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Sujata Gadkar-Wilcox had declared victory in Connecticut’s 22nd Senatorial District race late Tuesday night. With votes still left to be counted in Bridgeport, whose politics traditionally favor the Democratic Party, her Republican opponent, Christopher Carrena conceded Wednesday afternoon. Gadkar-Wilcox, of Trumbull, who made history as the first South Asian woman and the first Indian-American to be elected as a senator in Connecticut, will represent Trumbull and portions of Bridgeport and Monroe in Hartford. “I’m very excited, because I love this district and I’m really looking forward to advocating for the community,” Gadkar-Wilcox said Wednesday. “Having been out knocking on doors,…
Read MoreBRIDGEPORT, 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…
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…
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MONROE, CT — With a classic display of pack running, the Masuk High School cross country team upset favored Joel Barlow by a score of 26 to 32. Barlow captured the first two places, but the Panthers placed the next …
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Mario Gerard Cacace, 68, passed away on Friday, Oct. 6 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Mario was born in Brooklyn, NY on Feb. 20, 1955 to Mario Rosario and Theresa Cacace. After his mother’s untimely passing in…
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To the Editor: As a resident of Monroe for many years, I have had the opportunity to serve our town as a member of Emergency Medical Services as an EMT and Chairperson of the Town’s EMS Commission. I worked with…
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Democratic candidate for First Selectman Jerry Stevens, Democratic candidate for Tax Collector Nina Gagnon, and Democratic candidate for Treasurer Nick Kapoor outlined their fiscal agenda for the voters of Monroe ahead of the 2023 municipal election. Jerry Stevens on becoming…
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MONROE, CT — The Town Council on Tuesday set Oct. 23 as the date it will hold a public information meeting on several resolutions that would provide funding to pave roads, purchase Public Works equipment, make upgrades in three schools…
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MONROE, CT — What started as a shoplifting incident at Stop and Shop on Monroe Turnpike ended in Shelton Monday when the car the alleged shoplifters were in crashed on Howe Avenue by the Shelton/Derby bridge. Monroe police received the…
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To the Editor: About a year and a half ago, Mr. Rooney, the Republican candidate running for First Selectman, was selling his house in Monroe. On April 27, he went on a Facebook tirade that he would never sell his…
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To the Editor Over the weekend, the Jewish people were celebrating the “most joyous” Holiday of the year – Simchat Torah – celebrating the gift of the Torah. Many of us were unaware of what was happening in Israel and…
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To the Editor and the People of Monroe: My name is Jennifer Palmieri (Plessis), the daughter of Donna Miller (30yr resident bus driver and dispatcher/manager) and granddaughter of Jane Miller (30yr resident Cafeteria Head Cook). I have been a resident…
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MONROE, CT — Solli Engineering is proposing a regulation amendment to allow sorting and handling facilities as a new use in Industrial 2 Districts. If the Planning and Zoning Commission approves it, Kevin Solli, principal of Solli Engineering said his…
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Sujata Gadkar-Wilcox had declared victory in Connecticut’s 22nd Senatorial District race late Tuesday night. With votes still left to be counted in Bridgeport, whose politics traditionally favor the Democratic Party, her Republican opponent, Christopher Carrena conceded Wednesday afternoon. Gadkar-Wilcox, of Trumbull, who made history as the first South Asian woman…
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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…