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Summer is one of the most dangerous times of the year, and here are some safety tips to help you have a fun and safe time.

Brian McCready has been Patch's regional manager for Connecticut's 76 hyperlocal sites since June 2014 where he leads a group of dedicated journalists who are committed to covering your local communities throughout the state.
Patch has dozens of local sites in Fairfield, New Haven and Hartford counties, and several sites in Middlesex, New London and Tolland counties. We also cover towns in Litchfield County.
Brian began his journalism career as a reporter for the Branford Review and Shoreline Times before moving onto the New Haven Register, where he initially worked as a reporter covering Milford and Amity schools and then all facets of local government. Brian was then named bureau chief and later became metro editor.
If you have a news tip for a local community or want to send us feedback, you can email me at brian.mccready@patch.com.
Summer is one of the most dangerous times of the year, and here are some safety tips to help you have a fun and safe time.

A new report from The Wag, a pet care, health and training company, reveals the top 10 most popular names for dogs in Connecticut in 2023.
20-Year-Old Killed In Parking Lot Of Business: Police / 7-Day Weather Forecast Updates / Several Delays, Road Work Projects....
The number of pedestrian crashes has been soaring in Connecticut, and another eight people were struck by vehicles in two recent cases.
Major Mall Sold At Auction: Report / 1–2 Inches Of Rain Saturday / 42 Cats Rescued From Home In 'Deplorable Condition': Mayor / CT Traffic.
Attorney Sentenced To Serve Prison Time: Feds / Weekend Weather Forecast Now Includes Rain / Birdseed-Loving Bear Spotted Around Town...
CT Baby Bonds Clears Key Hurdle / 13 Ducks Trapped In Storm Drain Rescued / Fake Police Officers Part Of Extortion Scam: PD...
The crash was reported just after 1 p.m. Tuesday.
84-Year-Old Woman’s Purse Stolen In Seconds: WATCH: PD / Pizzeria Closed After Fire, Community Rallies Support / Weather/Traffic Updates.
Major Highway Closed / Recent Big Lottery Winners / 7-Day Weather Forecast Details Released / Bicyclist, 15, Hospitalized...
Historic Museum Vandalized Again: Report / A Very Sunny Forecast / Traffic Updates / New Restaurants Open / Stone Academy Update...
Here is a look at all of the available jobs and how to apply for them.
Here is a look at all of the available jobs and how to apply for them.
Body Found In River, Police Investigate: Reports / Plans For Dairy Queen Approved: Report / Weekend Weather Forecast Improving....
Several Traffic Accidents Reported / Landmark Building Hits The Auction Block / Major Mall Attracts New Business / Weather Looks Amazing...
2-Alarm Fire Displaces 35 From Homes: Officials / Chance For Thunderstorms Emerges In Forecast / Traffic Updates / Educator Honored.
Multiple fatal accidents reported / 7-day weather forecast reveals an abundance of sunshine / Updates on traffic conditions across CT...
Police said they are "classifying it as an untimely death."
A 5-year-old child was among the injured in the crash, police said.
Football Coaching Legend To Open Cannabis Delivery Company / Much Better Weekend Weather Forecast / Updated Traffic Conditions...