Union on Oct. 18. Detectives completed arrest warrant applications and a judge signed them late Monday, the day of the funeral. (FOX61, CT)
Mancharged with murder of UConn player Oct 28, 2009
- Police charged a 21-year-old man with murder Tuesday in the stabbing death of a University of Connecticut football player outside a school-sanctioned dance, where the suspects lawyer says he was just trying to break up a fight. John William Lomax III is scheduled to appear in court Wednesday on charges of murder and conspiracy to commit assault in the Oct. 18 death of Jasper Howard, police said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Iowa RB Robinson out for season Oct 28, 2009
(Sports Network) - Police have arrested three people and charged one with murder in connection with the stabbing death of University of Connecticut football player Jasper Howard. Howard was stabbed early on the morning of October 18 after a school-sponsored dance. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Comedic spotlight to shine at Rockys Oct 27, 2009
Part Pee Wee Herman, part Wolverine, said a University of Connecticut contributor to Donohues Myspace page. Comedy Soapbox said this about Donohue: If its a night at a comedy club, youre going to want Denis Donohue there. (Forest Republican, WI)
1,700 Attend Three-Hour Jasper Howard Service Oct 27, 2009
(October 25, 2009) - The funeral of University of Connecticut football student-athlete Jasper Howard, who passed away on October 18, will be streamed live on the internet. The funeral will take place on at the New Birth Baptist Church in Miami, Fla. (FOX61, CT)
Slain UConn player celebrated at funeral Oct 27, 2009
26: Family and friends gather to remember University of Connecticut cornerback Jasper Howard ... MIAMI - Slain University of Connecticut cornerback Jasper Jazz Howard was talented, yet humble, played football with swagger and heart and deeply loved his family. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Financing Government in Dark Hits Taxpayers Where No-Bid Deals Predominate Oct 27, 2009
That sort of increase on $100 million worth of 10-year bonds would add up to $1 million in higher costs for an issuer that had used the same underwriter twice previously, according to the research by and of the University of Connecticut in Storrs. Growing Debt. (Bloomberg -- US)
Lawyers says arrests coming in UConn stabbing Oct 27, 2009
Attorney Deron Freeman declined to identify his client, but says the man and several others got into a fight with about six UConn football players early Sunday. Freeman says his client did not stab Jasper Howard, but was present when Howard was mortally wounded. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Washington Mutual Sues to Get Billions Back From FDIC Oct 27, 2009
a banking law expert at the University of Connecticut School of Law, was skeptical of many of the holding company's claims, particularly its argument that the FDIC sold its assets for too little. Even on the open market, Washington Mutual's toxic securities would have gone for cut-rate prices, she said. (Law.com)
Connecticut's inspired effort comes up short against West Virginia Oct 26, 2009
A day after the win, the University of Connecticut suffered a grave loss when Howard was killed in an on-campus stabbing at a school-sanctioned dance. The Huskies emerged from the tunnel at Milan Puskar Stadium Saturday carrying Howard's jersey and helmet. (ABC 7 News, DC)
