Thieves Target Expensive Package Deliveries In Growing Trend: CT News

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Thieves Target Expensive Package Deliveries In A New, Unique Way: Here’s How They’re Doing It

Package thieves recently tracked a resident’s deliveries that contained expensive electronics twice in two days, according to a report. Police said it’s a growing trend. Here is what you need to know.>>>Read More.

Classroom Prep Spotlights Building Decay

“It’s disgraceful for any teacher and student,” one teacher said of the conditions that included mold on walls, broken floor tiles, and more.>>>Read More.

'Gorgeous’ Cat Brought To Be Euthanized Because She Was ‘No Longer Wanted,’ Animal Control Staff Say

A 14-year-old cat was brought to the veterinarian to be euthanized because she was no longer wanted. The local animal control staffed stepped in to save the cat.>>>Read More.

The Most Expensive City In The U.S. Is In Connecticut, New Report Says

U.S. News & World Report recently named the least affordable cities in the country, and Connecticut is well represented on the dubious list.>>>Read More.

2 Accused Of Armed Robbery Over Air Jordans Dispute: PD

The two are accused of robbing the victim, after disagreeing over the price of a pair of Air Jordan sneakers, according to authorities.>>>Read More.

Run/Walk To Benefit Family Of Late 12-Year-Old

Two high school students are behind the 'Run for Regan' Sept. 22, a benefit walking/running event for the family of Regan Martins, who died Aug. 9.>>>Read More.

Man Pleads Guilty In $7.8M Health Care Fraud Scheme: Feds

A Connecticut man pleaded guilty in federal court in connection with $7.8 million health care fraud and kickback scheme, officials said.>>>Read More.

Northern Fur Seal Gives Birth To Pup At Mystic Aquarium

The occasion marked the first fur seal birth at the aquarium in over 20 years.>>>Read More.

CT Dentists Enter $1.7M Settlement: Officials

Two dentists who own offices in three communities entered into a $1.7 million civil settlement agreement to resolve allegations they paid "kickbacks" to a third-party patient recruiting company and violated state and federal False Claims Act statutes, officials said.>>>Read More.

Cheeses Proving UConn Creamery Is More Than Ice Cream

The UConn Creamery has certainly been the big cheese this summer with several major awards.>>>Read More.

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