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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 — Star running back Jason Champagne broke loose for a 23 yard touchdown run early in the first quarter and Jackson Zylick kicked the extra point to give the Masuk Panthers a 7-0 lead over the visiting New…
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To the Editor: Election Day this year was a bit later than usual, November 7th; because of that election day occurred the same week as the Marine Corps Birthday and Veterans Day. It made me think of the inherent connection…
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MONROE, CT –Jersey Mike’s Subs, known for its fresh sliced, fresh grilled subs, will open at 143 Purdy Hill Road in Monroe on Nov. 15. Franchise owner Mitch Thomson will hold a grand opening and fundraiser from Wednesday, Nov. 15,…
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MILFORD, CT — The Masuk boys soccer team played stifling defense to shutout the Platt Tech Panthers on the No. 4 seed’s own field, while earning a 3-0 second-round victory in the CIAC tournament game at the Orange Avenue Athletic…
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MONROE, CT — Seven of Masuk High School’s star athletes signed letters of intent to play for colleges and universities upon graduation during a ceremony in the media center Wednesday afternoon. Girls lacrosse players Lilly Cameron, Sophia Clark and Samantha…
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MONROE, CT — The Monroe-Trumbull chapter of Binky Patrol needs donors, quilters, knitters and crocheters to help make children smile this holiday season. “We will be giving binkies to Al’s Angels for distribution to the tri-state hospitals as well as social…
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MONROE, CT — The Masuk Panthers football team beat Brookfield 31-20 on the road on Nov. 3, but the game was nearly canceled when two Masuk coaches quit. “After the coaches quit, the administration did not believe we had enough…
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MONROE, CT — The Masuk Boys Soccer team rallied from an early 1-0 deficit to defeat the visiting Bristol Eastern Lancers 3-1 under the lights of Benedict Stadium, securing the Panthers’ first round CIAC Playoff game victory late Tuesday afternoon.…
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Terry Rooney led in the first selectman race with only absentee ballots from two districts left to count. His opponent, Jerry Stevens, texted to congratulate him, but Rooney paced inside the dining room of Vazzy’s Osteria, 415 Main St., refusing…
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MONROE, CT — A municipal election with a competitive first selectman race at the top of the ticket has led to a surge in voter turnout today. As of 3 p.m., 3,133 people participated, which is 6.74 percent higher turnout…
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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…