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Seventh graders enrolled in Jockey Hollow’s STEM Academy took a trip to Meigs Point Nature Center in Hammonasset with their science class in early October. The nature center, which is part of the Connecticut state park system, is operated by the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection with the expressed purpose of educating people about environmental preservation. On their trip, students learned more about ecosystems and how they operate, and explored the beaches of Hammonasset, while studying rocks and shells, and searching for crabs and other wildlife. After their adventures, they relaxed and ate lunch at a pavilion with their…
Read MoreJohn and Carol Babina worked at WHUS, the radio station at the University of Connecticut in the early 1960s, and their love of radio led to…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Police are investigating the theft of a Norwalk man’s 2020 Dodge Charger Hellcat after it was recovered in Bridgeport, totally stripped of its…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A new 7,500-square-foot general store will be built at 685 Main St., on the site of the former hot dog stand near Northbrook…
Read MoreMONROE, CT – Monroe Assessor Justin Feldman says Vision Government Solutions is in the process of mailing out notices to property owners, informing them of their…
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MONROE, CT — Jace McGee stole home on a passed ball, scoring the winning run as Berchem Moses nipped Wells Fargo Associates 7-6 in Monroe Little League AAA action. The play capped off a late game comeback by Berchem Moses. Coach…
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MONROE, CT — A study by Covid ActNow lists Connecticut as one of only four states categorized as “on track to contain COVID,” according to First Selectman Ken Kellogg’s update on the pandemic, issued Friday. “This is in stark contrast to…
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BRIDGEPORT, CT — Anne McGee’s selfless dedication to clients impacted by trauma and abuse did not go unnoticed by her peers at The Center for Family Justice. The domestic violence adult victims’ advocate was recognized as the center’s 2020 Carol Roberto Employee…
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MONROE, CT — Fireworks may have sparked a large brushfire that injured three firefighters and stopped Metro-North trains in late June. As Independence Day approaches this weekend, Monroe Fire Marshall William B. Davin and First Selectman Ken Kellogg are sharing…
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MONROE, CT — The Town of Monroe Tax Collector’s Office encourages taxpayers to take advantage of its available online payment platform to view and pay their bills during this time of increased social distancing due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With the…
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MONROE, CT — Town department supervisors, police officers, public works and highway employees agreed to concessions to make up for a $300,000 budget cut meant to keep taxes flat amid a Covid-19 pandemic that is wreaking havoc on local economies…
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MONROE, CT — Monroe Town Hall Offices, Library, Highway Department, Monroe Food Pantry and the Senior Center will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2020 in observance of Independence Day. The Garder Road Landfill will be closed Friday and Saturday…
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MONROE, CT — Board of Education members approved over $1.2 million worth of cuts to balance their budget for fiscal year 2020-21 at a special meeting Monday night, but more work needs to be done. Concessions made by teachers and…
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The following is an update from First Selectman Ken Kellogg: Case totals reported by the State Department of Public Health New cases in the past seven days: 4 Total cases: 113 MONROE, CT — This week, Governor Lamont announced that…
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MONROE, CT — A crowd of over 40 people erupted into cheers when Nick Kapoor and First Selectman Ken Kellogg raised the rainbow flag up the pole in front of Town Hall Friday morning. “This flag raising today is another…
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Seventh graders enrolled in Jockey Hollow’s STEM Academy took a trip to Meigs Point Nature Center in Hammonasset with their science class in early October. The nature center, which is part of the Connecticut state park system, is operated by the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection with the expressed…
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MONROE, CT — A new 7,500-square-foot general store will be built at 685 Main St., on the site of the former hot dog stand near Northbrook Condominiums. The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the site plan application with conditions during its meeting Thursday night. A representative for the applicant, Calito Development Group, could not reveal the name of the store that is coming, but described it as being similar to a Dollar General store, adding his client is experienced with that business. The one-acre-lot was changed from a Residential Farming zone to a Business-1 zone a few months ago,…
Read MoreDecades ago, families descended upon Family Shoes at Chuck’s Corner, 150 Main St. in Monroe, before the new school year as shoppers bought shoes and sneakers…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Capital Spirits, which began with two stores in Hartford, added a third location at 575 Monroe Turnpike this year. It is owned and…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Takumi Ramen & Grill, 435 Main St., offers a variety of noodle dishes with chicken, beef and seafood, as well as meals prepared…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Shoppers welcomed the new Aldi supermarket to town with open arms Thursday morning, filling the parking lot in the upper level of Town…
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MONROE, CT — Three leaders of Masuk High School’s elite softball program signed national letters of intent to continue playing the sport in college during a ceremony inside the school library Wednesday afternoon. Julia Bacoulis will go to Florida Gulf Coast University, Alyssa Castillo will play at the University of Bridgeport, and Sofia Lieto has committed to play at Providence College. Athletic Director Brian Hourigan, who is also the boys head baseball coach, recalled seeing these young athletes honing their swings in the batting cages and working out over the summer, on days off, before and after practice. “This is…
Read MoreSuccess the first time around is no guarantee it will happen again. Monroe Lions Head Coach Matthew Duffy’s fifth-grade youth football team had learned that valuable…
Read MoreThe Masuk High girls swimming and diving team placed eighth, with 266 points, in the Class M State Championships. Masuk had a team record-setting performance from…
Read MoreWESTON, CT — The Masuk High football team went to Weston and delivered a 56-6 win on Friday. With the victory the Panthers improved to 7-1.…
Read MoreMasuk High’s girls volleyball and girls soccer teams were eliminated from the Class LL State playoffs on Thursday, ending strong seasons for these teams. On the…
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Seventh graders enrolled in Jockey Hollow’s STEM Academy took a trip to Meigs Point Nature Center in Hammonasset…
MONROE, CT – This weekend, Masuk drama students performed the play “You’re Only Young Once”, written by Glenn…
MONROE, CT — Monroe Elementary School fourth-graders sang patriotic songs for veterans visiting their school on Veterans Day…
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MONROE, CT — Police are investigating the theft of a Norwalk man’s 2020 Dodge Charger Hellcat after it…
MONROE, CT — Off duty Monroe police officers refilled patrons’ glasses of water, while assisting the waitstaff at…
MONROE, CT — A town-owned vehicle reported stolen from outside the Monroe Senior Center, 235 Cutlers Farm Road,…
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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…
Have you ever read about the amazing journey of Monarch butterflies and wondered if you could help support…