It's a block like so many others in the city, easy to drive by and barely notice.

But along the south side of Capitol Avenue — between Lawrence and Babcock streets — a block that has struggled for years is waking up. Now, it offers a small glimpse of a promising Hartfor...

HARTFORD — The Hartford Guardians will host a free Thanksgiving turkey dinner for needy residents of Hartford at the Red Rock Tavern, 369 Capitol Ave.

The Guardians, a fraternal organization within the police department, say they are hosting the event "for those in need...