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MONROE, CT — A beautiful poppy display adorns the front lawn of Monroe Elementary School every Memorial Day. The flower symbolizes those who sacrificed their lives fighting for freedom in U.S. military conflicts over the years. Monroe Elementary’s display is dedicated in memory of William Ayles, a Monroe resident who served as past commander of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10059. Traci Sacco, a school counselor at Monroe Elementary School, who established the annual display with assistance from art teacher, Megan Anderson, was recently honored by the post through the Smart/Maher National Citizenship Education Teacher program. Sacco is a Teacher…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A late, tie-breaking goal propelled the Masuk High boys lacrosse team to an exciting 7-6 season-opening win over visiting Newington on Saturday. A.J.…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Two Masuk High School and two middle school teams qualified for the 2025 VEX Robotics World Championship, to be held at the Kay…
Read MoreFAIRFIELD, CT — The Center for Family Justice (CFJ) invites the public to help raise awareness and take a stand against gender-based violence and raise funds…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — As a news reporter, I’ve written about police officers for the past three decades, but on Thursday afternoon I found myself deputized as…
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MONROE, CT — Chabad Lubavitch of Southern Connecticut welcomes residents to a Menorah lighting in celebration of Chanukah to be held front of Monroe Town Hall tonight, Monday, Dec. 30, at 6 p.m. The event will include the lighting of…
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SHELTON, CT — Following a hard-fought 6-5 defeat to Branford in Northford on Dec. 21 the Masuk High boys hockey team skated to a 6-3 win over visiting Woodstock Academy at the Sports Center of Connecticut on Saturday. In the…
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MONROE, CT — The Masuk High boys basketball team captured the Hardwood Holiday Classic Championship by defeating Greenwich on Friday and Bunnell on Saturday. This tourney was to be hosted by Greenwich, but moved to Monroe due to a broken…
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Dorothy H. Fourchette, 98, of Monroe, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on December 26, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late John Fourchette. Dorothy will be deeply mourned by her children, Geraldine Westover…
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MONROE, CT — A 40-year-old Monroe man was charged with DUI, reckless driving and evading after allegedly hitting a police vehicle head-on on East Maiden Lane, and hitting another vehicle on Elm Street with his silver 2017 BMW 330 on…
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MONROE, CT — With one meet under its belt the Masuk High boys swim team turned its attention to a lengthy stretch of practice time as the Panthers dive in for regular, weekly competition. Masuk defeated visiting Newtown 92-82 on…
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MONROE, CT — Guests attending the First Selectman Rooney Foundation’s fundraising gala at Testo’s restaurant, 505 Main St., on Dec. 14 donated over 300 unwrapped toys to families The Center for Family Justice serves, lifting the spirits of children impacted…
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MONROE, CT — The Masuk High boys basketball team opened the season with a 65-53 win over visiting Trumbull on Friday. Coach Pete Szklarz said it was a total team effort. Mitch DeBernardo led the way with 26 points, eight…
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MONROE, CT — A traffic stop at the intersection of routes 111 and 25 in Trumbull turned into arrests of four burglary suspects, who allegedly stole about $5,650 worth of scrap metal and pipes from Production Metals, 421 Old Zoar…
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MONROE, CT — The Rotary Club of Monroe had a busy fall season of service projects. Earlier this year, Rotary conducted a month-long effort, “Let’s Get Personal,” collecting over 1,000 pounds of personal hygiene products, as well as cash donations,…
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MONROE, CT — A beautiful poppy display adorns the front lawn of Monroe Elementary School every Memorial Day. The flower symbolizes those who sacrificed their lives fighting for freedom in U.S. military conflicts over the years. Monroe Elementary’s display is dedicated in memory of William Ayles, a Monroe resident who…
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In the competitive world of real estate, success is often measured by milestones that reflect both growth and excellence. For Monroe-based real estate brokerage BHGRE Gaetano Marra Homes, that success has come rapidly, earning national recognition and firmly establishing the firm as one of the top players in the industry. In less than five years, Broker/Owner Gaetano Marra has propelled the business to extraordinary heights, culminating in the prestigious Founders Circle award from Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate (BHGRE), a distinction that places his office among the top 20 of nearly 500 Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate offices…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — McDonald’s parking lot filled up quickly and families parking in the Village Square shopping center had to brave the crosswalk on Monroe Turnpike…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A white banner hanging below the green Salon Aponte sign at Tollgate Plaza, 838 Main St., Saturday afternoon carried the message: “Celebrating Our…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Family Shoes’ store sign is down and it has been closed since Dec. 23, but the owners announced a reopening from Saturday, Feb.…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Jessica Iannotta’s fifth grade science teacher sparked her interest in nutrition, when she was growing up on Long Island. A registered dietitian of…
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MONROE, CT — A late, tie-breaking goal propelled the Masuk High boys lacrosse team to an exciting 7-6 season-opening win over visiting Newington on Saturday. A.J. Cavanaugh took a pass from Cole Henderson and deposited the game-winner with 3:34 remaining. Henderson and Andrew Picci both recorded hat-tricks to help lead the offense. Henderson had a big day with three assists for six points, Picci assisted on two goals and Cavanaugh also set up a tally. Max Viglione had five ground ball scoops and Kyle Riley and Picci had four ground balls each. Masuk goaltender Jake Kyle made nine saves. Masuk…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Hopes are high for success on the Masuk baseball diamond this spring. “We have the goal of qualifying for our league and state…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Masuk High volleyball fans should be very familiar with the new head coach of the boys program. Daniel Nyitrai was Masuk’s assistant boys…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Coach Terry Stroz and the Masuk High boys lacrosse team are looking for day-to-day development to add up to end-of-season success this spring.…
Read MoreBrendan Kirberger, Jack McHugh and Carter Adragna grew up swimming for the Shelton Rapids together, and their friend, Mason Eannotti, swam on the younger teams. Their…
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MONROE, CT — A beautiful poppy display adorns the front lawn of Monroe Elementary School every Memorial Day.…
MONROE, CT — Masuk High School invites members of the public to volunteer as community judges for the…
MONROE, CT — Residents can express their opinions on potential school space solutions as the Board of Education’s…
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MONROE, CT — As a news reporter, I’ve written about police officers for the past three decades, but…
MONROE, CT — Detectives investigating the Zoom bombing of a town budget hearing in March, in which racist…
MONROE, CT — The Penguin Plunge attracted over 150 participants last Saturday, who rushed into the frigid waters…
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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…