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MONROE, 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 on Saturday. Almost every swimmer got a best time in their events and some school record times were recorded. The Panthers will look to continue that success in the Class M Championships, also at Cornerstone, Monday afternoon. In the trials, Masuk started out strong and made a statement in the 200 yard medley relay placing first in its heat and third overall in the event for Class M. The relay team consists of Jack…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — An 89-year-old Monroe man was banned from the Stop & Shop supermarket at 470 Monroe Turnpike after he allegedly pushed an 18-year-old store…
Read MoreSt. Peter’s Grace Episcopal Church’s annual fish fry was a popular mainstay in Monroe, providing fish and chips, sides and homemade desserts for families on Friday’s…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Rodgers and Hammerstein’s version of “Cinderella” delves deeper into the classic fairytale to capture the motivations of its characters. Masuk High School’s talented…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — The First Selectman Rooney Foundation donated $8,000 to support the town’s Project Warmth and Monroe Food Pantry programs, which help single residents and…
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Golfers still have time to form foursomes and more sponsors are welcome for the Masuk Football Golf Outing to be played at Whitney Farms Golf Course on Saturday, Aug. 10. Proceeds will defray the cost of running Masuk High School’s…
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Small trees and other plantings adorn the traffic islands and rotary at the intersection of routes 110 and 111, but this summer the landscaping has been overrun with weeds. Several people commenting on the Monroe CT Residents Facebook page complained…
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A green pickup truck towing a black metal trailer struck the two outdoor speakers for the McDonald’s drive-thru on Monroe Turnpike Sunday evening, according to an employee’s account of the incident. Police said the crash occurred around 5:42 p.m. and…
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Tracking bobcats A bobcat with a tracking collar and ear tags was seen on Autumn Drive and Crescent Place on July 27. A woman on High Meadow Drive reported seeing the same bobcat on July 30. A different bobcat was…
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Families will mingle with the men and women who provide emergency services for the town in a fun atmosphere during Monroe’s Night at the Park this Tuesday. The annual event will be held at Wolfe Park from 5 to 9 p.m.…
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First Selectman Ken Kellogg says recent changes to the land use department and moving toward an online permitting process will make it more convenient for residents and developers to do business with the town. Those topics were discussed by the…
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A verbal argument between a man and a woman in a white Chevy Malibu in the Mobil Gas Station parking lot at 405 Monroe Turnpike Thursday led to arrests on drug charges. While speaking with the two occupants of the vehicle,…
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Lorraine Duncan, owner of Business Gone Social and author of the book “Shout it Out: A Social Media Marketing Guide for Business Owners,” shared tips on creating a LinkedIn profile that will attract business clients and grow your network during…
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Police arrested a Waterbury man on a warrant Monday for the burglary and attempted theft of a Harley Davidson motorcycle from a garage on Maple Drive four years ago. Police were called at 10:52 p.m. on April 16, 2015, for…
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Monroe police officers are joining in the statewide effort to crack down on drivers who distract themselves by texting and talking on their cellphones without their bluetooth. The effort is to increase awareness and safety by reminding drivers to keep…
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MONROE, 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 on Saturday. Almost every swimmer got a best time in their events and some school record times were recorded. The Panthers will look to…
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MONROE, CT — A white banner hanging below the green Salon Aponte sign at Tollgate Plaza, 838 Main St., Saturday afternoon carried the message: “Celebrating Our 35th Year, Organic and Natural Hair Care.” Inside, stylists cut, brushed and blowdried the hair of clients seated in front of a row of mirrors. Further back, owner Nancy Aponte brought out trays of vegetables, crackers, meats and cheeses, placing it on a table with a cake for her guests. First Selectman Terry Rooney, Monroe Chamber of Commerce President Ray Giovanni, who also chairs the Monroe Economic Development Commission, and several chamber members were…
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…
Read MoreTea parties often conjure up images of women wearing white gloves and fancy hats, while chatting over pastries and sipping herbal brews out of fine china.…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Four friends sat around a table for a board game inside Upper Crust Games Friday afternoon. The business, which sells tabletop games like…
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MONROE, 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 on Saturday. Almost every swimmer got a best time in their events and some school record times were recorded. The Panthers will look to continue that success in the Class M Championships, also at Cornerstone, Monday afternoon. In the trials, Masuk started out strong and made a statement in the 200 yard medley relay placing first in its heat and third overall in the event for Class M. The relay team consists of Jack…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A new videoboard at Benedict Stadium could make Masuk High School’s athletes larger than life with a live-stream of game action, highlights, photos…
Read MoreSHELTON, CT — The No. 6 Masuk High hockey team bounced back from its conference tournament loss with an exciting Division III State Tournament win — a 3-2 overtime victory against No. 11 Enfield-East Granby-Stafford at the Sports Center of Connecticut in Shelton on Monday. Luke Kondub scored the game…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Host Masuk High had a fifth-place finish in the South-West Conference Championships on Friday. The Panthers were led by a pair of first-place…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Inflatable palm trees and decorations of coconuts and tropical flowers adorned the cafeteria inside Masuk High School late Friday afternoon. Music played from…
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MONROE, CT — Aryan Ramnaress, 11, took piano lessons at age five, when his father encouraged him to…
MONROE, CT — A new videoboard at Benedict Stadium could make Masuk High School’s athletes larger than life…
MONROE, CT — Several Monroe Elementary School parents, upset over first hearing that one school space option to…
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MONROE, CT — A 61-year-old Shelton woman reported her white 2018 Land Rover Discovery stolen from the Village…
MONROE, CT — Two drivers were hospitalized following a crash at the intersection of Route 110 and Wheeler…
MONROE, CT — Detectives are still investigating two daytime burglaries reported at Highland Drive on Feb. 21. At…
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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…