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See all »MONROE, CT — Masuk High’s boys soccer team closed out September and began play in October with some low-scoring action against tough opponents in and out of conference. On Sept. 23, Masuk took on Abbott RVT at Broadview Middle School in Danbury. Anthony D’Auria scored in the first half for an early lead. Masuk held off Abbot’s attacking offense until 17 minutes left in the second half. But Abbott scored twice in the late stages of the game for a 2-1 win. Masuk visited Stratford High the next day. Both teams were playing excellent defense going into a scoreless half.…
Read MoreEASTON, CT — A rally defending women’s reproductive rights attracted close to 70 people, who gathered in front of the Morehouse Pavilion on a sunny, fall…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A developer will build a new 16,000-square-foot warehouse at 588 Pepper St. to store equipment and supplies from an HVAC business on the industrial…
Read MoreDennis Bradshaw dedicated 20 years of his life to public service as a Monroe police officer before his retirement. He was the first K-9 handler on…
Read MoreAshok Gadkar-Wilcox came to the U.S. as part of a wave of immigration from India and his hard work and marketable skills as an engineer enabled…
Read MoreLife has been full of surprises for Masuk High School senior Maile Booth. She was accepted to the University of the Arts in Philadelphia and even had a roommate lined up, only to see an Instagram post on Prom Night…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Monroe Congregational Church’s 52nd annual Strawberry Festival attracted a crowd on the church green and grounds, at 34 Church St., Saturday. The old-fashioned, New England church festival with modern twists offers something for the whole family. Fair…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Despite the chance of possible thunderstorms and a little rain, residents from Monroe and neighboring towns flooded the green to kick off opening day of the Monroe Farmers’ Market’s 17th season Friday afternoon. “We are a rain…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Multiple vehicles, trailers and traditional storage units were broken into during a burglary of CubeSmart Wednesday morning. The manager of the 873 Main St. business called police to report the incident at 9:12 a.m. Police said campers…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — An experiment. That’s what, in effect, parts of the start of high school was for the 2024 graduating class. There was mask wearing, social distancing, remote learning, and cancellation of and later an ease back into activities…
Read MoreMasuk High’s Tristan Smith took first place in the shot put event at the New England Championships at the University of New Hampshire in Durham on June 8. Smith took the title with a throw of 61-feet-5 inches. The top…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Monroe Parks and Recreation is hosting Family Character Nights at Great Hollow Lake throughout the summer on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Character Nights are free for Monroe residents, who have a valid Wolfe Park sticker.…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Monroe Parks and Recreation’s 36th annual Arts in the Park Summer Concert Series will bring live music to Wolfe Park on Friday nights. “We are bringing some great entertainment to the stage area on six select Friday…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Jockey Hollow Middle School’s class of 260 eighth graders received their certificates during a recognition ceremony on Masuk High School’s Benedict Field Tuesday, as family and friends packed the bleachers under a bright evening sun. Principal Julia…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Residents living in the Garder Road area may hear explosions today and Wednesday afternoon. But Fire Marshal William “Bill” Davin says there’s no need to be alarmed. The FBI and Connecticut State Police bomb squads are holding a…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Masuk High’s boys soccer team closed out September and began play in October with some low-scoring action against tough opponents in and out of conference. On Sept. 23, Masuk took on Abbott RVT at Broadview Middle School in Danbury. Anthony D’Auria scored in the first half for…
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See all »MONROE, CT — Sip & Scoop goes way beyond vanilla. The menu at the ice cream shop at 590 Main St. allows imaginations to run wild with flavors like Cookie Monster, Mint Choco Chip and Strawberry Cheesecake. During a visit Tuesday afternoon, Governor Ned Lamont opted for a cold drink — Strawberry Dragon Fruit. Several public officials stopped by Sip & Scoop after a press conference announcing the opening of the U.S. Small Business Recovery Center for Fairfield County at the Monroe Police Department, which will assist businesses hurt by the massive flooding on Aug. 18. Among the speakers was…
Read MoreEsli Molina, 37, worked at pizzerias in Norwalk and Greenwich in his 20s, learning the business in hopes of owning his own restaurant one day. Thirteen…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — El Sol Deli is known for its Mexican-American fusion, serving its patrons cold cuts, sandwiches, traditional chicken cutlets and Philly cheesesteaks, as well…
Read MoreThis story was originally published by CTNewsJunkie.com, and may not be republished or otherwise reproduced without written permission from CTNewsJunkie.com. State officials announced new funding for…
Read MoreMonroe businesses in Stevenson are still recovering from Sunday’s flood damage with either a loss of customer traffic along Route 34, or extensive damage to infrastructure,…
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See all »MONROE, CT — Masuk High’s boys soccer team closed out September and began play in October with some low-scoring action against tough opponents in and out of conference. On Sept. 23, Masuk took on Abbott RVT at Broadview Middle School in Danbury. Anthony D’Auria scored in the first half for an early lead. Masuk held off Abbot’s attacking offense until 17 minutes left in the second half. But Abbott scored twice in the late stages of the game for a 2-1 win. Masuk visited Stratford High the next day. Both teams were playing excellent defense going into a scoreless half.…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Goals came in bunches this past week for the Masuk High girls soccer team as Panthers dominated in a trio of home games,…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Masuk High’s girls swim and dive team split a pair of meets this week, falling 96-86 to Brookfield on Sept. 24 and defeating…
Read MoreNEW CANAAN, CT — In a clash between unbeatens the Masuk High football team blanked host New Canaan 14-0 on Friday night. Masuk (3-0) holds the…
Read MoreWESTON, CT — Masuk High’s field hockey team won its second game of the fall with a 3-2 edging of host Weston on Sept. 23. Abby…
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See all »MONROE, CT — In the past couple of years, social media and every news station have been filled…
MONROE, CT — A state investigation is underway to determine the identity of the person who made a…
MONROE, CT — Monroe has six old school buildings with outdated windows and doors, aging mechanicals and bathrooms…
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See all »MONROE, CT — In the past couple of years, social media and every news station have been filled…
MONROE, CT — A state investigation is underway to determine the identity of the person who made a…
MONROE, CT — Police are investing an attempted burglary at Sippin Energy Products, 234 Main St., that took…
Home & Garden
See all »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…