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See all »MONROE, CT — A large crowd flocked to opening day of St. Peter’s Grace Episcopal Church’s annual Apple Festival Saturday, eating hot dogs and burgers off the grill, apple crisps, kettle corn and other fare, while shopping in vendors’ tents that covered the green at the corner of Monroe Turnpike and Fan Hill Road. Paintings of sea life and cityscapes were among the many works by local artist Amy Valiante. At another tent, Claudia S. Farkas’ business Connecticut House Drawings were on display. A wide variety of merchandise offered something for everyone from handmade jewelry to unique clothing. The Save…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — With the new cell phone policy going into effect for the 2024-2025 school year, Masuk High School students are hit with a shockwave…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Masuk High’s girls swim and dive team rolled to a 97-74 win over visiting Stratford in the season opener Thursday. The Panthers sealed…
Read MoreMonroe Police: Speeding driver tells officer he’s taking someone to the hospital, but …
MONROE, CT — A 21-year-old Shelton man told a police officer he was speeding and passing vehicles on Route 110, because he was trying to take…
Read MoreMONROE, CT – Devastating flooding in Monroe damaged roads, homes and businesses. The next of many steps in the flood recovery process got underway last Friday.…
Read MoreName: Dee Dee Martin Age: 72 Address: 95 Maryannne Drive Party: Democrat Running for: Town Council Occupation: Retired teacher Education: Earned a Bachelor of Science in special education from Western Michigan University Experience: Incumbent Town Council member, serves on the Parks and Recreation Commission,…
Read MoreName: Spencer Wesley Age: 27 Address: 243 Cottage Street Party: Democrat Running for: Town Council Education: Earned a Bachelor of Science in psychology from the University of Connecticut, earned an Associate’s degree in behavioral science. Occupation: IT Support and IT Support…
Read MoreName: Jason Maur Age: 34 Address: 44 Stable Ridge Road Party: Democrat Running for: Town Council Occupation: Corporate Counsel of a solar energy company Education: Earned aB.A. in political science and psychology from Johns Hopkins University; earned a Juris Doctorate…
Read MoreName: Jennifer Aguilar Age: 52 Address: 32 Surrey Lane Party: Democrat Running for: Town Council Education: Earned an Associate Degree in early childhood education from Dutchess Community College, Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Experience: Monroe Town Council 2017-present; Monroe Youth Commission 2013-2017; EMS Building Committee-…
Read MoreName: Susan Koneff Age: Not given Address: 7 Georges Lane Party: Democrat Running for: Town Council Occupation: Retired language arts teacher Jockey Hollow/Chalk Hill Middle School, 26 years Education: Attended Lycoming College; earned a BS in Education from The College…
Read MoreEd Butler’s coaching career began at Bunnell High School when he led the cross country team in 1972. Now 47 years later, Butler is a retired Masuk High School art teacher, who still pulls on his sneakers to coach girls…
Read MoreMonroe Elementary School’s campus will come to life with bounce houses, face painting and pumpkin decorating during the 41st annual Great Pumpkin Fair on Saturday, Oct. 19. The day will include raffles, vendors, a bake sale, music and escape rooms. Hungry…
Read MoreFrank B. Connolly brings deep experience as interim finance director for Monroe public schools. Connolly worked for eight school districts, as well as having run municipalities over a 25 year period as the town manager for Coventry, Newington and North…
Read MoreA male motorist reported seeing a black bear with tags crossing Cottage Street, near Webb Circle, at approximately 2:30 p.m. on Sunday. Then a woman reported seeing the bear on her property in the 200-block of Webb Circle at 2:57…
Read MoreCommunity News: Think Pink, Centennial Tree planting, GOP headquarters, speed networking
Think Pink Palooza: A Celebration of Strength and Remembrance will be held on the Monroe Green at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 1. The event, sponsored by Think Pink Monroe in conjunction with Swim Across the Sound, will be an evening to…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A large crowd flocked to opening day of St. Peter’s Grace Episcopal Church’s annual Apple Festival Saturday, eating hot dogs and burgers off the grill, apple crisps, kettle corn and other fare, while shopping in vendors’ tents that covered the green at the corner of Monroe Turnpike…
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Business
See all »This story was originally published by CTNewsJunkie.com, and may not be republished or otherwise reproduced without written permission from CTNewsJunkie.com. State officials announced new funding for businesses affected by the devastating flash-flooding that hit southwestern Connecticut last weekend, as they pledged to continue working to secure long-term federal funding to support the towns in the region as they rebuild from what has been described as a “thousand-year storm.” “Today we are announcing a $5 million grant program, which will provide up to $25,000 per affected business,” said Daniel O’Keefe, commissioner of the Department of Economic and Community Development, during a…
Read MoreMonroe businesses in Stevenson are still recovering from Sunday’s flood damage with either a loss of customer traffic along Route 34, or extensive damage to infrastructure,…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Two young women waited in their cars since 10:30 p.m. Tuesday night, so they could be among the first 100 guests in line…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Dunkin’ Donuts is offering free coffee for a year for the first 100 guests in line at its new location, starting at 9…
Read MoreKathryn Derekhovych earned a Master’s degree in art in Ukraine, before working in the beauty industry after emigrating to the U.S. in 2013. Derekhovych is now…
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See all »MONROE, CT — Masuk High’s girls swim and dive team rolled to a 97-74 win over visiting Stratford in the season opener Thursday. The Panthers sealed the team win and exhibitioned the final two events. The team had 16 qualify for the South-West Conference Championships and eight more for the State Championships. “They’re happy. They got the win. It’s a good way to start the season,” Masuk Coach Emily DeMace said. Masuk began the meet with a win in the 200 yard medley relay event as the team of Lena Savkovic, Lucia Morales, Abby Kirberger and Izzy Murzinska finished in…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Masuk High’s field hockey team features a young lineup as the Panthers rebuild this fall. Masuk opened the season with a 4-0 loss…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A combination of returning swimmers and some impressive newcomers will look to carry the Masuk High girls swim and dive team to a…
Read MoreMONROE, C.T. — Given the number of experienced and skilled returnees and what unfolded in preseason Coach Katy Kreiner has confidence her Masuk High girls soccer…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Masuk High’s cross country teams are getting ready to take on the competition this fall. Jen Nyquist takes over as the new head…
Read MoreEducation
See all »MONROE, CT — With the new cell phone policy going into effect for the 2024-2025 school year, Masuk…
Name: Sarah Kochanski Position: Kindergarten teacher at Fawn Hollow Previous District: Westport Grew Up In: Dedham, Mass. Education:…
Name: Kelly Milone Position: Special Education Masuk and STEM Previous District: Bridgeport Grew Up In: Monroe Education: SCSU…
Public Safety
See all »MONROE, CT — A 21-year-old Shelton man told a police officer he was speeding and passing vehicles on…
MONROE, CT — Detectives are working with the U.S. Postal Inspection Service in an effort to stop the…
MONROE, CT — The 23rd annual CT United Ride, the state’s largest 9/11 tribute featuring hundreds of motorcycles,…
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…