Jim Altman

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Connecticut neurosurgeon helps stroke patients with rehabilitation device

1 week ago | newscentermaine.com | Jim Altman

FARMINGTON, Conn. — A Connecticut neurosurgeon has been a pioneer over the past year in performing procedures that implant a device to help people who have suffered from strokes. Dr. Christopher Conner, a neurosurgeon at UConn Health's Brain and Spine Institute, utilizes an FDA-approved device known as the Vivistim System, which is a form of Vagus Nerve Stimulation therapy. "It is something that delivers electrical currents to a body part or target in the body.
New England Air Museum promotes the future of preserving aviation history

3 weeks ago | newscentermaine.com | Jim Altman

WINDSOR LOCKS, Conn. — The Restoration Team at the New England Air Museum in Windsor Locks dedicated a day of spring break to introduce and inspire school kids to someday join them in the aviation field. The team set up a “riveting station” in the front hangar of the museum, giving kids a hands-on opportunity to get a taste for what the experts do when they work on refurbishing all sorts of exotic aircrafts.
After missing for 40 years, a Sea Monster resurfaces in Connecticut

2 months ago | abc10.com | Jim Altman

PLAINVILLE, Conn. — In Connecticut, there is a Sea Monster known as the “Hippocampus." And, 40 years after its disappearance, the hand-carved art piece is back in the appreciative hands of the its original owners. In 1985, the Hippocampus was stolen from the carousel at Quassy Amusement and Waterpark, and no one had seen it since. That’s until Quassy co-owner George Frantzis got a call from a broker who deals in rare carousel pieces.
Ad guru Pat Dugan reveals early favorites for Super Bowl's ad extravaganza

Feb 6, 2025 | fox61.com | Jim Altman

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'Cruiser Care Packs' are back to help those in need this winter

Jan 29, 2025 | fox61.com | Jim Altman

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Hartford police officer provides vital goods to city's homeless population during polar temperatures

Jan 22, 2025 | fox61.com | Jim Altman

Hartford Officer Jim Barrett is backed by Footwear with Care, which is a nonprofit organization that helps to gather essential goods for the homeless. Author: Jim Altman Published: 4:44 PM EST January 22, 2025 Updated: 4:48 PM EST January 22, 2025 HARTFORD, Conn. — As a severe cold snap has gripped the state, a veteran of the Hartford Police Department is putting his mission in motion to tend to the homeless population.
Ice anglers at Burr Pond in Torrington celebrate the cold with a chance to drop a line

Jan 13, 2025 | fox61.com | Jim Altman

TORRINGTON, Conn. — Ice anglers in Torrington celebrated the cold weather Monday with "six or seven inches of ice" at Burr Pond, according to Mike Beauchene, supervising fisheries biologist at the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, or DEEP. Beauchene, who had a few lines going on in hopes of a catch, was also working to get out the word about ice fishing in the state.
In Hartford, Thanksgiving at the Wilson-Gray YMCA always comes early

Nov 27, 2024 | fox61.com | Jim Altman

HARTFORD, Conn. — Staff and volunteers at the Wilson-Gray YMCA in Hartford’s North End are always busy the day before Thanksgiving and this year was no exception. The team spends the day providing free Thanksgiving meals for the community, with an upwards of 300 meals with side dishes. “We are just trying to bridge the opportunity gap in any way we can for our community here," said Diamond Wallen, youth development coordinator at the Wilson-Gray YMCA.
A.I. in the supermarket aisle comes to Geissler’s in Granby

Nov 13, 2024 | fox61.com | Jim Altman

GRANBY, Conn. — The old, squeaky, rusted out shopping cart has been given a makeover thanks to A.I. technology. This week, Geissler’s Market in Granby showcased its new fleet of “Caper Carts”. The carts are part of a partnership between grocery service Instacart and Geissler’s and, currently, Instacart says the Caper Carts are the first of their kind in Connecticut or Massachusetts.
From Connecticut to North Carolina, Halloween help is gathered and ready to go

Oct 15, 2024 | fox61.com | Jim Altman

Litchfield A Litchfield small business owner is sending Halloween spirit by the boxload to flood victims. Author: Jim Altman Published: 4:48 PM EDT October 15, 2024 Updated: 4:48 PM EDT October 15, 2024 LITCHFIELD, Conn. — A Litchfield small business owner is sending Halloween spirit by the boxload to flood victims in North Carolina. Jennifer Bastiaanse, who works for her family-run business Valley Restoration, has always been the biggest fan of Halloween.