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MONROE, CT — Capital projects within the approved 2024-2025 town budget include over $2 million worth of safety equipment for first responders and facilities upgrades for Monroe’s public schools, however, the approval of voters is still needed to make it a reality. On Monday night the Town Council unanimously agreed to schedule a Town Meeting for two bonding authorizations on Tuesday, Jan. 21, at 6 p.m. The proposed bonding includes: A $1,830,000 appropriation for costs including, but not limited to, carpet replacements at Masuk High and Jockey Hollow Middle schools, and a roof replacement at Jockey Hollow Middle School. The…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Family Shoes is extending the hours for its combined shoe and estate sale to Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — John S. Traynor, president of Cambridge Trust Wealth Management Connecticut, was the keynote speaker of the Fairfield County Commercial Brokers Network’s 25th annual luncheon…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A New Haven man was arrested on a slew of charges after police say he was passed out behind the wheel of a…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A small New England town was stunned by tragedy when eight-year-old Renee Freer was found bludgeoned to death in a wooded area about…
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MONROE, CT — Christmas ornaments, old fashioned runner sleds, baked goods, toys and figurines are among the items on display inside the East Village Meeting House, 433 Barn Hill Road, for the Monroe Historical Society’s annual Christmas Fair. Parking spaces…
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NEWTOWN, CT — This Christmas, Newtown Stage Company will bring “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical” to the Edmond Town Hall stage Dec. 13-15 and many Monroe residents are involved. “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” has surged in popularity…
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Marching in the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade before cheering crowds and a TV audience of millions may seem glamorous to most, but two band members from Masuk High School tells stories of a grueling schedule, little sleep and of…
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First Unified Homecoming Dance REDDING, CT — Students from the Masuk High School Unified Sports Team recently participated in the 1st Annual Unified Homecoming Dance. The dance, which was organized by the Joel Barlow High School Unified Sports Team, was…
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TORRINGTON, CT — The No. 6 seed Masuk High football team traveled to No. 3 Torrington and toppled the host team 41-0 in the snow for a Class MM State Playoff quarterfinal victory Tuesday night. With the win, the Panthers…
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Shakha Moore honed his boxing skills under the tutelage of the legendary Deacon John Harris at age 11, while growing up in South Norwalk. Harris taught the sport to keep kids out of trouble amid the temptation of drug dealing…
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Christine Sadler Ehlers, 87, passed away on November 8, 2024, in Newtown Square, Penn. Born on April 1, 1937, Chris was known by friends and family for her generosity, kindness, love and selflessness throughout her life. Chris graduated from Andrew…
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MONROE, CT — A 53-year-old Trumbull woman was charged with DUI Saturday night, after a police officer saw her allegedly fail to obey a stop sign at the intersection of Porters Hill and Purdy Hill roads in her gray Honda…
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MONROE, CT — The Monroe Giving Tree Program, which brightens the holidays for town families in need when people generously donate gifts every year, is currently running behind. In fact, 143 gifts were still available as of Monday morning, according…
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BOSTON, Mass. — Masuk High School Social Studies teachers Emily Woznick and Megan Bartosik, and Instructional Leader Jamie Sherry, showcased their innovative teaching methods at the National Council for Social Studies (NCSS) conference in Boston on Nov. 22. Their presentation,…
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MONROE, CT — Capital projects within the approved 2024-2025 town budget include over $2 million worth of safety equipment for first responders and facilities upgrades for Monroe’s public schools, however, the approval of voters is still needed to make it a reality. On Monday night the Town Council unanimously agreed…
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MONROE, CT — Family Shoes is extending the hours for its combined shoe and estate sale to Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. until Christmas. The business, which had been open sporadically over the past 20 years, was once a thriving shoe store in the Chuck’s Corner shopping center at 150 Main St. Its founder, Stephen Chuckta Sr., recently passed away, so his children decided to sell the remaining shoes that are in good condition, as well as a wide variety of estate items, before closing its doors for good, making way for a new business…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — John S. Traynor, president of Cambridge Trust Wealth Management Connecticut, was the keynote speaker of the Fairfield County Commercial Brokers Network’s 25th annual luncheon…
Read MoreShakha Moore honed his boxing skills under the tutelage of the legendary Deacon John Harris at age 11, while growing up in South Norwalk. Harris taught…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A new 7,500-square-foot general store will be built at 685 Main St., on the site of the former hot dog stand near Northbrook…
Read MoreDecades ago, families descended upon Family Shoes at Chuck’s Corner, 150 Main St. in Monroe, before the new school year as shoppers bought shoes and sneakers…
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MONROE, CT — This video captures the Masuk Panthers taking the field for their CIAC Class MM State Semifinal game against Bunnell High School, the closing seconds of their 41-13 victory, and Head Coach Steve Christy celebrating with his players. Masuk will take on Windsor in the championship game Friday.…
Read MoreMasuk Head Football Coach Steve Christy’s Panthers regained their health for the postseason and are now clicking on all cylinders, steamrolling opponents on their way to…
Read MoreTORRINGTON, CT — The No. 6 seed Masuk High football team traveled to No. 3 Torrington and toppled the host team 41-0 in the snow for…
Read MoreShakha Moore honed his boxing skills under the tutelage of the legendary Deacon John Harris at age 11, while growing up in South Norwalk. Harris taught…
Read MoreBIDDEFORD, Maine — Colin Meropoulos, of Monroe, a standout defensive lineman at Endicott College, registered a 20-yard sack in the second quarter during a 39-7 romp…
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Marching in the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade before cheering crowds and a TV audience of millions may…
BOSTON, Mass. — Masuk High School Social Studies teachers Emily Woznick and Megan Bartosik, and Instructional Leader Jamie…
Masuk High School senior Claudia Mensah has been selected as a finalist for the prestigious $22,000 Barton L.…
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MONROE, CT — A New Haven man was arrested on a slew of charges after police say he…
MONROE, CT — A small New England town was stunned by tragedy when eight-year-old Renee Freer was found…
MONROE, CT — A Watch Hill Road resident told police someone in a silver or bluish sedan pulled…
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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…