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NEWTOWN, Conn. — Newtown Stage Co. proudly presents its highly anticipated summer production of “Bye Bye Birdie Youth Edition.” Marking the company’s fourth summer of bringing stellar theatrical productions to Newtown and its neighbors, this energy-packed musical with a run time of one hour and 10 minutes is set to delight audiences of all ages. Four showings at Edmond Town Hall Theater, 45 Main St. in Newtown, include: Friday, July 17, 7 p.m. Saturday, July 18, 1 p.m. Saturday, July 18, 7 p.m. Sunday, July 19, 1 p.m. For tickets, click here. This year’s production showcases an incredibly talented cast…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — A 52-year-old Monroe man was taken to St. Vincent’s Medical Center with injuries after being involved in a motorcycle crash near the intersection…
Read MoreCatherine E. Thomas, longtime resident of Monroe, Conn., passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. She was 82-years-old. Born November 25,…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — Home redesigns, outgrowing collections and changes in interests can lead to the accumulation of high quality furniture, kitchenware, decorations, sports equipment and antiques.…
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MONROE, CT — Monroe was recently awarded a $150,000 grant for athletic facility upgrades at Wolfe Park. First Selectman Ken Kellogg says the aid will be used to repair, regrade, resurface and re-stripe the courts — projects listed among the town’s priorities.…
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MONROE, CT — An 85-year-old Monroe man was defrauded out of $15,000 and tried to send another $40,000 cashier’s check to a scammer overseas when his bank put a hold on it due to suspicion of fraud, according to police.…
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Tiki torches and a fire pit can make your patio a fun area to relax with family and friends, who can also enjoy appetizers and burgers off the grill, while seated around tables, on outdoor sofas and in comfy chairs.…
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MONROE, CT — The filling of a massive hole on industrial property at 64 Cambridge Drive is going well, but valves must be adjusted to get water to all five wetland irrigation zones, according to a third party report. A…
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MONROE, CT — A detour will be posted on Pastors Walk, while Aquarion does a main replacement, from Bradford Drive to Wiltan Road, according to a traffic impact notice from Monroe Public Works. Access will be restricted to emergency vehicles,…
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MONROE, CT — Families will have an opportunity to receive free school supplies, along with the chance to win a $10,000 college scholarship for their children by participating in the School Rocks Backpack Giveaway this Sunday. Wireless Zone, an authorized…
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MONROE, CT — Work crews are taking on a slew of summer projects to prepare Monroe public school campuses for openings this fall. Superintendent of Schools Joseph Kobza recently shared news of the biggest projects. Kobza said those who have…
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MONROE, CT — Finance Director Ron Bunovsky Jr. shared a projection for a $1 million surplus for the Board of Education budget by the end of the year. “We’re showing a surplus at the end of the year of about…
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NEWTOWN, Conn. — Newtown Stage Co. proudly presents its highly anticipated summer production of “Bye Bye Birdie Youth Edition.” Marking the company’s fourth summer of bringing stellar theatrical productions to Newtown and its neighbors, this energy-packed musical with a run time of one hour and 10 minutes is set to…
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MONROE, Conn. — Home redesigns, outgrowing collections and changes in interests can lead to the accumulation of high quality furniture, kitchenware, decorations, sports equipment and antiques. A tag sale allows owners to get something back, and a townwide tag sale could be a dream for bargain hunters. Monroe is planning a townwide tag sale featuring 82 vendors at 78 locations, including an artisan walk with small cottage businesses and crafters selling their wares. Everyone will be open for business from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on July 18 (rain date July 19), however, some may choose to host their tag…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — The Monroe Chamber of Commerce’s 60th annual dinner was held at Sal’s Family Pizza, 630 Main St., last Monday evening. Members reflected on…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — The Planning and Zoning Commission granted an approval with conditions for a proposal allowing Town Fair Tire to move into the former Rite…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — The Monroe Chamber of Commerce’s first annual Lee Hossler Memorial Golf Tournament was played under a clear blue sky at the Chris Bargas…
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MONROE, Conn. — Joey Nizzardo, 23, of Monroe, who is well known for his three-year-winning-streak in the solo category of the annual Hartford HealthCare/St. Vincent’s Swim Across the Sound, recently competed in the 20 Bridges Swim Around Manhattan on June 15. He completed the 28-and-a-half-mile swim in the Hudson, East and Harlem rivers in 6:10:17, the 11th fastest time in the history of recorded swims going back to 1915. “It was really a cool experience,” Nizzardo said in a recent phone interview. “I was pretty happy with my time. It’s part of the Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming.” The…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — Rylee DeSanto of Monroe, a standout goaltender at Sacred Heart Academy, has earned a coveted spot at the USA Hockey Girls National 15…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — Monroe’s AYSO Region 79 spring soccer season came to an exciting, fun-filled end with a jamboree at the fields near Great Hollow Lake…
Read MoreMasuk High’s girls golf team had quite a spring, following up a South-West Conference Championship with a second-place finish in the Division II State Tournament, a…
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MONROE, Conn. — A tour of Jockey Hollow Middle School showed Facilities Planning Committee members the building’s most…
MONROE, Conn. — Taking risks, overcoming failures, picking others up and leading lives of character and kindness, even…
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MONROE, Conn. — A 52-year-old Monroe man was taken to St. Vincent’s Medical Center with injuries after being…
MONROE, Conn. — Five people were hospitalized following a three-vehicle-crash at the intersection of Wheeler Road and Route…
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Catherine E. Thomas, longtime resident of Monroe, Conn., passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026, surrounded by her…
Baird Aram Barsumian, 71, of Dennis Port, Mass., passed unexpectedly on May 19, 2026. He was a cherished…