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On Christmas day of 1938, the world welcomed Emanuel “Manny” Cambra Jr., only son of Emanuel Sr. and Frances Cambra. Manny began life in a rural community, excelled at New York Military Academy – graduating salutatorian, and launched into a life dedicated to family and service to others. Above all material things, Manny dedicated his life to the Church. As part of Saint Jude Parish in Monroe since 1981, Manny was a dedicated and active member, taking on the roles of eucharistic minister, Catechism teacher to children, and leader of a men’s Bible study group. He took great pride in…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Stepney Elementary School welcomed 19 veterans to their morning assembly for Veterans Day Monday, when children proudly introduced their loved ones who served.…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Monroe Elementary School fourth-graders sang patriotic songs for veterans visiting their school on Veterans Day Monday, before hosting their visitors in a classroom…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Fawn Hollow Elementary School Principal Leigh Metcalf Ances shared photos from her school’s Veterans Day program when local veterans interacted with children Monday.…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Masuk High School welcomed four Monroe veterans, who shared their personal stories of service and sacrifice with students in the school library last…
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The Masuk High girls’ basketball team breezed to victory in each of its first two games. The Panthers duplicated their offensive output and held the oppositions to a baker’s dozen and a dozen points with a 54-13 win over host…
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MONROE, CT — A woman drove away from The Goddard School on Monroe Turnpike in her Kia on Dec. 13, when she noticed it was making a loud noise. When she took her car to a mechanic, he told her…
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MONROE, CT — Masuk boys’ hockey came out on all cylinders offensively, scoring eight goals in its season opener, an 8-2 victory over Shepaug co-op Wednesday. Drew Scalia led the charge for the Panthers, scoring four goals. AJ Michetti had…
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MONROE, CT — Town officials gave an update on the local economy during the Monroe Chamber of Commerce’s holiday luncheon at Jennie’s Pizzeria on Monroe Turnpike Tuesday afternoon. First Selectman Ken Kellogg talked about the Panera Café being built at Towne…
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MONROE, CT — Tom Simonetti will play all 25 characters in Charles Dicken’s “A Christmas Carol”, from Ebeneezer Scrooge to Tiny Tim, in a play at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 175 Old Tanner Road, this Saturday, Dec. 18, with showings at…
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MONROE, CT — Masuk High’s boys’ swimming team enters into the season with a wealth of short-distance event specialists as the Panthers look to pile up victories. “I think we have a pretty good chance of winning a lot of our meets,”…
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MONROE, CT – It has been a couple years, and now high school wrestling is back. After the 2020-21 season was canceled due to the coronavirus, grapplers are set to compete once again. Masuk High will kicked off their season…
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MONROE, CT — Rick Henderson is best known for his 16 years as president of Monroe Lions youth football, as well as his coaching in the successful program. But it was Henderson’s willingness to share his resources with preschool soccer…
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MONROE, CT — Carrubba Inc., which specializes in the creation of custom fragrances, flavors, botanical extracts and natural deodorants, has outgrown its headquarters at 500 Pepper St., but plans to stay in Monroe. Last week, the Planning and Zoning Commission approved…
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MONROE, CT — A self-storage facility is the third business that will open on the old Stevenson Lumber property on Monroe Turnpike. Planning and Zoning commissioners unanimously approved a special exception permit last week. The developer will convert a former warehouse…
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On Christmas day of 1938, the world welcomed Emanuel “Manny” Cambra Jr., only son of Emanuel Sr. and Frances Cambra. Manny began life in a rural community, excelled at New York Military Academy – graduating salutatorian, and launched into a life dedicated to family and service to others. Above all…
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MONROE, CT — Shoppers welcomed the new Aldi supermarket to town with open arms Thursday morning, filling the parking lot in the upper level of Town Line Plaza, 205 Monroe Turnpike, and joining the long line of people anxiously waiting for the manager to open its doors. Some parked in the Panera Bread parking lot on the lower level and walked up the sidewalk to shop and the steady stream of traffic going in and out of the driveway seemed endless. Public officials welcomed store staff. The Monroe Chamber of Commerce performed a ribbon cutting ceremony with First Selectman Terry…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A developer plans to build a new 7,500-square-foot retail building at 685 Main St., near Northbrook Condominiums. A hot dog stand that used…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Whether its a mouthwatering cut of New York Strip, fresh seafood dishes, a specialty pizza, Chicken tikka masala, burritos or a juicy burger…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Sip & Scoop goes way beyond vanilla. The menu at the ice cream shop at 590 Main St. allows imaginations to run wild…
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…
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WESTON, CT — The Masuk High football team went to Weston and delivered a 56-6 win on Friday. With the victory the Panthers improved to 7-1. Quarterback Aaron Champagne completed 11 of 12 pass attempts for 317 yards and six touchdowns. He also had a 15-yard rush. Gavin Walker had three catches for 91 yards and a touchdown. Max Viglione had 49 receiving yards and a TD. Shane Walker played well on both sides of the ball with a trio of catches for 122 yards and three TDs to go along with two tackles and an interception. Steven Curtin had…
Read MoreMasuk High’s girls volleyball and girls soccer teams were eliminated from the Class LL State playoffs on Thursday, ending strong seasons for these teams. On the…
Read MoreMONROE, CT – Masuk High School welcomed Isabella “Bella” Vaitkus as the school’s new athletic trainer. Vaitkus, who currently serves as athletic trainer for the Yale…
Read MoreMasuk High’s girls soccer and volleyball teams both advanced in State Tournament action and will play on Thursday. On the soccer field No. 14 Masuk heads…
Read MoreWESTON, CT — The Masuk High girls swimming and diving team had some standout performances in the South-West Conference Championships. The Panthers came in fifth as…
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MONROE, CT — Monroe Elementary School fourth-graders sang patriotic songs for veterans visiting their school on Veterans Day…
MONROE, CT — Fawn Hollow Elementary School Principal Leigh Metcalf Ances shared photos from her school’s Veterans Day…
MONROE, CT — Masuk High School welcomed four Monroe veterans, who shared their personal stories of service and…
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MONROE, CT — Governor Ned Lamont’s declaration of a state of emergency due to critical weather conditions causing…
MONROE, CT — A New Haven man turned himself in on a warrant Monday morning, charging him with…
MONROE, CT — Compliance checks of smoke shops by town police detectives and state agencies led to fines…
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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…