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See all »MONROE, CT — Gavin DeGraw could not perform at Z-Topia tonight, leading to a cancelation of the concert. However, organizers are still gearing up for the Jam at the Dam in Stevenson this Saturday when a musical lineup of country singers Tyler Hubbard, Chase Wright and Taylor Austin Dye roll into town. Peggi Gnandt, an organizer of the event, expressed enthusiasm over what’s in store for fans coming to 1545 Monroe Turnpike Saturday. “The crew is working hard to make tomorrow’s Jam at the Dam epic,” she said Friday afternoon. “The layout is unbelievable and the grounds have been transformed…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A developer plans to build Sun Valley Glen, an eight lot residential subdivision at 1536 and 1564 Monroe Turnpike, across from the former…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Police are investigating an incident, in which a two-year-old boy sustained a gunshot wound to his hand and foot Tuesday night. The toddler…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A developer is proposing an amendment to town zoning regulations to allow mixed-use developments with multifamily residential housing units above businesses on lots…
Read MoreMonroe Police Detective Michael Chaves, a longtime computer forensics examiner, is retiring after 20 years. His expertise examining cellphones, computers and other electronic devices played a…
Read MoreA driver lost control of her Honda Civic on a sharp curve and a small patch of ice heading south on Hattertown Road Sunday morning, leading to a rollover crash in which her car struck a tree. Police said the…
Read MorePolice arrested Stepney volunteer firefighter Matthew Bittner, 38, and his friend, Joseph Bogdanyi, 32, of Seymour today for allegedly taking part in an insurance scheme culminating in the burning of a 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe owned by Bittner’s girlfriend on Oct.…
Read MoreFirefighters battled a blaze while responding to a house fire at 343 Hattertown Road just before noon on Sunday. On their Facebook page, Monroe Volunteer Fire Co. firefighters said they were joined in their response by the Stepney and Stevenson fire…
Read MoreTown Council members became embroiled in heated debate over their revised Rules of Procedure when Democrat Jason Maur motioned to open up the second public participation session of meetings to anything residents want to talk about, rather than restricting it…
Read MoreMonroe Chamber’s holiday luncheon reflects on a year of contributions to town businesses
The Monroe Chamber of Commerce’s 2019 Holiday Luncheon was attended by 30 members, who dined at the Republic Kitchen on Main Street on Dec. 10. First Selectman Ken Kellogg thanked the Chamber for its service to Monroe. Chamber President Ray…
Read MoreA Panera Bread building, without all of the New England touches some Planning and Zoning Commissioners would like, appears to be headed for approval. The commission will deliberate and vote on the plan on Jan. 2. The Panera Bread with…
Read MoreA special tree An request for Christmas light photos to use for a gallery on The Sun only garnered one submission, but it’s a good one. Clare Biagioni send this photo of her daughter, Nicole and son-in-law Anthony Lupo’s tree at…
Read MoreFirst Selectman Ken Kellogg recognized Monroe’s town employees for their hard work at the 2019 Employee Recognition Ceremony at Edith Wheeler Memorial Library Wednesday morning. Among those recognized were Town Hall employees who account for every penny in the town’s finance…
Read MorePolice tracked down and arrested the man found trying to talk to female students in the Masuk High School parking lot and engaging police in pursuit on Nov. 20 with assistance from the U.S Marshal’s Fugitive Task Force and the Bridgeport…
Read MoreA police officer tried to perform a check on a blue Suzuki Forenza with a paper registration plate Friday morning, leading to the arrest of an Ansonia man for an alleged flimflam scam. When the officer followed the car heading north…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Gavin DeGraw could not perform at Z-Topia tonight, leading to a cancelation of the concert. However, organizers are still gearing up for the Jam at the Dam in Stevenson this Saturday when a musical lineup of country singers Tyler Hubbard, Chase Wright and Taylor Austin Dye roll…
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Business
See all »MONROE, CT — A sign posted by the building inspector about unsafe conditions in the former Roberto’s building at 505 Main St. had caused a buzz on Facebook, and concern among residents who are anxious for the opening of the popular restaurant Testo’s in the space. But town officials and the owner, Ralph Giacobbe, gave assurances that everything is on track. Director of Economic & Community Development William Holsworth and Chief Building Official John Morris said Testo’s recently received its certificate of occupancy after resolving issues from a failed inspection, and Health Director Amy Lehaney told The Sun the restaurant received…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Monroe Chamber of Commerce President Ray Giovanni and Treasurer Janice Butler emptied ice buckets into the beverage cart Tuesday morning, while registration for…
Read MorePrimary Health of Connecticut offers medical care without insurance getting in the way
MONROE, CT — A corporate health care model can put barriers between patients and their doctors, from going through call centers to express a concern, often…
Read MoreMONROE, CT —Production Metals, a family owned distributor of metals, was founded with three workers in 2018 and has been growing ever since. Now it has…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Monroe Chamber of Commerce members welcomed new businesses to town with ribbon cutting ceremonies over the past year, educated members with lunch and…
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Sports
See all »MONROE, CT — Beckham Nealon, 9, who will be a Stepney Elementary School fifth grader in the fall, had just participated in two practices for World Ninja League competition last winter, when he came down with RSV in December — and it hit him hard. By the time Nealon regained his health, his limited competition led to a low power rating, making the young athlete embark on an uphill battle to qualify for the World Championships in Greensboro, N.C., which was held from June 21 to 24. Nicknamed “The Nerdy Ninja” for excelling in academics and known for wearing his…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Monroe Chamber of Commerce President Ray Giovanni and Treasurer Janice Butler emptied ice buckets into the beverage cart Tuesday morning, while registration for…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — The Monroe AYSO U8 girls soccer team, the Flash, had an undefeated — but more importantly fun-filled — spring season with weekly practices…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Capturing Masuk High’s first girls lacrosse title in program history made for a memorable finish to this past spring campaign. Even with the…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Close to 90 participants competed in the Masuk All Sports Booster Club’s annual Golf Outing under a hot sun at Whitney Farms Golf…
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See all »MONROE, CT — Instagram, engaging TikTok videos and texts among friends can keep teenagers glued to their phone…
MONROE, CT — Monroe Public School recently posted job openings for an athlete trainer at Masuk High School…
MONROE, CT — Monroe Public Schools appointed Evelyn Ciaburri and Dr. Kara Tanner to district Elementary Instructional Leadership…
Public Safety
See all »MONROE, CT — Police are investigating an incident, in which a two-year-old boy sustained a gunshot wound to…
Monroe Police Detective Michael Chaves, a longtime computer forensics examiner, is retiring after 20 years. His expertise examining…
MONROE, CT — A Norwalk woman turned herself in on a warrant Tuesday after allegedly altering a check…
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…