Former student receives jail time for role in fatal hit-and-runHall sentenced to six months behind bars on charge of hindering prosecutionThe passenger in the car that hit and killed UConn freshman Carlee Wines in January 2007 will face jail time for her role in the fatal hit-and-run, a judge decided Tuesday, July 8, in Rockville Superior Court. Michelle A. Hall, 19, of Wantagh, N.Y., was sentenced to three years in prison, to be suspended after six months, and three years of probation after pleading guilty under the Alford Doctrine to one count of third-degree hindering prosecution on April 18.
Stephen Anthony (left) and Amy Gronus (right) tend to the bees at UConn's hives. In Anthony's hand is the case that holds the Queen Bee. New Hives Generate A 'Buzz'UConn To Use Local Bees To Make Dining Halls' HoneyIn an effort to expand sustainable food on campus, UConn has purchased 100,000 bees from a farm in Georgia to produce its honey supply.Calhoun Cancer-Free After Surgery, Says DoctorJim Calhoun has faced his share of challenges in his 22 years as head coach of the UConn men's basketball team. But one of the most difficult obstacles he's had to overcome was on a ride home from Storrs over a month ago, when he had to inform his wife, Pat, and the rest of his family that he had cancer - for the third time.Connecticut Should Reinstate Tolls To Lower Gas PricesIf tolls were brought back on Interstate 95, particularly in the southwestern-most portions of the state, tolls would primarily target out-of-state residents, while still generating a great deal of revenue. This would eliminate the need for the gas tax, giving some much-needed relief to all Connecticut residents.'Sex' On The Silver Screen'Sex And The City' Movie A Must-See For Fans; Steady Pace Maintains InterestThe characters' friendship is the main building block for the film. This friendship is what makes this film more than just a shallow movie about sex and fashion in New York City. |
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