MONROE, CT — A Board of Education investigation into the school district’s budgetary issues found problems that preceded Superintendent Jack Zamary’s tenure, according to a news release issued by Chairwoman Donna Lane. Though the findings of the investigation led by…
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MONROE, CT —Monroe Elementary School Principal Kelly Svendsen stood beside Acting Superintendent of Schools Joseph Kobza, as children with backpacks emerged from a long line of cars at the parent drop-off behind the building Tuesday morning. Students were dressed up…
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MONROE, CT — Edward Medaris, 14, received a surprise package in the mail Sunday, after the Los Angeles Rams noticed an article in The Monroe Sun about Medaris earning recognition by NFL Play 60’s Fuel Your Good campaign for his…
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MONROE, CT — The 26th annual Clarksons Platou/Monroe Rotary Golf Classic will be held Thursday, Sept. 10, at Whitney Farms Golf Club in Monroe. The golf outing will support the Monroe Rotary Club’s philanthropy for local causes such as Project…
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MONROE, CT — The Monroe Women’s Club is halfway through its annual “You’ve Been Pinked” Flamingo Fundraiser, which started on Aug. 1 and ends Oct. 1, leading up to the start of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For a $15 donation,…
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BRIDGEPORT, CT — The Center for Family Justice will present its 23rd annual Speaking of Women event as a virtual fundraiser this September featuring Rachel Lloyd, a globally-recognized expert on the subject of sexual exploitation and trafficking. Presented by People’s United…
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MONROE, CT — Contact tracing has not shown a common theme in how Monroe’s COVID-19 cases occurred, but many new cases in Fairfield County have been linked to travel, religious gatherings and youth sports leagues, according to First Selectman Ken…
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MONROE, CT — Residents and municipal leaders around the state directed their anger at utility companies over restoration efforts after Tropical Storm Isaias knocked out power to well over 700,000 homes and businesses, leaving many without electricity for several days.…
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MONROE, CT — Steven Swensen, the new principal of Masuk High School, wearing a white face mask and a lanyard over his light blue dress shirt, emerged from his office last Thursday, while on his way to an informal meet-and-greet…
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MONROE, CT — When Tropical Storm Isaias caused massive power outages, Sippin Energy Products was among the state’s propane suppliers powering the generators that helped many families and businesses make it through the long, hot days before electricity was restored.…
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NEWTOWN, CT — Down to their final three outs the Masuk High Panthers rallied to defeat Newtown 7-2 at Fairfield Hills on Friday night. The Panthers got stellar relief pitching from Justin Feinstein (four-and-two-thirds shutout frames) who picked up the win. Feinstein entered the game in the second inning with Masuk trailing 2-1 and a runner on base. He escaped the frame and went on to strike out six batters, including fanning the side in the fourth. Masuk got its first run of the game when Chris Welch bunted for a hit and drove in Quinn McGuire. Chris Cascella and…
Read MoreNEWTOWN, CT — Masuk High’s softball team, sparked by an early start at the plate, defeated host Newtown 7-1 on Friday. With the win the Panthers…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — The Masuk High boys tennis team has posted a 7-3 record heading into the final two matches of the regular season, most recently…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Masuk High’s girls tennis team has won its share of matches this spring and, even within team losses, has had plenty of singles…
Read MoreBritney Spears, Kim Kardashian, Naomi Campbell, and Mariah Carey are among the icons to grace the covers of Shape Magazine. Now Alyssa Klein, 20, of Monroe…
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NEWTOWN, CT — Down to their final three outs the Masuk High Panthers rallied to defeat Newtown 7-2 at Fairfield Hills on Friday night. The Panthers got stellar relief pitching from Justin Feinstein (four-and-two-thirds shutout frames) who picked up the win. Feinstein entered the game in the second inning with…
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Throughout history, embedded reporters have bravely immersed themselves within military units at times of war to share unique perspectives with the public. I decided to do something a little less dangerous and cover a Speed Networking event in Monroe as a participant, so The Sun’s readers can get a first-hand account of my experience. The Monroe and Greater Valley chambers of commerce teamed up with Power Network to host the 11th Annual Speed Networking event at Whitney Farms on Wednesday evening. Armed with a thick stack of business cards and a killer elevator speech, I was going in. Hi, I’m…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Anthony Galbo, president of Galbo Provisions Inc., whose refrigerated trucks have been delivering meat to wholesale customers for over 45 years, decided to…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — National Pizza Day is this Friday and pizza lovers who want to celebrate don’t have to go far for a slice, whether it’s…
Read MoreMONROE, CT —- Miro Motors’ plan to open a repair shop and used car sales business at Bart Center, 604 Main St., will no longer have…
Read MoreHi Paws Dog Grooming Salon officially opened at 439 Monroe Turnpike on Nov. 2 after co-owners, Andrea Bacigalupo and Chris Gonzalez of Monroe, agreed to wait…
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STRATFORD, CT — Coming off a hard-fought 3-2 setback to host Shelton on Tuesday, the Masuk High boys volleyball team beat Bunnell on the road 3-0 on Wednesday. Against Bunnell, Masuk won three relatively close sets, 25-18, 25-19 and 25-21. Dan Ferris had 11 kills and Nathan Kurkoski 29 assists to lead the way. Shelton prevailed 3-2 (25-23, 23-25, 25-14, 21-25, 15-10). Nathan Kurkoski recorded 37 assists, Ferris 22 kills and Mathias Aoaeh five kills and six blocks. Masuk will host Pomperaug of Southbury Friday, May 3 at 6:30 p.m. All respectful comments with the commenter’s first and last name…
Read MoreDANBURY, CT — Masuk High’s girls golf team continued its hot start to the season. The Panthers, following a visit to Richter Park Golf Course on…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — In a clash between South-West Conference teams that call themselves the Panthers there was no doubt there would be a Panther win. Masuk…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — It has been a perfect start thus far as the Masuk High girls golf team improved to 7-0. The Panthers went to Redding…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Masuk softball players soaped up lines of cars, trucks and SUVs, and hosed and toweled everything off during their annual car wash fundraiser…
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MONROE, CT — Masuk High School celebrated its diverse school community with its annual Culture Fair on Wednesday.…
MONROE, CT — Reality Check, a popular financial simulation, will put Masuk High School’s personal finance students to…
MONROE, CT — Three- and four-year-olds are welcome to enroll in Monroe Public Schools’ Early Childhood Intervention Center…
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MONROE, CT — A 45-year-old Shelton woman was charged with DUI Friday morning after police found her brown…
MONROE, CT — A male Monroe passenger, 17, was taken to St. Vincent’s Medical Center for treatment of…
MONROE, CT — A 27-year-old Trumbull man reportedly lost control of his blue 1986 Ford Mustang while heading…
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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…
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