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MONROE, CT — Everything is clicking for the Masuk High boys volleyball team thus far. Through their first four matches — all on home court — the Panthers are unbeaten. They handled visiting Darien 3-1 (25-23, 25-19, 24-26, 25-12) on Saturday. Dan Ferris had 21 kills and 13 digs; and Nathan Kurkoski registered 39 assists, 10 digs and 2 aces. Masuk had won its previous three in the minimum three sets, beating St. Joseph of Trumbull April 5, New Milford April 7 and Pomperaug of Soutbury on April 9. Against St. Joes, Coach Dan Nyitrai’s squad won 25-6, 25-11, 25-13. Michael Majersky logged…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A project to install lights at crosswalks on Pepper Street and Cutlers Farm Road got underway this week to improve safety along that…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A Wheeler Road man allegedly threatened to sic his dogs on a female Monroe Tax Collector’s Office employee Monday afternoon, during a phone…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Monroe’s highway crews clear snow from town roads, allowing access for emergency vehicles, residents making their daily commutes, and for bus drivers safely…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Organizers of Masuk High School’s Post Prom, an annual party held after prom in a safe environment at the school, still need volunteers…
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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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Masuk High School staff, students, sports teams, family and friends sponsored 150 children in a Giving Tree program this holiday season, donating over 300 gifts and throwing a bash for families in need at the Students With Academic Growth (S.W.A.G.)…
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MONROE, CT — Masuk High School’s winter concert featured songs played by the Masuk Jazz Band, Masuk Sax Quintet and the Masuk concert band on Jan. 10. “For those who are at your first Masuk High School Band concert, I’m…
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MONROE, CT — Everything is clicking for the Masuk High boys volleyball team thus far. Through their first four matches — all on home court — the Panthers are unbeaten. They handled visiting Darien 3-1 (25-23, 25-19, 24-26, 25-12) on Saturday. Dan Ferris had 21 kills and 13 digs; and…
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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 — Everything is clicking for the Masuk High boys volleyball team thus far. Through their first four matches — all on home court — the Panthers are unbeaten. They handled visiting Darien 3-1 (25-23, 25-19, 24-26, 25-12) on Saturday. Dan Ferris had 21 kills and 13 digs; and Nathan Kurkoski registered 39 assists, 10 digs and 2 aces. Masuk had won its previous three in the minimum three sets, beating St. Joseph of Trumbull April 5, New Milford April 7 and Pomperaug of Soutbury on April 9. Against St. Joes, Coach Dan Nyitrai’s squad won 25-6, 25-11, 25-13. Michael Majersky logged…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Coming off a Class L State Championship in 2024, Masuk High’s girls lacrosse team is looking to repeat and contend for a South-West…
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 — 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…
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MONROE, CT — Organizers of Masuk High School’s Post Prom, an annual party held after prom in a…
MONROE, CT — Superintendent Joseph Kobza created a priority list of things he wants to bring back most…
MONROE, CT — The Board of Finance is holding a budget workshop at Monroe Town Hall at 6…
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MONROE, CT — A project to install lights at crosswalks on Pepper Street and Cutlers Farm Road got…
MONROE, CT — A Wheeler Road man allegedly threatened to sic his dogs on a female Monroe Tax…
MONROE, CT — As a news reporter, I’ve written about police officers for the past three decades, but…
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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…