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A big measles outbreak in north-east London is primarily among unvaccinated children under 10 in schools and nurseries, with some hospitalisations and rising case counts. UKHSA notes low uptake of the two-dose MMRV vaccine in Enfield and nationally, prompting temporary vaccination centres and outreach as authorities warn that measles remains highly infectious and travel could spread it further.
A measles outbreak in Enfield, north London, has prompted local authorities to warn that unvaccinated close contacts may be excluded from school for 21 days as a containment measure. At least 34 cases have been recorded this year with some hospitalizations; vaccination uptake in Enfield is low (64.3% of five-year-olds fully vaccinated in 2024/25), contributing to spread and prompting a national campaign to boost immunisation.
The opening of Raising Cane’s in Enfield drew massive crowds despite a snowstorm, with cars lining up around the building and into the Enfield Mall parking lot. Enfield police urged customers to follow the traffic pattern and not jump the line, and the restaurant has hired officers to help with safety and traffic flow. The Enfield location will be open daily from 10 a.m. to midnight, and the chain plans to open three other locations in Connecticut. Raising Cane’s, known for its chicken fingers and sandwiches, has over 700 locations and is expanding in Massachusetts and Rhode Island as well.
Raising Cane's, a popular fast food chain, hired Enfield police officers to manage traffic and safety following the grand opening of its new location in Enfield. The police department shared tips for navigating the two-lane takeout line and urged visitors to follow the traffic pattern to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience.
Interstate 91 northbound in Enfield, CT was temporarily closed and later reopened following a multi-vehicle crash involving a box truck and a garbage truck. The collision occurred near exit 46, resulting in minor injuries and a fuel spill. The state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection was called to clean up the spill, while traffic was diverted off exit 46 during the cleanup.
LEGO Group has announced a timeline for the closure of its Enfield headquarters in Connecticut, with plans to shut down the office in the last quarter of 2026. The company will be relocating its head office to Boston and aims to open the new location at 1001 Boylston St. in the second quarter of 2025. The move is part of LEGO's long-term growth ambitions and commitment to inspiring and developing future builders. Boston was chosen for its talent pool, academic institutions, and quality of life. Enfield had been LEGO's home for nearly 50 years.
Enfield police are asking residents in a neighborhood to shelter-in-place as they attempt to apprehend a wanted man believed to be hiding in a residence on Ganny Terrace. The man is wanted in both Connecticut and Florida for various charges, including criminal impersonation, engaging in pursuit, aggravated assault with a firearm, and aggravated battery with a firearm. Authorities have called in the C.R.E.S.T. team and are urging residents to avoid the area due to a heavy police presence.
A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for Halifax County, specifically Enfield, Halifax, and Scotland Neck areas, with recorded lightning strikes and strong winds. Central NC is under a heat advisory with feels-like temperatures ranging from 103 to 109. There is a level 3 risk of severe weather for Halifax and Northampton counties, with a level 2 risk of strong-to-severe storms in the afternoon and evening. The week will continue with hot temperatures and elevated humidity, with a cold front approaching and increasing the threat of severe storms. July 4 will bring a few spotty storms, mainly south of the Triangle and along the coast.
A woman was stabbed by another woman at the Red Roof Inn in Enfield, Connecticut. The police responded to the scene and established a perimeter, recovering a folding knife that was used and identifying the suspect. The woman was arrested and faces charges for assault, breach of peace, and carrying a dangerous weapon. The investigation is ongoing.