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Iconic Retailer Announces Mass Layoffs, Facility Closure: CT News

State Official Threatened, Man Arrested: PD/ Dog Dies After Likely Ingesting Poison: Officials/ "Urgent" Food Drive Planned/ Horses Rescued

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Iconic Retailer Announces Mass Layoffs, Facility Closure

One of the most iconic name’s in retail announced mass layoffs and a facility closure in Connecticut.>>>Read More.


Man Accused Of Threatening State Official: Police

Police seized four rifles and high caliber military grade ammunition, court documents show.>>>Read More.

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Dog Dies After Apparently Ingesting Type Of Poison: Animal Control

“All indications point to poisoning of some kind, possibly rat poison or antifreeze,” animal control officials said.>>>Read More.


CT Lawmaker Moves To Pause Student Loan Payments Amid Shutdown

The Shutdown Student Loans for Feds Act was introduced on Wednesday by Democratic lawmakers from several states, including CT.>>>Read More.

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CT Organization Rehabilitates Horses In Animal Abuse Case

"We took them in with open arms and open hearts," the non-profit's barn manager said.>>>Read More.


3,000 Local Residents To Lose Food Aid, Food Drive This Weekend Aims To Help

The food drive, hosted by a local lawmaker and a nonprofit, is in response to the federal government eliminating food assistance.>>>Read More.

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