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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…
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The driver involved in a one-car-crash in the roundabout at the intersection of routes 110 and 111 around 1:27 Saturday morning was charged with DUI. Police said the driver’s Nissan Maxima took out two signs and firefighters said it was…
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Police and firefighters responded to a single vehicle accident at the roundabout around 2 a.m. Saturday. Firefighters, who shared a post about the accident with photos on their Facebook page, said: “Squad 73 arrived to find a vehicle that failed to…
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Connecticut Department of Transportation officials found repairs are needed for the Route 34 bridge over Stevenson Dam following an annual inspection and issued a restriction in May, barring vehicles weighing over 15 tons from driving over the bridge. Police Capt.…
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A stretch of Main Street has a car wash, an oil change and repair shop and two gas stations, so David Bjorklund, a professional engineer, says building a warehouse for an auto repair shop and auto parts store on the…
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Stepney Hardware had closed early this year, after a 64-year-run, but its space at Bart Center will not be empty for long. Aubuchon Hardware, the oldest family-owned and managed hardware store chain in America, plans to open a new location at 590 Main…
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Monroe Lions players on the seventh-grade football team lost to the North Haven Indians twice last year, but a week of hard work on the practice field and hours of study in the film room paid off last Sunday in…
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Monroe Parks and Recreation has job openings for lifeguards at Masuk High School’s indoor pool. Director Missy Orosz and her recreation program supervisor, Ian Gatavaski, both worked as lifeguards as teenagers and still keep their certifications up to date. “I…
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Monroe’s first responders gathered for a ceremony outside the Monroe Fire Department’s Firehouse 1 Wednesday, to honor those who died in the 9/11 terrorist attacks 18 years ago, including their counterparts in New York City, who died risking their lives…
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Students taking the Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium test last spring earned the highest scores, in both English language arts and math, since the inception of the test four years ago, according to Superintendent of Schools Jack Zamary. Students meeting or exceeding…
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Monroe public schools and the Board of Education worked with town officials to dig themselves out of a more than $1 million hole for their 2018-19 budget year, which was caused by unanticipated special education costs and a high number…
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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…
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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 MoreMONROE, 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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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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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…
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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…
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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…