Violent Kidnapping Spans Multiple Towns: PD: CT News

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Violent Kidnapping Spans Multiple Towns: PD

The victim told police that the accused "suddenly ran up and punched her and picked her up and threw her in his car,” police said. The accused “continued to assault a victim as he drove recklessly through the city, threatening to throw her out of the car," police said.>>>Read More.

Large Quantities Of Cocaine Sold From Liquor Store: Police

Police said illegal gambling machines were found at the store, and several bags of cocaine were found in the store's walk in beer cooler.>>>Read More.

'Bird Strike' Blamed For Loud Boom

Birds on a wire turned out to be a bad thing in the center of town Thursday.>>>Read More.

2 Pedestrians Critically Injured In Crash: Police

"Preliminary findings indicate that the vehicle was traveling north on Imperial Avenue when it veered off the road and struck the pedestrians on the sidewalk," police said.>>>Read More.

Athletic Legends Working To Save Middle School/Freshman Sports

Among the fundraising ideas they are planning is an evening with longtime NFL reporter Peter King.>>>Read More.

Resident Wins $750,000 Lottery Prize

The big win came on a scratch ticket, according to the Connecticut Lottery.>>>Read More.

The Guilford Fair Returns This September

Established in 1859, the fair is held each year during the third full weekend in September.>>>Read More.

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