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MONROE, Conn. — Masuk High School celebrated its 5th annual Culture Fair last Tuesday. Students representing over 30 different countries dressed up for the occasion, created colorful posters and brought authentic booth decor, as well as samples of traditional snacks and desserts. “It was a little tricky to prepare for the event this year because our schedule changed from block scheduling to eight 45-minute periods a day, which means only two FLEX sessions a week,” said Iga Leszczynska, a French teacher at Masuk. “Students are busy with sports and after-school activities, which leaves little time for regular meetings and rehearsals.”…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — Masuk High School seniors Ryan Sokira and Lainey Grumet, who have been friends since kindergarten, share a passion for the arts. This month…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — A Monroe woman is trying to recoup nearly $50,000 that was stolen from her in an online scam, according to a complaint made…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — Superintendent Joseph Kobza announced that Jockey Hollow STEM teacher Susan Russell has been selected as the 2026-27 Monroe Public Schools Teacher of the…
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MONROE, CT — A neighbor filed a lawsuit appealing the Monroe Planning and Zoning Commission’s decision to approve a special permit application allowing a new gas station and convenience store to open at 126 Main St. On April 3, the…
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MONROE, CT — The Save Our Stepney Task Force (SOS) in celebration of the Town of Monroe’s Bicentennial will host a Stepney Bicentennial Celebration on the Stepney Green, at the corner of Main and Green streets, Saturday, June 10, from…
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MONROE, CT — A large gathering of neighboring residents formed on Forest Road Sunday night after hearing a loud explosion, then seeing smoke and fire coming from a residence on the street. Police said several 911 calls were made around…
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A sizable crowd swayed to the tunes of The Groove Band as the musicians performed on the sidewalk at Crossroads Center, 464 Main St. in Monroe, Saturday afternoon. The Brazilian BBQ boys grilled traditional Brazilian meats nearby. Parking spaces were…
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Families are taking advantage of the warm, sunny weather by spending time in their backyards, whether it’s hanging out on their decks and patios, taking a dip in a swimming pool, playing outdoor games, hosting barbecues or relaxing against the…
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MONROE, CT — Jim Somers, 80, worked at Tomek & Sons Dairy on Daniels Farm Road as a teenager, while growing up in his hometown of Trumbull. The farm had a fleet of Divco milk trucks. “I learned to drive…
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Edward Nichols Coffey, age 84, beloved husband of Marcia Burr Coffey of Monroe, died peacefully in the comfort of his daughter’s home, surrounded by his family on May 8, 2023. Born in Bridgeport on January 14, 1939, he was the…
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MONROE, CT — Families scrambling to find flowers before visiting their mother this Mother’s Day will have Courville Nurseries, 163 Barn Hill Road, as one of their last minute options. The business will be open from 8 a.m. to 5…
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MONROE, Conn. — Masuk High School celebrated its 5th annual Culture Fair last Tuesday. Students representing over 30 different countries dressed up for the occasion, created colorful posters and brought authentic booth decor, as well as samples of traditional snacks and desserts. “It was a little tricky to prepare for…
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MONROE, Conn. — The Planning and Zoning Commission granted an approval with conditions for a proposal allowing Town Fair Tire to move into the former Rite Aid pharmacy at 508 Monroe Turnpike and renovate the building. During the hearing, residential neighbors had expressed opposition to the plan due to concerns of over noise, the smell of rubber, traffic, a potentially negative impact on property values, and the close proximity to Beardsley Brook, a waterway that feeds into the Far Mill River Watershed. However, at the zoning meeting on June 4, Commissioner Ryan Condon praised the applicant, Town Fair Centers of…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — The Monroe Chamber of Commerce’s first annual Lee Hossler Memorial Golf Tournament was played under a clear blue sky at the Chris Bargas…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — The Monroe Chamber of Commerce presents the first annual Lee Hossler Memorial Golf Tournament, which will be held at the Chris Bargas Golf…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — There is still time to sign up for the fourth annual Newtown Savings Bank Mile Down the Pike set for this Sunday, May…
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BROOKFIELD, Conn. — Coming off the program’s first South-West Conference Championship in more than two decades, Masuk High’s girls lacrosse team’s bid for an encore in the state tournament came to an end on Tuesday. The No. 5 Panthers fell 14-6 to top seed Simsbury at neutral site Brookfield High. The Panthers trailed just 6-4 at the half, but Simsbury pulled away and advanced to face No. 2 Cheshire in Saturday’s Championship game. Masuk had three goals from Emma Troesser, two from Charlotte Pinto and one off the stick of Bailey Bajda, who also had an assist. Troesser also caused…
Read MoreNEW BRITAIN, Conn. — A magical Class L State Tournament run came to an end for underdog Masuk High’s baseball team on Tuesday night. The No.…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — National Banner Unified Champion Jockey Hollow Middle School’s Unified Sports team concluded a successful spring season with a celebration on May 28. Students…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — One step closer … Masuk High’s baseball team won its Class L State Tournament quarterfinal game on Saturday and needs just one more…
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MONROE, Conn. — Masuk High School celebrated its 5th annual Culture Fair last Tuesday. Students representing over 30…
MONROE, Conn. — Superintendent Joseph Kobza announced that Jockey Hollow STEM teacher Susan Russell has been selected as…
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MONROE, Conn. — A Monroe woman is trying to recoup nearly $50,000 that was stolen from her in…
MONROE, Conn. — The annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Connecticut went through Monroe late Friday…
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Frank J. Frulla, 73, of Monroe, Conn., passed away suddenly on May 27, 2026. He was born on…
Felicia Elizabeth Valus, (Wishneski), 93, formerly of Monroe, Conn., and most recently of Port Saint Lucie, Fla., passed…