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MONROE, Conn. — The annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Connecticut went through Monroe late Friday morning, as Monroe police officers, officers from other towns, and some citizens, ran behind police motorcycles, vehicles and bicycles along Route 111 and across the Route 25 Connector to Trumbull. The event honors Special Olympics athletes and promotes acceptance and inclusion for people of all abilities, while raising funds to support them. “Monroe’s finest are always involved in the best humanitarian events,” First Selectman Terry Rooney said. “The Special Olympics have become so imbedded in communities across the country giving many individuals…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — Masuk girls lacrosse, the No. 5 seed in the bracket, advanced to the Class L State Tournament semifinals with wins over No. 12…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — The Facilities Planning Committee decided to follow First Selectman Terry Rooney’s recommendation to focus on pursuing a project to build a new school…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — A 52-year-old Monroe woman was charged with DUI following a traffic stop on Monroe Turnpike, near the intersection with Route 34, on May…
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MONROE, Conn. — The annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Connecticut went through Monroe late Friday morning, as Monroe police officers, officers from other towns, and some citizens, ran behind police motorcycles, vehicles and bicycles along Route 111…
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MONROE, Conn. — Masuk girls lacrosse, the No. 5 seed in the bracket, advanced to the Class L State Tournament semifinals with wins over No. 12 New London in Tuesday’s opening round and No. 4 Fairfield Warde in the quarterfinals…
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MONROE, Conn. — The Facilities Planning Committee decided to follow First Selectman Terry Rooney’s recommendation to focus on pursuing a project to build a new school building to solve the district’s space issues, rather than the Ad Hoc Facilities Committee’s…
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MONROE, Conn. — A 52-year-old Monroe woman was charged with DUI following a traffic stop on Monroe Turnpike, near the intersection with Route 34, on May 29. Just before 10 p.m., officers responded to a complaint about an erratic driver,…
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Masuk High’s track and field athletes competed in the South-West Conference Championships at New Milford High and the Class L (girls) and MM (boys) at Willowbrook Park in New Britain. Top Masuk results from the SWC meet are as follows:…
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MONROE, Conn. — No. 4 Masuk blanked No. 13 Torrington 12-0 in a mercy-rule, five-inning no-hitter by pitcher Mary Saunders in Class L State Tournament second-round action on Wednesday. Saunders struck out 10 batters and launched a solo homer to…
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MONROE, Conn. — Stepney Elementary School Principal Ashley Furnari will now have someone to share the administrative workload, to take on more responsibilities at the busiest times and to be in charge of the building in her absence. A new…
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MONROE, Conn. — Those interested in learning more about the Monroe Volunteer Emergency Medical Service, considering becoming a member themselves, or who want to learn how to perform CPR and to stop bleeds during medical emergencies are welcome to attend…
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MONROE, Conn. — The annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Connecticut went through Monroe late Friday morning, as Monroe police officers, officers from other towns, and some citizens, ran behind police motorcycles, vehicles and bicycles along Route 111 and across the Route 25 Connector to Trumbull. The event…
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MONROE, Conn. — The Monroe Chamber of Commerce’s first annual Lee Hossler Memorial Golf Tournament was played under a clear blue sky at the Chris Bargas Golf Club at Whitney Farms Tuesday afternoon amid warm temperatures, a gentle breeze and plenty of sunshine. “The weather’s beautiful,” Chamber President Ray Giovanni said before 40 golfers took to the greens in their golf carts. “I think Lee had a lot to do with that.” Hossler, who passed away last January, is known for his long involvement with the town as a member of the Save Our Stepney Task Force and as “ambassador”…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — The Monroe Chamber of Commerce presents the first annual Lee Hossler Memorial Golf Tournament, which will be held at the Chris Bargas Golf…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — There is still time to sign up for the fourth annual Newtown Savings Bank Mile Down the Pike set for this Sunday, May…
Read MoreFelipe Simplicio decided to learn jiu jitsu to defend himself at age 16, while growing up in his native country of Brazil, but it soon evolved…
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MONROE, Conn. — Masuk girls lacrosse, the No. 5 seed in the bracket, advanced to the Class L State Tournament semifinals with wins over No. 12 New London in Tuesday’s opening round and No. 4 Fairfield Warde in the quarterfinals on Friday. The Panthers beat visiting New London 18-3. Charlotte Pinto scored five goals and Bailey Bajda netted four. Olivia LaBonte, a JV call-up, recorded three goals and Emma Troesser scored twice. In the win at Warde, Masuk trailed 3-2 after one period, and the game was tied 4-4 at the half. Troesser put the Panthers up 5-4 and assisted…
Read MoreMasuk High’s track and field athletes competed in the South-West Conference Championships at New Milford High and the Class L (girls) and MM (boys) at Willowbrook…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — No. 4 Masuk blanked No. 13 Torrington 12-0 in a mercy-rule, five-inning no-hitter by pitcher Mary Saunders in Class L State Tournament second-round…
Read MoreWATERBURY, Conn. — Masuk High’s baseball team, the No. 12 seed, defeated host and No. 5 Kaynor Tech 6-2 in the second round of the Class…
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MONROE, Conn. — The Facilities Planning Committee decided to follow First Selectman Terry Rooney’s recommendation to focus on…
MONROE, Conn. — Stepney Elementary School Principal Ashley Furnari will now have someone to share the administrative workload,…
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MONROE, Conn. — The annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Connecticut went through Monroe late Friday…
MONROE, Conn. — A 52-year-old Monroe woman was charged with DUI following a traffic stop on Monroe Turnpike,…
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Frank J. Frulla, 73, of Monroe, Conn., passed away suddenly on May 27, 2026. He was born on…
Felicia Elizabeth Valus, (Wishneski), 93, formerly of Monroe, Conn., and most recently of Port Saint Lucie, Fla., passed…