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MONROE, CT — Guests attending the First Selectman Rooney Foundation’s fundraising gala at Testo’s restaurant, 505 Main St., on Dec. 14 donated over 300 unwrapped toys to families The Center for Family Justice serves, lifting the spirits of children impacted by domestic and sexual violence during the holidays. “Over 300 children received support from this coordinated and heartwarming initiative, creating holiday wishes for kids that otherwise might not have had gifts for this holiday season,” Debra A. Greenwood, president and CEO of The Center for Family Justice (CFJ), said Thursday. “We are so grateful for those who contributed and supported…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — The Masuk High boys basketball team opened the season with a 65-53 win over visiting Trumbull on Friday. Coach Pete Szklarz said it…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A traffic stop at the intersection of routes 111 and 25 in Trumbull turned into arrests of four burglary suspects, who allegedly stole…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — The Rotary Club of Monroe had a busy fall season of service projects. Earlier this year, Rotary conducted a month-long effort, “Let’s Get…
Read MoreMasuk High School staff, students, sports teams, family and friends sponsored 150 children in a Giving Tree program this holiday season, donating over 300 gifts and…
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MONROE, CT — Tropical Storm Isaias is expected to bring strong winds and heavy rain on Tuesday, according to a tropical storm warning for all of Connecticut issued by the National Weather Service. Today (Tuesday), First Selectman Ken Kellogg said a tornado…
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MONROE, CT — Pat Crowell and his son Lucas, 17, are dealing with the aftermath of the tragic loss of their loved ones, mother and son, Connie and Jack, 22, who died Friday. They were found inside Connie’s SUV, which…
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MONROE, CT — The last edition of the Monroe Courier landed on doorsteps and front lawns over a year ago. What endeavors have the editors and reporters undertook since leaving the paper? Where are they now? Well, last week, one…
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SEYMOUR, CT — Police identified the victims, who died when their silver SUV ended up submerged in the Housatonic River Friday, as Connie Crowell, 54, of Monroe, and her 22-year-old-son Jack. Police received numerous calls from people who saw the…
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MONROE, CT — Red, white and blue balloons and patriotic decorations adorned Aubuchon Hardware when its corporate executives, local dignitaries and customers celebrated the grand opening of the new store at Bart Center, 590 Main St., Friday morning, starting two…
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The following is an update from First Selectman Ken Kellogg: MONROE, CT — This week we observed an increase in cases as compared to recent weeks. While not alarming, it is certainly concerning, in that the trend is showing increased…
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MONROE, CT — William W. Porter served as chairman of the Monroe Planning and Zoning Commission for over a decade, earning a reputation for fairness, while showing an unwavering dedication to protecting the town’s rural character. Porter, a father of…
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MONROE, CT — William Ward Porter (Bill or Mr. Porter to most, Zeke to his Dad, and Dad or Grandpa to those he treasured most) Following a brief and brutal battle against pancreatic cancer, Bill passed from earth to heaven…
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MONROE, CT — Two burglars swiped the digital video recording system after breaking into the Dunkin’ Donuts at 230 Roosevelt Drive last December, but the cameras of other businesses in the area captured images of them and their get-away car.…
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MONROE, CT — Monroe police detectives’ investigation into the sale of a vehicle with a fraudulent title led to the discovery of a large, well organized counterfeiting organization, culminating in two arrests this week. Investigators arrested Orlando Dominguez, 41, of Bridgeport,…
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MONROE, CT — Guests attending the First Selectman Rooney Foundation’s fundraising gala at Testo’s restaurant, 505 Main St., on Dec. 14 donated over 300 unwrapped toys to families The Center for Family Justice serves, lifting the spirits of children impacted by domestic and sexual violence during the holidays. “Over 300…
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Mario Testa opened Testo’s at 920 Madison Ave. in Bridgeport in 1976, and despite a change in ownership, a brief retirement and two different locations along the way, Testo’s continues to be a family operation 48 years later. The current owner, Testa’s nephew, Ralph Giacobbe, who first started working in the kitchen of his uncle’s popular restaurant in 1987, ended a brief retirement and opened a new Testo’s at 505 Main St. in Monroe with his wife, Lilly, daughter, Victoria, and son, Giovanni. Ralph’s mother, Josephine, 84, who prepared food for Testo’s with her brother, Mario, since its founding in…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Monroe Chamber of Commerce members celebrated successes of the past year, including a new and improved website, during its annual Holiday Luncheon at…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Family Shoes is extending the hours for its combined shoe and estate sale to Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — John S. Traynor, president of Cambridge Trust Wealth Management Connecticut, was the keynote speaker of the Fairfield County Commercial Brokers Network’s 25th annual luncheon…
Read MoreShakha Moore honed his boxing skills under the tutelage of the legendary Deacon John Harris at age 11, while growing up in South Norwalk. Harris taught…
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MONROE, CT — The Masuk High boys basketball team opened the season with a 65-53 win over visiting Trumbull on Friday. Coach Pete Szklarz said it was a total team effort. Mitch DeBernardo led the way with 26 points, eight rebounds and two assists. Stephen Sentementes had 13 points, three rebounds and a trio of assists. Oliver Irving scored 15 points to go along with 12 rebounds, six steals and three assists. Alex Simoulidis scored five points, grabbed five rebounds and came away with five steals. Saijon Gavin contributed five points, four rebounds and three assists. Chris Welch provided a great…
Read MoreWESTPORT, CT — The Masuk High girls basketball team went on the road and battled with FCIAC foe Staples before falling 40-31 on Friday night. The…
Read MoreSHELTON, CT — Christian LaBella reached the 100-point milestone with a goal and two assists in the Masuk High hockey team’s 4-4 tie with Wilton at…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — The South West United hockey team, combining players from Masuk High and a variety of other schools in the area, got the season…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — With a lineup loaded with experienced players, led by juniors and featuring a large number of underclassmen, the Masuk High girls basketball team…
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MONROE, CT — Masuk High School’s winter concert featured songs played by the Masuk Jazz Band, Masuk Sax…
MONROE, CT — Superintendent of Schools Joseph Kobza is proposing a $75,767,629 budget to fund Monroe’s public schools…
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MONROE, CT — A traffic stop at the intersection of routes 111 and 25 in Trumbull turned into…
MONROE, CT — A Waterbury woman turned herself in on a warrant Monday after allegedly manipulating an elderly…
MONROE, CT — Town police officers and volunteers collected new, unwrapped toys and gift certificates at the gazebo…
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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…