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MONROE, CT — Stressing the need to not rush the process, Board of Education Chairman David Ferris revised the Ad Hoc Facilities Committee’s timeline to come up with a plan to expand classroom space for Monroe public schools’ rapidly growing student population, because it is so close to the looming June 30 deadline to apply for financial reimbursement from the state. But Vice Chair Christine Cascella suggested moving forward with a capital project to reopen Chalk Hill as a school, since everyone agrees that should be part of any plan. At Thursday’s committee meeting, Jerry Stevens, a school board member…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Police detectives are investigating a fraud case, in which the email of a Stevenson business was hacked and a Stratford construction company it…
Read MoreRobert “Doug” Stevens, a long-time resident of Monroe, recently of Trumbull, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on March 25, 2025. Born in Concord,…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Volunteers from the Masuk PTC are organizing the Post Prom, an annual bash held at the high school after Prom Night. This year’s…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Families of Cub Scout Pack 162 celebrated the annual 2025 Blue & Gold Ceremony inside the Jockey Hollow Middle School auditorium on Sunday…
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Masuk Head Football Coach Steve Christy’s Panthers regained their health for the postseason and are now clicking on all cylinders, steamrolling opponents on their way to the CIAC Class MM State Championship game. After dismantling Torrington in the snow for…
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MONROE, CT — If you ever wanted to know a little something about Frosty the Snowman the Save Our Stepney Annual Tree Lighting with Frosty was the place to be on Saturday night. Frosty, upon his arrival by firetruck and…
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MONROE, CT — Santa Claus came to town for a preview of things to come on Christmas Eve for Saturday’s Monroe Women’s Club Annual Tree Lighting at the town green. Santa and Mrs. Claus arrived in style, escorted by town…
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MONROE, CT — A Watch Hill Road resident told police someone in a silver or bluish sedan pulled up to his mailbox, opened the door, reached inside and stole his outgoing mail, which included a personal check, Monday morning. Police…
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MONROE, CT — Christmas ornaments, old fashioned runner sleds, baked goods, toys and figurines are among the items on display inside the East Village Meeting House, 433 Barn Hill Road, for the Monroe Historical Society’s annual Christmas Fair. Parking spaces…
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NEWTOWN, CT — This Christmas, Newtown Stage Company will bring “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical” to the Edmond Town Hall stage Dec. 13-15 and many Monroe residents are involved. “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” has surged in popularity…
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Marching in the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade before cheering crowds and a TV audience of millions may seem glamorous to most, but two band members from Masuk High School tells stories of a grueling schedule, little sleep and of…
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First Unified Homecoming Dance REDDING, CT — Students from the Masuk High School Unified Sports Team recently participated in the 1st Annual Unified Homecoming Dance. The dance, which was organized by the Joel Barlow High School Unified Sports Team, was…
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TORRINGTON, CT — The No. 6 seed Masuk High football team traveled to No. 3 Torrington and toppled the host team 41-0 in the snow for a Class MM State Playoff quarterfinal victory Tuesday night. With the win, the Panthers…
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Shakha Moore honed his boxing skills under the tutelage of the legendary Deacon John Harris at age 11, while growing up in South Norwalk. Harris taught the sport to keep kids out of trouble amid the temptation of drug dealing…
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MONROE, CT — Stressing the need to not rush the process, Board of Education Chairman David Ferris revised the Ad Hoc Facilities Committee’s timeline to come up with a plan to expand classroom space for Monroe public schools’ rapidly growing student population, because it is so close to the looming…
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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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NEW HAVEN, CT — Masuk High’s boys swim team came in ninth among 52 teams in the State Open at Yale on Saturday. The Open consisted of the top swimmers from all class sizes across the state and the Panthers put in quite an effort with five school record-setting swims along the way. In the 200 yard medley relay Masuk took third place in their heat and eighth overall with a time of 1:39:66. The relay team for this event consisted of Jack McHugh, Carter Adragna, Mason Eannotti and Brendan Kirberger. In the 200 freestyle Kirberger was fourth overall. His…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — First Selectman Terry Rooney declared Sunday, March 23, to be Joe Moravsky Day in honor of Monroe’s famed American Ninja Warrior on his…
Read MoreEAST HAVEN, CT — A 3-2 overtime loss to No. 3 Conard of West Hartford in the Division III State Tournament quarterfinals in East Haven on…
Read MoreWEST HARTFORD, CT — Led by a pair of event titles by Brendan Kirberger, and more team records, the Masuk High boys swim team came in…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Masuk High’s boys swim team had a phenomenal meet at the Class M State Trials, held at Cornerstone Aquatics Center in West Hartford…
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MONROE, CT — Stressing the need to not rush the process, Board of Education Chairman David Ferris revised…
MONROE, CT — Volunteers from the Masuk PTC are organizing the Post Prom, an annual bash held at…
MONROE, CT — On International Happiness Day, the Stepney Elementary community came together to celebrate joy and explore…
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MONROE, CT — Police detectives are investigating a fraud case, in which the email of a Stevenson business…
Police hope the latest episode from the podcast, “Murder, She Told,” will encourage key witnesses to come forward,…
MONROE, CT — Hackers struck again, disrupting the Zoom portion of the Town Council meeting Monday night after…
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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…