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BRIDGEPORT, CT — Sujata Gadkar-Wilcox, the Democratic candidate for Connecticut’s 22nd Senatorial District seat, led her opponent, Republican, Chris Carrena, 51 to 47 percent late Tuesday night. Independent Party candidate Robert Halstead was a distant third. During a watch party at Crossroads Pizza on Main Street, Gadkar-Wilcox’s campaign expressed confidence in a victory to cheering supporters, but with three precincts in Bridgeport and early voting and absentee ballots yet to be counted, they decided to call it a night. The final outcome should be decided later today. Before leaving the restaurant late Tuesday night, Gadkar-Wilcox thanked her campaign team for…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — State Rep. Tony Scott held a commanding lead late Tuesday night, so though all of the results were not in, the incumbent Republican…
Read MoreThough many residents already took advantage of early voting, a steady stream has been going to the polls throughout Election Day this Tuesday. Polls are open…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — The Monroe Registrars of Voters put out a statement explaining problems with tabulators at Fawn Hollow District 1 and Monroe Elementary School District…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Close to 40 percent of Monroe’s registered voters already cast early ballots for the Presidential Election and state races. Today residents are going…
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MONROE, CT — Three Democratic Party candidates for the Monroe Town Council finished less than 20 votes apart on Election Day, sparking a state-mandated recount, according to Peggy Villani, who served as head moderator. The recount should not affect the…
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Jan Larsen served as a generator operator and mechanic in the Army during a tour with the DaNang Signal Company, part the the 37th Signal Battalion, in Vietnam, when he heard the news of U.S. astronauts landing on the moon…
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MONROE, CT — Firefighters responded to a house fire on Ryegate Terrace Monday morning after a neighbor saw smoke coming from behind the home around 6:30 a.m. They found flames coming from a back window, forced entry into the house…
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Masuk High School’s female divers competed in the State Finals Meet in Middletown on Thursday, Nov. 9, and the swimmers competed in the State Trials Meet in East Lyme on Saturday. Masuk diver Carly Jordan placed 6th overall and medaled…
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SUFFIELD, CT — A 3-0 road win against undefeated Suffield High School allowed the underdog Masuk boys soccer team to advance to the semifinals of the CIAC Tournament Saturday . Suffield was ranked 5th and had a 13-0-3 record going into…
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MONROE, CT — Monroe police officers raised $1,060 for Special Olympics Connecticut during their annual Tip-A-Cop fundraiser at Jennie’s Pizzeria, 380 Monroe Turnpike, Wednesday. Officers assisted waitstaff and some of their children also pitched in. “They look forward to it…
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MONROE, CT — A Veterans Day ceremony was held on Stepney Green Saturday morning, when local veterans, public officials, clergy and residents gathered to honor the men and women who served and continue to serve in our armed forces. Victor…
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MONROE, CT — Mike Putnam created a video of the Masuk Panthers football team’s Senior Night, showing the ceremonies and game highlights to music. Masuk beat visiting New Milford 55-7 at Benedict Stadium. All respectful comments with the commenter’s first…
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MONROE, CT — Members of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10059, which includes the towns of Monroe, Shelton, Easton and Trumbull, were introduced during Masuk High School’s football game against New Milford at Benedict Stadium Friday night, as part of…
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MONROE, CT — Masuk High School celebrated Senior Night for 12th graders on its football, cheer and dance teams at Benedict Stadium Friday night, when the Panthers took on visiting New Milford in their last regularly scheduled home game this…
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BRIDGEPORT, CT — Sujata Gadkar-Wilcox, the Democratic candidate for Connecticut’s 22nd Senatorial District seat, led her opponent, Republican, Chris Carrena, 51 to 47 percent late Tuesday night. Independent Party candidate Robert Halstead was a distant third. During a watch party at Crossroads Pizza on Main Street, Gadkar-Wilcox’s campaign expressed confidence…
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MONROE, CT — Shoppers welcomed the new Aldi supermarket to town with open arms Thursday morning, filling the parking lot in the upper level of Town Line Plaza, 205 Monroe Turnpike, and joining the long line of people anxiously waiting for the manager to open its doors. Some parked in the Panera Bread parking lot on the lower level and walked up the sidewalk to shop and the steady stream of traffic going in and out of the driveway seemed endless. Public officials welcomed store staff. The Monroe Chamber of Commerce performed a ribbon cutting ceremony with First Selectman Terry…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — A developer plans to build a new 7,500-square-foot retail building at 685 Main St., near Northbrook Condominiums. A hot dog stand that used…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — Whether its a mouthwatering cut of New York Strip, fresh seafood dishes, a specialty pizza, Chicken tikka masala, burritos or a juicy burger…
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 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…
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WESTON, CT — The Masuk High girls swimming and diving team had some standout performances in the South-West Conference Championships. The Panthers came in fifth as a team with a score of 232. Pomperaug of Southbury was first with a score of 562. The swim events were held at Weston Middle School on Saturday after the diving finals took place at New Fairfield High on Oct. 30. The swim portion of the championships traditionally takes place at Masuk’s pool, but had to be relocated due to a mechanical issue with the pool. Masuk’s swimmers practiced at Shelton Community Center and…
Read MoreEditor’s Note: The author, Lisa Martinsky, is a teacher at Stepney Elementary School and a former Monroe Teacher of the Year. She was among the 5K…
Read MoreMasuk High’s Carly Jordan captured the South-West Conference diving title with a score of 336.35 at New Fairfield High on Oct. 30. Her placement contributed to…
Read MoreDANBURY, CT — The No. 26 Masuk High boys soccer team defeated host and No. 7 Abbott Tech of Danbury 1-0 in the Class L State…
Read MoreMONROE, CT — The No. 14 Masuk High girls soccer team got by No. 19 and visiting Ledyard 1-0 in the opening round of the Class…
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Editor’s Note: The author, Lisa Martinsky, is a teacher at Stepney Elementary School and a former Monroe Teacher…
MONROE, CT — Stepney firefighters recently visited Stepney Elementary School for Fire Prevention Month, teaching children about fire…
MONROE, CT — A stone outdoor classroom behind Fawn Hollow Elementary School allows teachers to take their classes…
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MONROE, CT — A 52-year-old resident told police someone stole his wallet from his unlocked Acura MDX when…
MONROE, CT — A man accused of leaving his dog behind, most likely without food and water for…
MONROE, CT — Samantha Kearney recently became the first female officer in the Stepney Volunteer Fire Department’s 107…
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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…