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Firefighters Fired, Mayor Issues Statement

The mayor issued a statement regarding the termination of local firefighters.>>>Read More.

State And Local Police Investigating Suspicious Death At House; Body Identified

The Connecticut State Police Major Crime Unit has been summoned to assist local police.>>>Read More.

ID Of Person Killed In 2-Vehicle Crash Released By Police

"We extend our deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathies" to everyone who knew the deceased, police officials said Friday.>>>Read More.

Music Students Make Impassioned Pleas To Keep Beloved Band Director At High School

"He has helped me more than any guidance counselor, he has inspired me more than any coach, and he has taught me more than any other teacher," a student said. "Removing him is a serious misstep.">>>Read More.

Man Who Killed Cop In Crash Sent To Prison: Reports

The then-18-year-old was fleeing police and collided with another PD cruiser rushing to a separate incident.>>>Read More.

Mohegan Sun Hands Out Huge Jackpot

The lucky winner hit the Grand Progressive jackpot on a popular slot machine.>>>Read More.

DeLauro Blasts Labor Dept., Trump Admin For Shuttering Job Corps

And the Mayor said the Trump Administration move is "sudden and callous" leaving 149 students, 88 staff in limbo and 9 facing homelessness.>>>Read More.

Cashing In: Resident Scores 6-Figure Win In Scratch-Off Game

This is the latest area winner, according to the Connecticut State Lottery.>>>Read More.

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• $250,000 In Damage To Local Business Reported, Man Charged: Police
• Escaped Convict Doing Time For Shooting Corralled: Police
• Reward Announced In 1985 Killing Of Mother: Police
• Verdict Reached In Landlord Tenant Slaying: Report

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