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MONROE, Conn. — The fire marshal is investigating the cause of a storage barn fire on Judd Road, which was extinguished by firefighters late Wednesday morning. “There were no injuries and no damage to the home on the property,” Monroe Fire Chief Kevin Catalano said. “The barn is a total loss as it was fully engulfed on arrival. There are no hydrants in that neighborhood, so tanker trucks from Monroe and Newtown shuttled multiple loads of water to the scene.” The fire call came in just after 10 a.m. Catalano said 20 volunteer firefighters from Stepney, Monroe and Stevenson operated…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — While their parents decided on the town budget Tuesday, children from Monroe’s three elementary schools pondered issues of their own. In their election,…
Read MoreTo the Editor, The passage of Monroe’s budget is good news. Our schools avoided a setback, and the voters of this town made it clear that…
Read MoreDear Editor, Wow … On voter turnout (plus 21 percent), on percentage of yes votes (plus 60 percent) and on level of energy (Richter scale 8.5!).…
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To the Editor: I want to take this opportunity to thank the people of Monroe for the past two years. We have been through so much together, from celebrating championships in sports, managing devastating floods, and mourning great town leaders…
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MONROE, CT — A recent decision by the State’s Attorney to deny Monroe police detectives’ application for an arrest warrant in the brutal 1977 slaying of eight-year-old Renee Freer sparked disbelief, outrage and a deep sense of sadness among her…
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MONROE, CT — Stepney Baptist Church is pleased to announce that The Rev. Mat Samuelson has accepted the call to serve as the church’s new pastor. The congregation invites friends, neighbors and the wider community to join in welcoming Pastor…
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To the Editor: On Nov. 4, the voters of Monroe will have the opportunity to choose their next first selectman. Having raised my family and run a successful business here for over two decades, I want to share why I’m…
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Carol Ann Babina, beloved wife of John Babina Jr., passed away peacefully on October 24, 2025. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., in 1945, to the late Ernest and Elena Petito, Carol graduated at the top of her class from the UConn…
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MONROE, CT — A dispute over the sale of a backhoe resulted in an arrest warrant after a police investigation determined $18,000 was exchanged and no backhoe was given to the buyer. Todd Cascella, 63, of Cottage Street in Trumbull,…
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To the Editor: As Election Day approaches, I want to take a moment to share why I am running for the Board of Education and what drives my commitment to our community. Connecticut has always been my home, and I’m…
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MONROE, CT — Tragic stories of a fiery crash involving an impaired driver and of an overdose in front of family members, and cautionary tales of criminal and legal liability for those hosting parties with underage drinking were an appeal…
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MONROE, Conn. — The fire marshal is investigating the cause of a storage barn fire on Judd Road, which was extinguished by firefighters late Wednesday morning. “There were no injuries and no damage to the home on the property,” Monroe Fire Chief Kevin Catalano said. “The barn is a total…
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Felipe Simplicio decided to learn jiu jitsu to defend himself at age 16, while growing up in his native country of Brazil, but it soon evolved into a love of the sport, numerous medals won in tournaments and to teaching students at his own academy, RedZone Jiu Jitsu, which opened in Clock Tower Square, 477 Main St. in Monroe, Conn., on February 3, 2025. “Since I was 13, I was bullied in school and thought, ‘I’m done with this,'” Simplicio said during a recent interview at RedZone. “I wanted to be able to protect myself. I fell in love with…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — Town Fair Tire wants to move into the former Rite Aid pharmacy building at the corner of Route 111 and Cross Hill Road…
Read MoreFAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. — In a major development for the regional and Connecticut real estate market, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gaetano Marra Homes announced…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — Alfonzo DeSimone Sr., a Neapolitan immigrant, prepared pizza pies in his business, Savoy Bakery, in the rear of the three-family home he and…
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BETHEL, Conn. — The Jockey Hollow Middle School track and field team recently traveled to Bethel to compete against Bethel, Whisconier and Dover middle schools in its first meet of the year. Several Lions placed in the top five in their events, on a day with five first place finishes. “We are so proud of every student on our team,” said Donald Casey Jr., who is in his fourth year as Jockey Hollow’s coach. “Each student tried their best and established personal records in their events. Overall, a superb effort by the entire team.” Below are the top five performers…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — Teamwork and a sense of community were on full display this spring in the gyms of Monroe’s elementary schools. Stepney, Fawn Hollow and…
Read MoreMasuk High’s baseball team followed up a 10-7 loss to host Pomperaug on April 24 with a pair of convincing wins, 16-2 at Bassick on Monday…
Read MoreMasuk High’s boys volleyball team had a three-match winning streak in late April and carries an 8-5 record into the month of May. Recent match results:…
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MONROE, Conn. — While their parents decided on the town budget Tuesday, children from Monroe’s three elementary schools…
NEWTOWN, Conn. — Newtown High School senior Claire DiNoto, founder and president of the College Application Prep (NHS…
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MONROE, Conn. — The fire marshal is investigating the cause of a storage barn fire on Judd Road,…
MONROE, Conn. — Baileigh Kearney, 14, a Jockey Hollow Middle School eighth grader, had suffered from an infected…
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Daniel S. Greenberg, of Newtown, Conn., passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 22, 2026. He was…
Mary Magdaline Christine Saray Massar was born to Andrew and Marie Saray in Ciganovce, Czechoslovakia on September 21,…