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Robert “Doug” Stevens, a long-time resident of Monroe, recently of Trumbull, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on March 25, 2025. Born in Concord, N.H., he was the son of Patricia Jewell and Robert Stevens. Doug graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a degree in Engineering and earned his MBA from Wagner University. He worked for many years at Westinghouse Electric, including Bryant Electric in Bridgeport. After leaving Westinghouse, Doug pursued consulting and teaching, contributing significantly to professional societies such as the Association of Supply Chain Management (ACM, formerly APICS). He was a fellow and CPIM…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Volunteers from the Masuk PTC are organizing the Post Prom, an annual bash held at the high school after Prom Night. This year’s…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Families of Cub Scout Pack 162 celebrated the annual 2025 Blue & Gold Ceremony inside the Jockey Hollow Middle School auditorium on Sunday…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Town Council members unanimously approved an amendment allowing more senior citizens and disabled residents to qualify for property tax relief Monday night, following…
Read MorePolice hope the latest episode from the podcast, “Murder, She Told,” will encourage key witnesses to come forward, enabling them to finally crack the case of…
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MONROE, CT — Townspeople participating in the Support Monroe Photo Challenge will have a chance to win weekly giveaways and the grand prize, a foursome of golf at Whitney Farms Golf Club. The Monroe Economic Development Commission and the Monroe Chamber…
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MONROE, CT — Families will watch recorded speeches for Masuk High School’s graduation online, then graduates will be invited to come to the campus in waves to receive their diplomas. Families will wait in their cars for their child’s name…
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Philip L. Qubick, 63, of Monroe passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 12, 2020. Phil was the proud owner of Connecticut Seamless Gutters. He was born on Nov. 29, 1956. Predeceased by his parents Rita and Robert Qubick. He is survived by…
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The following is an update from First Selectman Ken Kellogg: MONROE, CT — Earlier this afternoon, the governor announced he would not allow hair salons and barbershops to open on May 20, as originally planned. During a subsequent press briefing, he…
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MONROE, CT — A Monroe, CT Residents Facebook page promotion garnered support for town businesses, while raising $6,400 for the Monroe Food Pantry. Barbara Fahr, an administrator for the page, said 249 participants patronized 111 Monroe businesses, before checking in…
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Editor’s Note: This writer, Jan Larsen, is senior vice-commander of American Legion Post 176. MONROE, CT — American Legion Post 176 picked up old grave flags for proper retirement on a sunny Saturday afternoon, while installing around 700 new flags to adorn six…
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MONROE, CT — Drivers for the 4 Mini Coopers Challenge picked up curbside food donations for the Monroe Food Pantry at 81 addresses in town on Saturday. “It truly was a group effort,” said Jenna Linn, of Monroe. “I am so proud…
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The following is an update from First Selectman Ken Kellogg: MONROE, CT — The State Department of Public Health has reported the total number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Monroe has reached 100. While ongoing increases are to be…
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MONROE, CT — Some people frequent certain places without taking much of an interest in exploring the surroundings of their entire hometown, while others know the roads like the back of their own hand. How well do you know Monroe’s…
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MONROE, CT — A West Haven man was arrested on a warrant Thursday charging him in the assault of an 80-year-old Monroe woman in his care. Leonard Glendinning, 59, was charged with second-degree assault of an elderly person and disorderly conduct. He…
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Robert “Doug” Stevens, a long-time resident of Monroe, recently of Trumbull, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on March 25, 2025. Born in Concord, N.H., he was the son of Patricia Jewell and Robert Stevens. Doug graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a degree in Engineering…
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In the competitive world of real estate, success is often measured by milestones that reflect both growth and excellence. For Monroe-based real estate brokerage BHGRE Gaetano Marra Homes, that success has come rapidly, earning national recognition and firmly establishing the firm as one of the top players in the industry. In less than five years, Broker/Owner Gaetano Marra has propelled the business to extraordinary heights, culminating in the prestigious Founders Circle award from Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate (BHGRE), a distinction that places his office among the top 20 of nearly 500 Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate offices…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — McDonald’s parking lot filled up quickly and families parking in the Village Square shopping center had to brave the crosswalk on Monroe Turnpike…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A white banner hanging below the green Salon Aponte sign at Tollgate Plaza, 838 Main St., Saturday afternoon carried the message: “Celebrating Our…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Family Shoes’ store sign is down and it has been closed since Dec. 23, but the owners announced a reopening from Saturday, Feb.…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Jessica Iannotta’s fifth grade science teacher sparked her interest in nutrition, when she was growing up on Long Island. A registered dietitian of…
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NEW HAVEN, CT — Masuk High’s boys swim team came in ninth among 52 teams in the State Open at Yale on Saturday. The Open consisted of the top swimmers from all class sizes across the state and the Panthers put in quite an effort with five school record-setting swims along the way. In the 200 yard medley relay Masuk took third place in their heat and eighth overall with a time of 1:39:66. The relay team for this event consisted of Jack McHugh, Carter Adragna, Mason Eannotti and Brendan Kirberger. In the 200 freestyle Kirberger was fourth overall. His…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — First Selectman Terry Rooney declared Sunday, March 23, to be Joe Moravsky Day in honor of Monroe’s famed American Ninja Warrior on his…
Read MoreEAST HAVEN, CT — A 3-2 overtime loss to No. 3 Conard of West Hartford in the Division III State Tournament quarterfinals in East Haven on…
Read MoreWEST HARTFORD, CT — Led by a pair of event titles by Brendan Kirberger, and more team records, the Masuk High boys swim team came in…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Masuk High’s boys swim team had a phenomenal meet at the Class M State Trials, held at Cornerstone Aquatics Center in West Hartford…
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MONROE, CT — Volunteers from the Masuk PTC are organizing the Post Prom, an annual bash held at…
MONROE, CT — On International Happiness Day, the Stepney Elementary community came together to celebrate joy and explore…
MONROE, CT — A Zoom feed to Thursday night’s budget hearing was shutdown after being hacked by pornographic…
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Police hope the latest episode from the podcast, “Murder, She Told,” will encourage key witnesses to come forward,…
MONROE, CT — Hackers struck again, disrupting the Zoom portion of the Town Council meeting Monday night after…
MONROE, CT — A 2019 BMW was reported stolen from a driveway in the 400-block of Hattertown Road…
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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…