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See all »MONROE, CT — A large crowd flocked to opening day of St. Peter’s Grace Episcopal Church’s annual Apple Festival Saturday, eating hot dogs and burgers off the grill, apple crisps, kettle corn and other fare, while shopping in vendors’ tents that covered the green at the corner of Monroe Turnpike and Fan Hill Road. Paintings of sea life and cityscapes were among the many works by local artist Amy Valiante. At another tent, Claudia S. Farkas’ business Connecticut House Drawings were on display. A wide variety of merchandise offered something for everyone from handmade jewelry to unique clothing. The Save…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — With the new cell phone policy going into effect for the 2024-2025 school year, Masuk High School students are hit with a shockwave…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Masuk High’s girls swim and dive team rolled to a 97-74 win over visiting Stratford in the season opener Thursday. The Panthers sealed…
Read MoreMonroe Police: Speeding driver tells officer he’s taking someone to the hospital, but …
MONROE, CT — A 21-year-old Shelton man told a police officer he was speeding and passing vehicles on Route 110, because he was trying to take…
Read MoreMONROE, CT – Devastating flooding in Monroe damaged roads, homes and businesses. The next of many steps in the flood recovery process got underway last Friday.…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — When the Board of Education’s investigation into budgetary issues determined any problems found had occurred before Jack Zamary was superintendent, there was a public clamoring to see all of the investigation’s findings. The Monroe Sun filed a…
Read MoreNORWALK, CT – Matt Densky, a Monroe native, will play the starring role in “Fully Committed,” a one-man comedy at the Music Theatre of Connecticut MainStage, with shows scheduled from Sept. 11 to 27. There will be 8 p.m. performances on Fridays and…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — SiYi Robifker, 12, of Monroe, was among seven local art students whose work appeared in a virtual art show of portraits celebrating their Covid-19 heroes. The art display was a culmination of an eight week pandemic portraiture art class taught by ShawnaLee W.…
Read MoreHealth officials remind residents to follow COVID-19 guidelines over Labor Day weekend
MONROE, CT — As people plan picnics and parties over Labor Day weekend, the Connecticut Department of Public Health has issued a statewide COVID-19 alert, because health officials have observed an increase in positive cases from social gatherings. DPH reminds residents…
Read MoreSHELTON, CT — With the High Holidays approaching and COVID-19 creating difficulties for many in joining a traditional synagogue service, Chabad of Shelton & Monroe will hold an outdoor Rosh Hashanah [Shofar] service on Sunday, Sept. 20, at 4 p.m. on…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — As of Sept. 3, Democrats had 512 registered voters in the Stepney voting district compared to 507 registered Republicans; 952 voters are unaffiliated with either major party, and 30 are registered with other minor parties. “This is…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A brown, 2012 Honda Pilot was reported stolen from a driveway on Belle Valle Street on Tuesday morning. Police said the vehicle was left unlocked with the keys inside. The owner was in the process of a move,…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Connecticut Housing Partners wants to construct an apartment building on Main Street with 49 one-bedroom units for residents age 62 and older. The development would be defined affordable housing under Connecticut’s 8-30g statute. The housing would be built…
Read MoreMONROE — Acting Superintendent of Schools Joseph Kobza allowed The Sun to join his morning visits to Masuk High School and Monroe and Fawn Hollow elementary schools on Tuesday morning as the first students arrived for the new school year.…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Attorney John Knuff presented a proposal for a fleet of delivery vans to be housed at the former Walmart property at 10 Victoria Drive to the Planning and Zoning Commission’s Regulations Subcommittee Monday. “The world has changed…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A large crowd flocked to opening day of St. Peter’s Grace Episcopal Church’s annual Apple Festival Saturday, eating hot dogs and burgers off the grill, apple crisps, kettle corn and other fare, while shopping in vendors’ tents that covered the green at the corner of Monroe Turnpike…
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Business
See all »This story was originally published by CTNewsJunkie.com, and may not be republished or otherwise reproduced without written permission from CTNewsJunkie.com. State officials announced new funding for businesses affected by the devastating flash-flooding that hit southwestern Connecticut last weekend, as they pledged to continue working to secure long-term federal funding to support the towns in the region as they rebuild from what has been described as a “thousand-year storm.” “Today we are announcing a $5 million grant program, which will provide up to $25,000 per affected business,” said Daniel O’Keefe, commissioner of the Department of Economic and Community Development, during a…
Read MoreMonroe businesses in Stevenson are still recovering from Sunday’s flood damage with either a loss of customer traffic along Route 34, or extensive damage to infrastructure,…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Two young women waited in their cars since 10:30 p.m. Tuesday night, so they could be among the first 100 guests in line…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Dunkin’ Donuts is offering free coffee for a year for the first 100 guests in line at its new location, starting at 9…
Read MoreKathryn Derekhovych earned a Master’s degree in art in Ukraine, before working in the beauty industry after emigrating to the U.S. in 2013. Derekhovych is now…
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Sports
See all »MONROE, CT — Masuk High’s girls swim and dive team rolled to a 97-74 win over visiting Stratford in the season opener Thursday. The Panthers sealed the team win and exhibitioned the final two events. The team had 16 qualify for the South-West Conference Championships and eight more for the State Championships. “They’re happy. They got the win. It’s a good way to start the season,” Masuk Coach Emily DeMace said. Masuk began the meet with a win in the 200 yard medley relay event as the team of Lena Savkovic, Lucia Morales, Abby Kirberger and Izzy Murzinska finished in…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Masuk High’s field hockey team features a young lineup as the Panthers rebuild this fall. Masuk opened the season with a 4-0 loss…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A combination of returning swimmers and some impressive newcomers will look to carry the Masuk High girls swim and dive team to a…
Read MoreMONROE, C.T. — Given the number of experienced and skilled returnees and what unfolded in preseason Coach Katy Kreiner has confidence her Masuk High girls soccer…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Masuk High’s cross country teams are getting ready to take on the competition this fall. Jen Nyquist takes over as the new head…
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See all »MONROE, CT — With the new cell phone policy going into effect for the 2024-2025 school year, Masuk…
Name: Sarah Kochanski Position: Kindergarten teacher at Fawn Hollow Previous District: Westport Grew Up In: Dedham, Mass. Education:…
Name: Kelly Milone Position: Special Education Masuk and STEM Previous District: Bridgeport Grew Up In: Monroe Education: SCSU…
Public Safety
See all »MONROE, CT — A 21-year-old Shelton man told a police officer he was speeding and passing vehicles on…
MONROE, CT — Detectives are working with the U.S. Postal Inspection Service in an effort to stop the…
MONROE, CT — The 23rd annual CT United Ride, the state’s largest 9/11 tribute featuring hundreds of motorcycles,…
Home & Garden
See all »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…