MONROE, CT — Masuk fell behind 21-3 to a tough Wilton football team in the rain, while hosting a semifinals matchup in the Class MM playoffs Sunday, but the momentum began to shift in the third quarter. The Panthers made…
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Holiday music and stories filled the air on Stepney Green Saturday night with the help of the Just Voice Singers, as well as the late President James and his wife Elizabeth Monroe’s rendition of “’Twas the night before Christmas”. The…
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Hot chocolate and cider, Christmas carols, candy canes and of course a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus were all part of the Monroe Women’s Club’s 20th Annual Tree Lighting on Saturday. The event took place on and around the…
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Monroe residents got into the Christmas spirit with a series of holiday-themed events during the day Saturday, hours before two tree lighting ceremonies featuring Santa and Mrs. Claus and Frosty the Snowman. A line formed outside the East Village-Barn Hill…
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MONROE, CT — Electrical and cooking hazards, improper disposal of fireworks and the build up of lint in a dryer played roles in starting fires in people’s homes over the past few weeks, according to Monroe Fire Chief Kevin Catalano.…
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MONROE, CT — A 47-year-old Shelton man was taken to St. Vincent’s Medical Center for treatment of injuries after running over a stop sign on Barn Hill Road with his Nissan Frontier, going into the woods and hitting a tree…
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MONROE, CT — Girls on the Monroe Lions D10 Cheerleading Team extended an exceptional season with a top three finish in the Regional Competition in New Hampshire on Nov. 19, earning an invitation to compete in the AYC National Championship…
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MONROE, CT — Monroe has several holiday-themed events for individuals and families this weekend, including two tree lightings on Saturday, one at the gazebo in front of Town Hall and the other on Stepney Green. It will also be a…
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MONROE, CT — Despite an investigation that has put a cloud over Masuk’s football program, the team continues to win on the field. The Panthers beat Cheshire 42-21 at home in the quarterfinals of the Class MM playoffs Tuesday to…
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Editor: At the Nov. 16 P&Z meeting I asked how it happened that an auto body collision repair business was approved on Main St. in a B1 zone where it is clearly not allowed. When no one replied, I then…
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MONROE, CT — Masuk fell behind 21-3 to a tough Wilton football team in the rain, while hosting a semifinals matchup in the Class MM playoffs Sunday, but the momentum began to shift in the third quarter. The Panthers made a defensive stand deep in their own territory, then quarterback Rob Klein threw a deep pass down the middle of the field, hitting wide received Shane Walker, who got behind two defensive backs and raced to the end zone for a 94 yard touchdown. Jackson Zylick, who made a 28 yard field goal to put Masuk up 3-0 in the…
Read MoreHoliday music and stories filled the air on Stepney Green Saturday night with the help of the Just Voice Singers, as well as the late President…
Read MoreHot chocolate and cider, Christmas carols, candy canes and of course a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus were all part of the Monroe Women’s Club’s…
Read MoreMonroe residents got into the Christmas spirit with a series of holiday-themed events during the day Saturday, hours before two tree lighting ceremonies featuring Santa and…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Electrical and cooking hazards, improper disposal of fireworks and the build up of lint in a dryer played roles in starting fires in…
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MONROE, CT — Residents shopping for a clothes and accessories, a bottle of wine, toys for their children and taking their family out to dinner this Saturday have no shortage of options in Monroe. When schools, youth sports organizations and programs like Project Warmth and the Monroe Food Pantry need financial assistance, it’s the town’s generous small business owners who always step up to help. Small businesses are an important part of Monroe’s character, but staying afloat while competing with national chains and internet shopping poses a constant challenge. This Saturday is Small Business Saturday, a day to celebrate and…
Read MoreJessica Snyder, of Trumbull, smiled while watching her 20-month-old daughter, Peyton, hold a bouquet of colorful balloons while riding a toy unicorn on the floor of…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Thomas Schinella, of United Properties, remembers working with his father, Michael Schinella Sr., to find a grocery store as part of an ambitious…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Planning and Zoning Commission members will review an application to build an O’Reilly Auto Parts store at 215 Monroe Turnpike. A hearing will…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Mitchell Thomson started working at Jersey Mike’s Subs in Wall Township as an hourly employee at age 14, while growing up in New…
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MONROE, CT — Mike Putnam’s video highlights capture the excitement of Masuk’s 42-21 Class MM playoff win over Cheshire at Benedict Field Tuesday night. All respectful comments with the commenter’s first and last name are welcome.…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — An incomplete lateral pass was scooped up by a Cheshire Rams defender, who ran it into the end zone for a quick 7-0…
Read MoreNEWTOWN, CT — In a battle of South-West Conference football foes looking to bolster their state playoff seedings, the visiting Masuk High Panthers defeated Newtown 42-20…
Read MoreMasuk Girls Swimming and Diving Team Coach Emily DeMace shared results from the State Finals at Southern Connecticut State University last Tuesday. “We had six best…
Read MoreMADISON, CT — Head Coach Matt Duffy’s fourth-grade Monroe Lions youth football team took a 10-0 record into the AYF Shoreline Championship game against Newtown Saturday…
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Keller J. Hall, a Masuk High School senior, was selected as a finalist to compete for the $18,000…
Chris Herren, a basketball star who nearly lost everything to drugs and has since become a well-known advocate…
MONROE, CT — Every year, Masuk High School juniors and seniors attending their prom night can come to…
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MONROE, CT — Electrical and cooking hazards, improper disposal of fireworks and the build up of lint in…
MONROE, CT — A 47-year-old Shelton man was taken to St. Vincent’s Medical Center for treatment of injuries…
MONROE, CT — Two Lynn Drive residents evacuated their home safely during a laundry room fire Sunday night,…
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You may not know the name, but you most likely have seen Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris). It is an…
Hummingbirds are a treat to see. They are so quick you often hear the hum before you see…
Have you ever read about the amazing journey of Monarch butterflies and wondered if you could help support…