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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 MoreLakeside Nutrition smoothie and energy bar and The Natural Pet Outlet are two of the newest businesses filling up Clock Tower Square on Main Street, supporting healthy lifestyles for locals and their pets. Ribbon cutting ceremonies celebrated the openings of…
Read MoreLand use boards already approved Towne Line Plaza, a new commercial development with a Noble gas station and convenience store, medical office and retail buildings, and a restaurant at 205 Monroe Turnpike. But changes are needed to accommodate Panera Bread…
Read MoreThe rider and passenger of a Harley Davidson motorcycle involved in a two-vehicle-crash on Monroe Turnpike Thursday night had their conditions upgraded to stable as of Friday morning, according to police. Robert Christiani, 57, of 10 Sciortino Road in Trumbull,…
Read MoreEditor’s note: Campaign letters will be run until Oct. 31. Please email letters to [email protected] and include contact information for any verification or questions. The Sun will not run letters that are personal attacks, though it is fine to criticize a…
Read MoreThe Save Our Stepney Task Force (SOS) will fill the Stepney Green with Marvelous Machines on Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. The rain date is Sunday. Learn about the early tractors that were once the staple of every farm…
Read MoreEric Felitto, a Fairfield chef who appeared in the “Breakfast Battle” episode of the Food Network’s TV show “Chopped” last year, was among the celebrity chefs at a Monroe Restaurant Week event at Victorinox Swiss Army’s headquarters in Monroe Thursday…
Read MoreA motorcycle rider and his female passenger were taken to Bridgeport Hospital with serious injuries after his Harley Davidson was hit by a Jeep Cherokee on Monroe Turnpike Thursday night. Police Capt. Keith White said the motorcycle was heading south…
Read MoreEditor’s note: Campaign letters will be run until Oct. 31. Please email letters to [email protected] and include contact information for any verification or questions. The Sun will not run letters that are personal attacks, though it is fine to criticize a…
Read MoreLoved ones of those who commit suicide sometimes say it came out of nowhere, but Connie Crowell, the program director for Alcohol and Drug Awareness of Monroe, says there are always signs. The 14 people attending an ADAM program at…
Read MoreA small business owner told police someone altered and cashed a $6,000 check. It was the second fraud complaint since a large drive-thru mailbox was broken into at the US. Postal Service on Monroe Turnpike last week. All the mail…
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…