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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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Here’s a listing of upcoming church events centered around Christmas: Monroe Congregational Church 34 Church St., Monroe Dec. 8, 10 a.m. Second Week of Advent Worship, “Peaceful Joy” Dec. 15, 10 a.m. Third Week of Advent, “Unabashed Joy,” special presention on…
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It all started with Mark Hope. James was 5 and we decided to sign him up for AYSO soccer. Mark Hope would be his coach. Mark was also a friend and neighbor, so it seemed like an easy way to…
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When the driver of a diesel truck noticed another driver was following him around town just before midnight Wednesday, he called police, who told him to pull into the police station parking lot on Fan Hill Road, so officers could…
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David Dilks-Anderson and Eric Romansky joined the Cub Scouts the same year and grew up together in scouting, earning their way through the ranks, from Tenderfoot, Second and First class to Star and Life. On Saturday the two friends shared…
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Here are the events happening in Monroe this week, Dec. 2 – 8, 2019: Monday, Dec. 2 10 – 11 a.m. Adult Book Discussion at Edith Wheeler Memorial Library 733 Monroe Tpke, Monroe Join us in our new Monroe Lions Co-op…
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Bonnie Maur, a longtime educator and breast cancer survivor, organized the first annual Think Pink Monroe fundraiser to benefit St. Vincent’s SWIM Across the Sound, teaming up with fellow committee members to raise $10,947 to help patients get the treatment…
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Snow is in the forecast for Sunday and Monday, so First Selectman Ken Kellogg sent out a reminder of the winter weather information townspeople need to know. No Parking in the Roadway During Storms: A town ordinance prohibits parking on public…
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Thanksgiving games are always big ones on the schedule and this year’s Masuk-Newtown High Turkey Day Eve clash had more on the line than just gobbling up bragging rights. The Panthers came into this regular-season ending contest in need of…
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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,…