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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 MoreThe Weller Foundation, Inc., recently recognized six Masuk High School seniors competing for Barton L. Weller Scholarships for their outstanding achievements with awards. Established in 1978, this scholarship program is presented to a senior for a five-month original independent study…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Sameeha Yara Malak Shaik, a Masuk High School senior, was chosen by her school to receive the Sarah Riggs Humphreys-Mary Silliman Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution Outstanding Work in American History certificate and bronze medal for…
Read MoreFAIRFIELD, CT – Notre Dame High School’s 64th annual commencement ceremony, held on the school’s campus at 220 Jefferson St. May 31, awarded diplomas to 134 students, including six from Monroe. Among the Monroe graduates were Elyssa Gonzalez, Niah Africot,…
Read MoreBrothers Geoffrey Takacs, 22, and Jake, 20, are both pursuing careers as officers in the U.S. Army, but their father Greg describes them as opposites. “It’s about the camaraderie and brotherhood for Jake and being held to achieving the highest…
Read MoreMasuk High’s girls golf team put together an impressive postseason. The Panthers, coming off a second-place finish in the South-West Conference Championships in late May, came in third at the Division II State Championship match. Masuk scored 420 and finished…
Read MoreHARTFORD, CT — Despite a loss in the Class M State Tournament semifinals, the No. 5 Masuk High boys volleyball team had something to celebrate. Nathan Kurkoski collected 31 assists and, in the process, reached 2,000 assists for his career…
Read MoreWATERTOWN, CT — Top seed Masuk defeated No. 4 Cheshire 15-4 in the Class L State Tournament semifinals, at neutral site Watertown High on Tuesday night. Masuk will now face No. 3 Simsbury in Saturday’s title game, at Sacred Heart…
Read MoreMERIDEN, CT — It will be 1 versus 2 for the title. The No. 1 seed Masuk High softball team defeated No. 13 Guilford 4-2 in Tuesday’s Class L State Tournament semifinal at Dunn Sports Complex and will face No. 2…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Beth Cliff, of Easton, accepted the Democratic Party nomination to run as its candidate for Connecticut’s 112th House District seat in November. She will challenge incumbent Republican, Tony Scott, for the right to represent Monroe, nearly half…
Read MoreJennifer Evelyn Singleton Roman, of East Lyme unexpectedly passed away on May 28, 2024 at the young age of 51. An amazing mother, sister, aunt, teacher and friend, those who were lucky enough to have Jenn in their life know…
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…
Public Safety
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…