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A roundup of some of the top stories from around Connecticut on Thursday.
A roundup of some of the top stories from around Connecticut on Thursday. (Patch Graphics)

Patch PM CT brings you the breaking and trending news stories from all across Connecticut each weeknight. Here are those stories:

Breaking news stories:

Police Officer Stabbed During Traffic Stop: Police

The officer was stabbed in the neck by the driver after performing a traffic stop, according to reports. Here are the latest details on the developing story.>>>Read More.

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Local Sports Legend Dies; Coached 9 State Champion Teams

"We had wicked battles on the field, like two monsters, but when the game was over, we'd be having a cup of coffee together," a longtime coach said. "She expected you to be your best and helped you get there. She was someone you wanted to emulate.">>>Read More.


Child, 11, Arrested After Bringing Knife On School Bus: Police

The child was arrested "without incident,” police said.>>>Read More.

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Man Charged In Connection With U.S. Capitol Breach: Feds

The man was charged in the Jan. 6, 2021 riot at the U.S. Capitol, where he is accused of assault and other crimes, authorities said.>>>Read More.


Trending news stories:

Massive Solar Flares Could Bring Northern Lights To CT This Week

The sun is currently at or near “solar maximum,” the peak in its 11-year cycle.>>>Read More.


Stew Leonard's Issues Voluntary Recall

39 units of the mislabelled bread were sold in Stew Leonard’s bakery between Sept. 26 and Oct. 2.>>>Read More.


On This Day, 1979: Tornado Devastates

It was 45 years ago today that one of the costliest tornadoes in state history tore a path through parts of Connecticut.>>>Read More.


Residents Join Forces To 'Squash Out' Cancer

A recent squash tournament was part of a fundraising effort for pediatric cancer research at Memorial Sloan Kettering Hospital.>>>Read More.


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