IDs Released In Fatal Crash + Worker Killed By Fallen Tree Identified: CT News

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Breaking news stories

IDs Released Of 2 Killed In Fiery Highway Crash: State Police

The two people killed in the fiery crash were in their 30s, authorities said.>>>Read More.

Man Killed By Fallen Tree Identified By Police

A tree worker died after a tree falling in the wrong direction fell on him, according to police.>>>Read More.

Neighborhood Grocery Store Temporarily Closed Due To Fire

"This community is something else!!!" the owners said. "Thank you all for reaching out with offers of support, and offers to help. You can’t imagine how much that is appreciated.>>>Read More.

17-Year-Old Wanted For Robbery Accidentally Shot Himself: PD

Wanted for first-degree robbery, he shot himself with a handgun he'd pulled from his waist then drove to ER in a stolen car, police said.>>>Read More.

Envelope With White Powder Found At Postal Facility: State

The envelope was addressed to the CT Secretary of the State's Office and it was found at a U.S. postal facility.>>>Read More.

Trending news stories:

Happy Ending For Abused Dog Waiting 7 Months In Shelter For A Home

After 220+ days in shelter, Chip, the dog found starving, freezing last winter and since cared for at the animal shelter, finally has a family and a home.>>>Read More.

Teacher Receives Fulbright U.S. Teacher Award

An eighth-grade teacher was recently awarded the Fulbright U.S. Teacher Exchange Award.>>>Read More.

Tie At The Top In Connecticut High School Football Coaches Poll

Results of balloting by a panel of state high school football coaches have been released.>>>Read More.

Defending Champion Tops Initial Poll Of State Field Hockey Coaches

All eight coaches voting in the poll picked the 2023 Class L champion as Connecticut's top high school team.>>>Read More.

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