Town of Winchester/Winsted, CT

07/23/2026

07/23/2026

🐻 TONIGHT: State of the Bears – Living with Black Bears in Connecticut 🐻

Join us TONIGHT for an informative and engaging presentation hosted by the Town of Wi******er and the Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (CT DEEP).

Whether you've seen bears in your neighborhood or simply want to learn more about Connecticut's growing black bear population, this presentation is a great opportunity to hear directly from CT DEEP wildlife experts.

📅 Tonight – Thursday, July 23, 2026
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Hicks Room – Wi******er Town Hall
338 Main Street, Winsted, CT
Will be streamed on the Towns YouTube channel to watch live or when you can

Topics include:
🐻 Black bear biology and behavior
🏡 How to safely live alongside bears
🗑️ Reducing attractants around your home
🌲 Protecting our community and Connecticut's wildlife

07/23/2026

PARKING BAN WILL BE IN EFFECT IN THESE AREAS

07/22/2026

Town of Wi******er & Connecticut DEEP Present
🐻 State of the Bears: Living with Black Bears in Connecticut

Date: Thursday, July 23, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Hicks Room
Host: Town of Wi******er, CT & Connecticut DEEP
Topic: Learn about Connecticut's growing black bear population, bear behavior, safety, and how residents can coexist with bears.

07/20/2026

PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING
Holabird Avenue Drainage & Pavement improvements information meeting at the
Board of Selectmen's Meeting on Monday, August 03, 2026

07/20/2026

🏀LAST DAY FOR EARLY BIRD PRICING🏀

Parents, don't miss your chance to save on an incredible summer experience for your child!

The A13 Leadership Academy Camp is designed to help young athletes build basketball skills, develop confidence, strengthen leadership, and learn the value of teamwork. All in a fun, postive, and encouraging environment.

Today is the LAST DAY to register for the early bird rate of just $100! After today, registration increases to $125.

Give your child the opportunity to grow both on and off the court this summer. Register today before the price goes up!

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07/16/2026

⚠️Skate Park Closure Notice⚠️

Please be advised that the Winsted Skate Park is temporarily closed due to maintenance.
The gates will remain locked until further notice while necessary work is completed to ensure the park is safe for everyone.
We appreciate your patience and understanding and will provide an update as soon as the skate park is ready to reopen.
Thank you,
Winsted Recreation Department

07/16/2026

🚧 Highland Lake Spillway Walkway Reconstruction 🚧

The Town of Wi******er Department of Public Works will begin rebuilding the walkway at the Highland Lake Spillway starting Monday, July 27.

🗓 Work Schedule:
• Monday through Friday
• 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
• Duration: Approximately 3 weeks, weather permitting

⚠️ Please Note:
The spillway walkway will be closed during work hours (7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.) on weekdays while construction is underway.

🚶 Please plan to use an alternate route during these hours.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we complete these improvements to the Highland Lake spillway walkway. Thank you for your cooperation!