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See all »MONROE, CT — Dylan Brito, 6, was correctly secured into a child safety seat in back of his mother’s white SUV in the Monroe Town Hall parking lot Saturday morning, as Monroe police officers and Rosangela Heredia, an instructor with Yale-New Haven Hospital, ran a free child safety seat clinic. “This is helpful,” said Jessica Brito of Monroe, Dylan’s mother. “I came years ago, when my oldest son was younger and I did learn a couple things.” Brito’s older son, Nathan, is now 14. “I think it’s great,” she said of the free clinic. “It’s always helpful to make sure…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Families enjoyed potato sack races on the green in front of Monroe Town Hall Friday afternoon, children made their own Super Spuds at…
Read MoreENFIELD, CT — Masuk High’s football team will be away from Benedict Stadium for a while, so they may as well get comfortable on the road.…
Read MoreHARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont announced that President Joe Biden approved his request for a major disaster declaration Friday, due to the historic rainfall and…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Lower than expected health insurance rates, salary savings from open positions and retirements, a winter with little snow and an increase in interest…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Police will soon be clearing out the inventory of lost and found bicycles from their racks, but there is still time for those who lost or misplaced their bike over the past few years to claim their…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — First Selectman Ken Kellogg recently answered questions about the temporary community and economic recovery coordinator position, which was created to help local businesses reopening amid the Covid-19 pandemic. During a Town Council meeting Monday, Councilman Jason Maur…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Police are awaiting autopsy results to determine the death of a Jones Hill Road woman, who was found in her swimming pool Saturday night. Limited information could be shared, because it was a medical call. Police said…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Clerical Union employees agreed to a wage, stipend and step freeze to help the town avoid raising taxes at a time when many residents are out of work during the Covid-19 pandemic. First Selectman Ken Kellogg negotiated…
Read MoreThe following is an update from First Selectman Ken Kellogg: MONROE, CT — As of Sunday morning, the State Department of Public Health reports the number of Covid-19 cases in Monroe at 106. As you have probably heard, the Governor…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Community leaders rallied on the Monroe Green Saturday to spread an anti-racist message of solidarity, and emphasize the need for educating society on discrimination and injustice in the wake of George Floyd’s death. The event, called A…
Read More‘It is heartbreaking that our nation still falls short when it comes to equality for all’
HARTFORD, CT — State Sen. Kevin Kelly, a Republican representing parts of Monroe, Seymour and Stratford and all of Shelton, released the following statement in response to the death of George Floyd and important conversations on race and equality happening around our country:…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Masuk High School seniors visited their school to pick up their caps and gowns Thursday morning. The bags of graduation attire also held gifts from seven community service organizations and three businesses. “Oh this is so cute,”…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A peaceful gathering on the green #BlackLivesMatter will be held on the Monroe Green, at the corner of Fan Hill Road and Monroe Turnpike, this Saturday at 11 a.m. “Join neighbors, faith leaders, young residents and town…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — On Friday, May 22, 2020, Jay Davison Keillor, husband, brother, cousin, uncle and friend passed away suddenly at the age of 72. He was born in Mineola, NY on January 25, 1948 to Ronald Woodhull Keillor and Alma…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Dylan Brito, 6, was correctly secured into a child safety seat in back of his mother’s white SUV in the Monroe Town Hall parking lot Saturday morning, as Monroe police officers and Rosangela Heredia, an instructor with Yale-New Haven Hospital, ran a free child safety seat clinic.…
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Business
See all »Esli Molina, 37, worked at pizzerias in Norwalk and Greenwich in his 20s, learning the business in hopes of owning his own restaurant one day. Thirteen years later, he opened Nonna’s Pizza & Pasta at 140 Main St. in Monroe, next to Chuck’s Corner. “I always wanted to have my own place,” Molina said during the grand opening celebration Wednesday afternoon. “It’s a family dream.” Molina and Dunia, his wife of 17 years, co-own Nonna’s, an Italian term of endearment for grandmothers. The couple lives in Stamford with their two children, Esli Jr., 14, and Zoe, 8, who are already…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — El Sol Deli is known for its Mexican-American fusion, serving its patrons cold cuts, sandwiches, traditional chicken cutlets and Philly cheesesteaks, as well…
Read MoreThis 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…
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…
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Sports
See all »ENFIELD, CT — Masuk High’s football team will be away from Benedict Stadium for a while, so they may as well get comfortable on the road. The Panthers did just that with a convincing 49-6 win at Enfield on Friday night. Quarterback Aaron Champagne completed 11 of 20 pass attempts for 208 yards and a trio of touchdowns. He also rushed five times for 37 yards. Shane Walker had six receptions for 122 yards and a pair of TDs. Max Viglione had three catches for 65 yards and a TD to go along with three rushes for 20 yards Gavin…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Down 2-0 the Masuk High girls volleyball team rallied to defeat visiting Newtown on Wednesday night. The Panthers prevailed 24-26, 28-30, 25-20, 25-20,…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Masuk High’s girls swim and dive team lost a pair of home meets Friday, Sept. 13, and Tuesday, Sept. 17, but recorded plenty…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — It has been a strong beginning of the season for the Masuk High girls soccer team — unbeaten in its first five contests.…
Read MoreMonroe Public Schools has an opening for an athletic trainer at Masuk High School. Those interested in applying can view the details below: Job Title: Athletic…
Read MoreEducation
See all »MONROE, CT — Margo Solonskyi, 9, a Stepney Elementary School student whose family emigrated here from Ukraine, participated…
Name: Kendarly Isaac Position: Social studies teacher at Masuk Previous District: Bridgeport Public Schools Grew Up In: Fairfield…
Name: Joanna Vizcarrondo Position: First grade teacher at Fawn Hollow Previous District: This is my first year teaching!…
Public Safety
See all »MONROE, CT — Dylan Brito, 6, was correctly secured into a child safety seat in back of his…
MONROE, CT — A 37-year-old Winsted woman turned herself in on a warrant Thursday morning, charging her with…
MONROE, CT — Rachel Murphy, deputy chief of the Monroe Volunteer Emergency Medical Service, works in philanthropy, and…
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…