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See all »MONROE, CT — Margo Solonskyi, 9, a Stepney Elementary School student whose family emigrated here from Ukraine, participated in the Ms. President US program to learn how to be a politician. One of her assignments was to write a letter to an elected official in her town, offering ideas on an issue and sharing the response with her classmates. Margo decided to write to First Selectman Terry Rooney to pitch her ideas on how to combat littering and promote recycling. Rooney not only responded, he invited Margo to visit him in his office at Monroe Town Hall. “Margo didn’t waste…
Read MoreName: Kendarly Isaac Position: Social studies teacher at Masuk Previous District: Bridgeport Public Schools Grew Up In: Fairfield County Education: Eastern Connecticut State University and the…
Read MoreName: Joanna Vizcarrondo Position: First grade teacher at Fawn Hollow Previous District: This is my first year teaching! Grew Up In: Trumbull Education: University of Connecticut…
Read MoreName: Mallory Hardman Position: Third grade teacher at Fawn Hollow Previous District: Monroe from last November to June, before that it was Springfield, Mass., for eight-and-a-half…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Connecticut Realtors®, the state’s largest professional trade Association, and the National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB), a leading advocacy group for small businesses,…
Read MoreConnex donates $800 to Wolfe Park Playground MONROE, CT — Connex Credit Union recently donated more than $800 to the Monroe Playground Foundation in support of the organization’s mission to replace the aging Wooden Playground in Wolfe Park. These funds…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — State Rep. J.P. Sredzinski received the Republican Party’s unanimous nomination Tuesday to run for reelection. He will seek his fourth term representing the 112th District, which includes Monroe and parts of Newtown. “It has been an honor serving…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Sophia Grace Ramsey passed away in the loving care of her Mom and Dad on Friday, May 15, 2020. She now rests peacefully in Heaven, playing pain-free among angels. Sophia brightened the world when she was born…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Town officials met their goal of avoiding a tax increase, at a time when businesses are struggling and many residents are out of work due to the coronavirus pandemic, when the Board of Finance unanimously approved a…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Townspeople participating in the Support Monroe Photo Challenge will have a chance to win weekly giveaways and the grand prize, a foursome of golf at Whitney Farms Golf Club. The Monroe Economic Development Commission and the Monroe Chamber…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Families will watch recorded speeches for Masuk High School’s graduation online, then graduates will be invited to come to the campus in waves to receive their diplomas. Families will wait in their cars for their child’s name…
Read MorePhilip L. Qubick, 63, of Monroe passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 12, 2020. Phil was the proud owner of Connecticut Seamless Gutters. He was born on Nov. 29, 1956. Predeceased by his parents Rita and Robert Qubick. He is survived by…
Read MoreThe following is an update from First Selectman Ken Kellogg: MONROE, CT — Earlier this afternoon, the governor announced he would not allow hair salons and barbershops to open on May 20, as originally planned. During a subsequent press briefing, he…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A Monroe, CT Residents Facebook page promotion garnered support for town businesses, while raising $6,400 for the Monroe Food Pantry. Barbara Fahr, an administrator for the page, said 249 participants patronized 111 Monroe businesses, before checking in…
Read MoreEditor’s Note: This writer, Jan Larsen, is senior vice-commander of American Legion Post 176. MONROE, CT — American Legion Post 176 picked up old grave flags for proper retirement on a sunny Saturday afternoon, while installing around 700 new flags to adorn six…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Margo Solonskyi, 9, a Stepney Elementary School student whose family emigrated here from Ukraine, participated in the Ms. President US program to learn how to be a politician. One of her assignments was to write a letter to an elected official in her town, offering ideas on…
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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 »MONROE, 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 of best times and postseason qualifying times along the way. First came a 100-78 loss to Pomperaug. In that meet Masuk had 28 best times, 10 qualifying events for the South-West Conference Championships, and five more state qualifying times, some swimmers in multiple events. Skye Eannotti, Stella Oliviera, Lena Savkovic, Tierney McGunnigle, Siobhan Riordan and Lucia Morales all qualified for SWCs. Savkovic, Carly Jordan and Morales all qualified for states. Masuk had 21 best…
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 MoreMONROE, CT — Masuk boy’s soccer had a busy week with three exciting games in the books. On Sept. 9, Masuk played Bassick High School at…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — In a rematch of last year’s state playoff game with Wilton, won by the Warriors, Masuk High’s football team got some redemption to…
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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 — Rachel Murphy, deputy chief of the Monroe Volunteer Emergency Medical Service, works in philanthropy, and…
MONROE, CT — Monroe Volunteer Emergency Medical Service personnel and town police officers often respond to calls that…
MERIDEN, CT — Police departments throughout the state bring crime scene evidence to the Connecticut Forensic Science Laboratory…
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…