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See all »Dennis 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 the scene during the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in 2012, later protecting its students in the driveway when they attended classes at Chalk Hill School in Monroe. He had decorated his cruiser to bring smiles and joy to the children, who were impacted by the tragedy. He and his wife Carol, a bus driver for Newtown Public Schools for over 30 years, were enjoying their retirement, when the flooding of Aug. 18 destroyed…
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 MoreMONROE, CT — In the past couple of years, social media and every news station have been filled with stories of gun violence, most prominently in…
Read MoreTo the Editor, I wanted to preface this letter with this statement, most people will send in letters stating why they think their candidate is the best for Monroe, I won’t be doing that right away, instead I want to…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Employees arriving at work around 8 a.m. Thursday morning at M Cubed Technologies were greeted by a man in the parking lot selling shoes, according to police. Officers responded to the business at 921 Main St. after…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A Monroe Volunteer Fire Department engine crew was at a preschool Thursday morning about to teach the children how to prevent fires when the program was cut short after they got the call that a fire had…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — An application for 99 homes to be built on more than 150 acres at 139, 141, and 201 Turkey Roost Road and 30 Cobblers Hill Court cleared its first hurdle this week when it won the approval…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — The Masuk Boys Soccer team faced off against Bassick at the University of Bridgeport Stadium on Oct. 12. Through the drizzly surroundings, both defenses were able to withstand multiple advances on goal. Bassick struck first with 18:16…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — They came armed with questions, but left disappointed. When the Board of Education announced Monday that it would hold a special meeting Tuesday regarding the investigation into the Masuk High School football program, many thought and hoped…
Read MoreTo the Editor: RE: Postmaster’s Report – Readiness for the 2023 Holiday Season As the Postmaster of Monroe, I am excited to let our community know of several significant updates that will enhance service and ensure a seamless experience for…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Senate Republican Leader Kevin Kelly on Tuesday accused Connecticut Democrats of being “tone deaf” for touting lower rates of violent crime and property crime as daily news headlines report shootings, stabbings, carjackings, lawless street takeovers and other…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Was it the accent that gave it away? A resident called police on Oct. 10 reporting that he received a call purporting to be from Police Chief Keith White informing the man that he was the subject…
Read MoreJean DeVietro, a longtime Monroe resident, passed away on Thursday, Oct. 12, She had just celebrated her 93rd birthday. Born in Bridgeport on Sept. 25, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Nazzareno Berardi and Assunta (Ridolfi) Berardi. She…
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 the scene during the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in 2012, later protecting its students in the driveway when they attended classes at Chalk…
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Business
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…