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MONROE, 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, students had to evaluate the merits of three worthy programs to determine which nonprofit should receive the biggest share of their $1,200 donation. The Monroe Volunteer Emergency Medical Service responds to medical emergencies throughout the town, Project Warmth keeps residents warm in the winter and the Monroe Food Pantry ensures struggling families have food on their tables. Elizabeth Richer and Katie Tolan volunteered at the ballots table, warmly greeting young voters who entered the…
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!).…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — Voters overwhelmingly supported the $113.6 million town budget proposal for fiscal year 2026-27 at referendum Tuesday, approving it by a vote of 1,864…
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Visitors to the Veracious Brewery parking lot Sunday sampled Monroe Social’s roasted brussel sprouts appetizer with pumpkin seeds, honey and bacon. Osteria Romano had cannolis and Republic Kitchen and Bar served up its pulled pork sliders among its offerings. Mr.…
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U.S. Rep. Jim Himes, D-Conn., rallied with the Monroe Democratic Town Committee and its municipal candidates on the Monroe Town Green on Oct. 12. “The Monroe Democrats have put forward a strong slate for Town Council and an excellent candidate in…
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The following is a listing of events happening in Monroe this week, from Monday, Oct. 21, to Sunday, Oct. 27. This week is Monroe Restaurant Week. Check the monroect.org website for list of participating restaurants and their specials. Tuesday, Oct.…
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Editor’s note: Campaign letters will be run until Oct. 31. Please email letters to themonroesun@gmail.com and include contact information for any verification or questions. The Sun will not run letters that are personal attacks, though it is fine to criticize a…
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The Monroe Youth Commission’s annual Trick or Trunk attracted young witches, princesses, dragons and superheroes, who received Halloween candy from vehicle trunks decorated for the season Sunday. Some families carried umbrellas in the drizzling rain, but the weather didn’t dampen…
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Children slid down an inflatable slide and jumped in a bounce house on the lawn at Monroe Elementary School Saturday, while others went inside the building for face painting, photos and holiday shopping with their families during the 41st annual…
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Luke Costantini is on a mission. After watching his beloved grandfather pass away from stomach cancer in May, the 10-year-old Stepney Elementary School fifth grader was inspired. “Luke had been learning about recyling and the impact it has on our environment…
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Town Council members voted unanimously to hire Burlington Construction Co. to be the project manager for the renovation and addition to Jockey Hollow firehouse, where the Monroe Volunteer Emergency Medical Service is headquartered. First Selectman Ken Kellogg said the training…
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MONROE, 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, students had to evaluate the merits of three worthy programs to determine which nonprofit should receive the biggest share of their $1,200 donation. The…
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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. — Baileigh Kearney, 14, a Jockey Hollow Middle School eighth grader, had suffered from an infected…
MONROE, Conn. — A 31-year-old Bridgeport woman allegedly stole credit and bank card information from eight co-workers at…
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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,…