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Transgender proposal for Monroe schools faces strong resistance

By Bill Bittar | September 14, 2021

MONROE, CT — A proposed policy meant to make transgender and gender non-conforming youth feel safe and protected from bullying in school faces criticism from several parents, who worry about the fairness of girls’ sports and say they fear for their daughters’ safety in bathrooms and locker rooms. Read More

‘Love is love.’ Monroe celebrates Pride Month, flies a Rainbow Flag over Town Hall

By Bill Bittar | June 6, 2021

MONROE, CT — A Rainbow Flag flies over Monroe Town Hall and another colorful display can be seen on Stepney Green, as the town celebrates Pride Month, a tribute to those who were involved in the Stonewall Riots of 1969, which were sparked by the police raid of the Stonewall Inn in Greenwich Village, a haven for the gay, lesbian and transgender community. Read More