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See all »MONROE, 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 property after receiving unanimous approval from the Planning and Zoning Commission for a special permit application and site plan Thursday night. A&B Mechanical, Heating, Plumbing, Electrical & A/C has an existing building on the property, which is just over three acres. The owner plans on storing approximately 15 empty roll-off containers and 10 vehicles relating to his existing business in the outdoor storage area, which would be approximately 12,415 square feet, according to the…
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, CT — Sip & Scoop goes way beyond vanilla. The menu at the ice cream shop at 590 Main St. allows imaginations to run wild…
Read MoreThe Masuk High boys hockey team began the season with a 5-4 overtime loss to Staples at Milford Ice Pavilion on Dec. 13. Nick Kondub factored into each Masuk goal with two net-finders and a pair of assists. He notched…
Read MoreThe Masuk High girls basketball team, in a pair of road contests, defeated North Haven 53-46 on Wednesday and topped Amistad 58-41 on Friday. In the North Haven game, the Panthers fell behind 28-19 at halftime and outscored the opposition…
Read MoreMany couples who’ve clinked glasses of wine at weddings and romantic dinners, party guests raising their glasses for champagne toasts on New Year’s Eve and friends catching up with stories and laughs over a few beers during the past 50…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — The Masuk High boys basketball team looks to bounce back from a tough 60-40 loss to Trumbull on Friday when the Panthers take on Kaynor Tech in their home opener this Tuesday at 7 p.m. “This year…
Read MoreA 48-year-old Oxford man felt foolish after an encounter at the Henny Penny gas station on Route 34 on Dec. 8, when he paid for $47 worth of gas for a couple asking for help, then wound up giving them…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Monroe Chamber of Commerce members celebrated a successful year when business owners and professionals gathered at its annual Holiday Luncheon at Flames Restaurant, 262 Main St., Tuesday afternoon. Chamber President Ray Giovanni recalled a year of ribbon…
Read MoreKaren T. Cronin, age 70, of Monroe, Connecticut passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 3, 2023. Karen was born on July 10, 1953 to the late Sam and Patricia Vistica. She worked for Smith Hanley Associates and retired from Penfield…
Read MoreCoach Christy lashes back at critics, slams investigation into Masuk’s football program
Editor’s Note: Portions of the letter at the end of this article were redacted to protect the identities of specific students. This was discussed with Coach Steve Christy before publication. MONROE, CT — After months of controversy over an investigation…
Read MoreRobert M. Fox, age 79 of Southbury, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home with his devoted wife and caregiver by his side on Saturday, December 9, 2023. He was the husband of Kathleen (O’Toole) Fox. Bob was…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Rabbi Israel Stock Jr. dispelled a popular myth about Hanukkah, while speaking to a crowd during the annual lighting of the menorah Monday evening, an event held near the town gazebo. It is popularly believed there was…
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 property after receiving unanimous approval from the Planning and Zoning Commission for a special permit application and site plan Thursday night. A&B Mechanical, Heating,…
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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…