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Dear Editor, Wow … On voter turnout (plus 21 percent), on percentage of yes votes (plus 60 percent) and on level of energy (Richter scale 8.5!). The town’s residents have emphatically made their opinion felt and known. This is going to be very helpful for all of us moving forward in a specific direction based on the town’s vote. Appreciate all the various town entities involved in the budget process, as well as the residents’ feedback. Particularly appreciate the first selectman’s ability in being able to navigate this budget cycle based upon all the various entities’ input he had received.…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — Voters overwhelmingly supported the $113.6 million town budget proposal for fiscal year 2026-27 at referendum Tuesday, approving it by a vote of 1,864…
Read MoreNEWTOWN, Conn. — Newtown High School senior Claire DiNoto, founder and president of the College Application Prep (NHS CAP) Club, is organizing a silent art auction…
Read MoreDaniel S. Greenberg, of Newtown, Conn., passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 22, 2026. He was 76. Danny was born to Leonard and Celeste…
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Mary Magdaline Christine Saray Massar was born to Andrew and Marie Saray in Ciganovce, Czechoslovakia on September 21, 1936, while her parents were there visiting relatives. She grew up in Jersey City, the youngest of three siblings, and stepped up…
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Dear Editor, Peggy Villiani has always said, “Monroe First.” The Connecticut State Colleges and University system has a bi-annual budget of $498 million, or $249 million per year. CSCU is currently holding a Reserve Fund Balance of approximately $611 million,…
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GREENWICH, Conn. — Joaquin Dao-Crespo, a junior at Masuk High School, represented his school at the Connecticut State High School Fencing Championship held at Greenwich High School. Dao-Crespo delivered a strong performance throughout the competition. He finished undefeated in his…
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Phyllis (Discepolo) Kansky passed away peacefully at her home on March 12, 2026, at age 90. She was born in Bridgeport, Conn., daughter to the late Phyllis (Santillo) Discepolo, and grew up in Bridgeport and the Cleveland, Ohio area. Phyllis…
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MONROE, Conn. — Beginning with the preamble, “We the people … ,” the Constitution of the United States is the law of the land, outlining the freedoms Americans enjoy, governmental powers and a system of checks and balances to ensure…
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MONROE, Conn. — Masuk High School’s production of “Mamma Mia” opened last weekend and three more performances are coming up this weekend. The musical is directed by Michael Katz and produced by Brittany Bartek. For ticket information, click here. All…
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NEW HAVEN, Conn. — The boys swimming and diving season wrapped up with the State Open this week — diving was held in Middletown on Thursday and the swim events at Yale University Saturday. Masuk High’s competitors finished on a…
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To the editor, Amazing! Masuk’s “Mamma Mia” production had it all: great sets, costumes, energy, lighting, sound system, band, and, of course, incredibly talented students. With a crew of 50, 60 performers and, also, double casting the lead roles, at…
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Dear Editor, Wow … On voter turnout (plus 21 percent), on percentage of yes votes (plus 60 percent) and on level of energy (Richter scale 8.5!). The town’s residents have emphatically made their opinion felt and known. This is going to be very helpful for all of us moving forward…
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Felipe 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 into a love of the sport, numerous medals won in tournaments and to teaching students at his own academy, RedZone Jiu Jitsu, which opened in Clock Tower Square, 477 Main St. in Monroe, Conn., on February 3, 2025. “Since I was 13, I was bullied in school and thought, ‘I’m done with this,'” Simplicio said during a recent interview at RedZone. “I wanted to be able to protect myself. I fell in love with…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — Town Fair Tire wants to move into the former Rite Aid pharmacy building at the corner of Route 111 and Cross Hill Road…
Read MoreFAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. — In a major development for the regional and Connecticut real estate market, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gaetano Marra Homes announced…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — Alfonzo DeSimone Sr., a Neapolitan immigrant, prepared pizza pies in his business, Savoy Bakery, in the rear of the three-family home he and…
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BETHEL, Conn. — The Jockey Hollow Middle School track and field team recently traveled to Bethel to compete against Bethel, Whisconier and Dover middle schools in its first meet of the year. Several Lions placed in the top five in their events, on a day with five first place finishes. “We are so proud of every student on our team,” said Donald Casey Jr., who is in his fourth year as Jockey Hollow’s coach. “Each student tried their best and established personal records in their events. Overall, a superb effort by the entire team.” Below are the top five performers…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — Teamwork and a sense of community were on full display this spring in the gyms of Monroe’s elementary schools. Stepney, Fawn Hollow and…
Read MoreMasuk High’s baseball team followed up a 10-7 loss to host Pomperaug on April 24 with a pair of convincing wins, 16-2 at Bassick on Monday…
Read MoreMasuk High’s boys volleyball team had a three-match winning streak in late April and carries an 8-5 record into the month of May. Recent match results:…
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NEWTOWN, Conn. — Newtown High School senior Claire DiNoto, founder and president of the College Application Prep (NHS…
MONROE, Conn. — Monroe Public Schools’ annual Celebration of Reading was held on Monday morning amid a celebration…
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MONROE, Conn. — Baileigh Kearney, 14, a Jockey Hollow Middle School eighth grader, had suffered from an infected…
MONROE, Conn. — A 31-year-old Bridgeport woman allegedly stole credit and bank card information from eight co-workers at…
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Daniel S. Greenberg, of Newtown, Conn., passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 22, 2026. He was…
Mary Magdaline Christine Saray Massar was born to Andrew and Marie Saray in Ciganovce, Czechoslovakia on September 21,…