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See all »EASTON, CT — A rally defending women’s reproductive rights attracted close to 70 people, who gathered in front of the Morehouse Pavilion on a sunny, fall afternoon Sunday to listen to speeches from Democrats, including elected officials, candidates running in state elections, and town party leaders. Since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, 20 states banned or restricted abortion procedures earlier in a pregnancy than the federal law had allowed, and the issue is a hot topic in elections across the country. Beth Cliff, of Easton, who is running against incumbent Republican, Tony Scott, for Connecticut’s 112th District seat,…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A developer will build a new 16,000-square-foot warehouse at 588 Pepper St. to store equipment and supplies from an HVAC business on the industrial…
Read MoreDennis Bradshaw dedicated 20 years of his life to public service as a Monroe police officer before his retirement. He was the first K-9 handler on…
Read MoreAshok Gadkar-Wilcox came to the U.S. as part of a wave of immigration from India and his hard work and marketable skills as an engineer enabled…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — After surviving her own breast cancer scare years ago, Bonnie Maur, a longtime teacher at Chalk Hill and Jockey Hollow middle schools, started…
Read MoreMONROE. C.T. — The Masuk baseball team won its first game of the season, and did so in dramatic fashion, defeating visiting Brien McMahon 5-4 in eight innings on Monday. Jacob Mondo picked up the win on the mound pitching…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — First Selectman Terry Rooney held a signing ceremony in the Monroe Town Hall conference room Monday morning to finalize a new police union contract, which he says will help the town’s recruitment and retention of officers. In…
Read MoreMannequins dressed in a variety of outfits, from sleeveless dresses and collared shirts to a T-shirt and shorts and a pair of medical scrubs, are included in the art display “What were you wearing?” It is meant to show the victim…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Masuk High’s boys volleyball team began the regular season with a 3-0 (27-25, 25-18, 25-17) win over visiting Xavier on Saturday. Dan Ferris had a strong all-around game with 14 kills and six blocks. Nicholas Adams compiled…
Read MoreTRUMBULL, CT — The baseball season opener did not go Masuk High’s way despite solid pitching from Quinn McGuire. The Panthers were blanked 3-0 at Trumbull on Saturday. The Eagles scored one run in the first inning and two in…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — The Masuk High softball team had its hitting shoes on to start the year. The Panthers clubbed seven hits and defeated visiting Fitch 10-2 at home on Saturday. Masuk struck with three runs in the first, added…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Golf season is about to begin and Masuk High’s girls squad is looking to make some noise in the South-West Conference. The Panthers, led by captains Jocelyn Allen and Alexa Cross, have their sights set on an…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A bear tried to break into a house on Pachaug Trail earlier this month, leaving claw marks on the wooden front and side doors, as well as damaging the door jam of the front entrance, according to…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — The defending state champion Masuk High boys volleyball team is back at it and ready to go for another crown. “Our team is solid all around defensively and offensively,” Coach Hipolito Castro said. Masuk is led by…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Coming off its fifth consecutive state title and a runner-up finish in the South-West Conference, the Masuk High softball team again figures to be in the mix of contenders in both brackets. Coach Leigh Barone’s team graduated…
Read MoreEASTON, CT — A rally defending women’s reproductive rights attracted close to 70 people, who gathered in front of the Morehouse Pavilion on a sunny, fall afternoon Sunday to listen to speeches from Democrats, including elected officials, candidates running in state elections, and town party leaders. Since the Supreme Court…
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See all »MONROE, CT — Sip & Scoop goes way beyond vanilla. The menu at the ice cream shop at 590 Main St. allows imaginations to run wild with flavors like Cookie Monster, Mint Choco Chip and Strawberry Cheesecake. During a visit Tuesday afternoon, Governor Ned Lamont opted for a cold drink — Strawberry Dragon Fruit. Several public officials stopped by Sip & Scoop after a press conference announcing the opening of the U.S. Small Business Recovery Center for Fairfield County at the Monroe Police Department, which will assist businesses hurt by the massive flooding on Aug. 18. Among the speakers was…
Read MoreEsli Molina, 37, worked at pizzerias in Norwalk and Greenwich in his 20s, learning the business in hopes of owning his own restaurant one day. Thirteen…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — El Sol Deli is known for its Mexican-American fusion, serving its patrons cold cuts, sandwiches, traditional chicken cutlets and Philly cheesesteaks, as well…
Read MoreThis 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…
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,…
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Sports
See all »MONROE, CT — Goals came in bunches this past week for the Masuk High girls soccer team as Panthers dominated in a trio of home games, outscoring opponents 24-1. The results were 8-0 over Stratford on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 8-0 over Immaculate on Sept. 26 and 8-1 over Kolbe Cathedral on Sept. 28. In the win over Stratford goalkeeper Kara Leandres recorded the shutout. Bri VanDerheyden netted a hat-trick Amelia Stephens had two goals and two assists — both of her tallies coming on headers off corner kicks. Ella McGee had a goal and three assists. Other Goals were scored…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Masuk High’s girls swim and dive team split a pair of meets this week, falling 96-86 to Brookfield on Sept. 24 and defeating…
Read MoreNEW CANAAN, CT — In a clash between unbeatens the Masuk High football team blanked host New Canaan 14-0 on Friday night. Masuk (3-0) holds the…
Read MoreWESTON, CT — Masuk High’s field hockey team won its second game of the fall with a 3-2 edging of host Weston on Sept. 23. Abby…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Masuk High’s girls volleyball team continued its winning ways, following up consecutive wins over Immaculate and Newtown with a pair of 3-0 victories.…
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See all »MONROE, CT — In the past couple of years, social media and every news station have been filled…
MONROE, CT — A state investigation is underway to determine the identity of the person who made a…
MONROE, CT — Monroe has six old school buildings with outdated windows and doors, aging mechanicals and bathrooms…
Public Safety
See all »MONROE, CT — In the past couple of years, social media and every news station have been filled…
MONROE, CT — A state investigation is underway to determine the identity of the person who made a…
MONROE, CT — Police are investing an attempted burglary at Sippin Energy Products, 234 Main St., that took…
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…