Jennifer Lambert is a digital content editor at NBC Connecticut, where she writes web articles and helps manage the station’s website and social media presence. She joined the team in January 2026, shortly after graduating from Boston University with a degree in journalism.
While at BU, Jennifer worked at The Boston Globe as a homepage producer, where she sharpened her skills in digital storytelling and learned how to connect with audiences in a fast-paced news environment.
Originally from Northborough, Massachusetts, Jennifer enjoys discovering new restaurants (and rating them), spending time with friends and family, and being around dogs whenever she can.
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Conn. high school implements bag checks after gun found in student's backpack
New Britain High School is implementing bag checks on Monday morning after a gun was found inside a student’s backpack at the school on Friday. On Monday and “in the coming days,” all students will be subject to bag checks when they arrive at school, according to a letter sent by Superintendent Tony Gasper to families and staff members...
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5-year-old boy dies after being struck by vehicle in East Haven, Conn., police say
A 5-year-old boy has died after being struck by a vehicle in East Haven on Thursday afternoon, according to police and fire officials. East Haven police were called to the area of Foxon Road and Bennett Road around 3:21 p.m. for a report of a motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian. When they arrived, first responders found the 5-year-old, who…
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UConn senior from Maine dies after crash in Mansfield, Conn.
A 22-year-old UConn senior from Maine has died after a crash in Mansfield on Tuesday, Connecticut State Police and the university said. State police said that around 12:21 a.m., 22-year-old Zachary Barry, of Scarborough, Maine, was driving westbound on Hunting Lodge Road when he crossed over into the eastbound lane and struck a tree. Barry had to be extricated from…
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Connecticut hiker makes it to Mount Washington summit after dislocating shoulder hours earlier
A Connecticut hiker who fell, dislocated his shoulder, and injured his back while hiking Mount Washington continued hiking for about 7 hours and reached the summit on Tuesday, according to New Hampshire Fish and Game. The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department said conservation officers responded to Mount Washington after another hiker called 911 around 3:15 p.m. to report that…
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Conn. man arrested, charged with murder in connection with death of 2-week-old baby
A Willimantic man has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with the death of a 2-week-old baby in Willimantic in December 2025. Dean R. Peruta, 40, of Willimantic, was served with an arrest warrant Tuesday at Danielson Superior Court, according to the Willimantic Police Department. The warrant was issued on Sept. 10, police said. He was charged with…
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Conn. high school assistant principal accused of sexually assaulting student
An assistant principal at a high school in New Haven is accused of sexually assaulting a student on two consecutive days inside his office while school was in session, according to a newly released arrest warrant. The New Haven Police Department was notified of a sexual assault allegation by the Connecticut Department of Children and Families on May 22. According…
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Connecticut state officials assess damage after severe flooding hits parts of state
Connecticut officials are assessing damage from severe flooding on Sunday and asking residents to report it as the state determines whether it could qualify for federal disaster assistance. Parts of the state saw more than 7 inches of rain on Sunday, causing significant flooding, a partial closure of Tweed New Haven Airport, water damage, and rescues. Gov. Ned Lamont held…
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Enfield man arrested, accused of abusing his 5-year-old stepson
Two people were arrested and charged with risk of injury to a child, among other charges, after an investigation into the suspected abuse of a 5-year-old student at the Enfield Street School, police said. On June 1, Enfield police said detectives responded to the Enfield Street School with personnel from the Department of Children and Families after DCF received a…
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17-year-old critically injured in shooting near Dixwell Avenue in New Haven: Police
A 17-year-old from Torrington is in critical condition after a shooting in New Haven on Friday morning, New Haven Police Chief David Zanelli said. Around 8:30 a.m., officers were alerted by callers and ShotSpotter alerts to reports of a fight and a person who had been shot, according to Zanelli. Officers responded and found one person who had been struck…
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Warrant reveals what Conn. father told 911 before hot car death of his 1-year-old son
A search warrant is revealing more about what the father of a 1-year-old boy said on a 911 call after the child was found unresponsive in a car in East Windsor last month. The father, 47-year-old Kevin Pell, appeared in Hartford Superior Court on Thursday. His case was continued to Oct. 16, and both sides are waiting for the autopsy…
