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MONROE, CT — Gavin DeGraw could not perform at Z-Topia tonight, leading to a cancelation of the concert. However, organizers are still gearing up for the Jam at the Dam in Stevenson this Saturday when a musical lineup of country singers Tyler Hubbard, Chase Wright and Taylor Austin Dye roll into town. Peggi Gnandt, an organizer of the event, expressed enthusiasm over what’s in store for fans coming to 1545 Monroe Turnpike Saturday. “The crew is working hard to make tomorrow’s Jam at the Dam epic,” she said Friday afternoon. “The layout is unbelievable and the grounds have been transformed…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A developer plans to build Sun Valley Glen, an eight lot residential subdivision at 1536 and 1564 Monroe Turnpike, across from the former…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Police are investigating an incident, in which a two-year-old boy sustained a gunshot wound to his hand and foot Tuesday night. The toddler…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A developer is proposing an amendment to town zoning regulations to allow mixed-use developments with multifamily residential housing units above businesses on lots…
Read MoreMonroe Police Detective Michael Chaves, a longtime computer forensics examiner, is retiring after 20 years. His expertise examining cellphones, computers and other electronic devices played a…
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MONROE, CT — Monroe’s rate of new COVID-19 cases dropped to an average of 2.5 per day, as the state amps up vaccinations. In an update on the pandemic issued Friday, First Selectman Ken Kellogg said the town’s two-week case…
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MONROE — A candidate has emerged in the special election for Connecticut’s 112th District seat following Republican, J.P. Sredzinski’s sudden resignation. Nick Kapoor, who currently serves on the Monroe Board of Education, is seeking the Democratic Party nomination to run…
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MONROE, CT — Neighborhood surveillance footage led to the arrest of a male juvenile for an alleged robbery at Castewood Drive on Feb. 13, according to a press release issued by police Friday. Police said two males saw a $500…
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MONROE, CT — An ambitious proposal to restore damaged wetlands and fill a massive hole on land in the Pepper Street Business Park offered complex solutions and was ultimately denied by the Inland Wetlands Commission. If only a superhero could…
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The following is a letter from Monroe public schools to families about the school lunch program: Dear Parents/Guardians, For the remainder of the 2020-2021 school year, the National School Lunch Program will provide breakfast and lunch for all children through…
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MONROE, CT — Town Council members unanimously approved a rate increase in the town’s agreement with American Medical Response, which provides a paramedic intercept, while assisting the Monroe Volunteer Emergency Medical Service on advanced life support calls. During the council’s…
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MONROE, CT — An attorney for a developer who wants to build a commercial vehicle facility with a fleet of delivery vans at 10 Victoria Drive assured the Planning and Zoning Commission that the town will receive taxes for the…
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MONROE, CT — A March Madness contest will pit Monroe businesses against each other in a friendly competition next month. The online event, sponsored by the Monroe Chamber of Commerce, will promote businesses in different categories on participating Facebook pages,…
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MONROE, CT — A countdown from three began with the waving of the checkered flag, before six wooden cars raced down the aluminum track inside the St. Jude gymnasium, as Cub Scout Pack 162’s first ever virtual Pinewood Derby got…
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MONROE, CT — Monroe is following the national trend of dropping case rates of COVID-19. The town is now averaging just under four new cases per day, according to First Selectman Ken Kellogg. “Our two-week case rate is now 19.8…
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MONROE, CT — Gavin DeGraw could not perform at Z-Topia tonight, leading to a cancelation of the concert. However, organizers are still gearing up for the Jam at the Dam in Stevenson this Saturday when a musical lineup of country singers Tyler Hubbard, Chase Wright and Taylor Austin Dye roll…
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MONROE, CT — A sign posted by the building inspector about unsafe conditions in the former Roberto’s building at 505 Main St. had caused a buzz on Facebook, and concern among residents who are anxious for the opening of the popular restaurant Testo’s in the space. But town officials and the owner, Ralph Giacobbe, gave assurances that everything is on track. Director of Economic & Community Development William Holsworth and Chief Building Official John Morris said Testo’s recently received its certificate of occupancy after resolving issues from a failed inspection, and Health Director Amy Lehaney told The Sun the restaurant received…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Monroe Chamber of Commerce President Ray Giovanni and Treasurer Janice Butler emptied ice buckets into the beverage cart Tuesday morning, while registration for…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A corporate health care model can put barriers between patients and their doctors, from going through call centers to express a concern, often…
Read MoreMONROE, CT —Production Metals, a family owned distributor of metals, was founded with three workers in 2018 and has been growing ever since. Now it has…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Monroe Chamber of Commerce members welcomed new businesses to town with ribbon cutting ceremonies over the past year, educated members with lunch and…
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MONROE, CT — Beckham Nealon, 9, who will be a Stepney Elementary School fifth grader in the fall, had just participated in two practices for World Ninja League competition last winter, when he came down with RSV in December — and it hit him hard. By the time Nealon regained his health, his limited competition led to a low power rating, making the young athlete embark on an uphill battle to qualify for the World Championships in Greensboro, N.C., which was held from June 21 to 24. Nicknamed “The Nerdy Ninja” for excelling in academics and known for wearing his…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Monroe Chamber of Commerce President Ray Giovanni and Treasurer Janice Butler emptied ice buckets into the beverage cart Tuesday morning, while registration for…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — The Monroe AYSO U8 girls soccer team, the Flash, had an undefeated — but more importantly fun-filled — spring season with weekly practices…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Capturing Masuk High’s first girls lacrosse title in program history made for a memorable finish to this past spring campaign. Even with the…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Close to 90 participants competed in the Masuk All Sports Booster Club’s annual Golf Outing under a hot sun at Whitney Farms Golf…
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MONROE, CT — Instagram, engaging TikTok videos and texts among friends can keep teenagers glued to their phone…
MONROE, CT — Monroe Public School recently posted job openings for an athlete trainer at Masuk High School…
MONROE, CT — Monroe Public Schools appointed Evelyn Ciaburri and Dr. Kara Tanner to district Elementary Instructional Leadership…
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MONROE, CT — Police are investigating an incident, in which a two-year-old boy sustained a gunshot wound to…
Monroe Police Detective Michael Chaves, a longtime computer forensics examiner, is retiring after 20 years. His expertise examining…
MONROE, CT — A Norwalk woman turned herself in on a warrant Tuesday after allegedly altering a check…
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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…