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Columbus Day Fast and Interesting Facts
Here are some interesting tidbits on the 519th anniversary of Columbus' arrival in the Americas.

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Here are some interesting tidbits on the 519th anniversary of Columbus' arrival in the Americas.

Hundreds of supporters showed up to hear the pair speak at the Norwalk Inn.
From our neighborhood to the towns around us, if you're looking for something to do this weekend we've got you covered.
If you have a question for the candidates, submit it in the comments section below and it could be asked during the televised Oct. 16 Town Hall Presidential Debate.
Unusual arrests and investigations around the county.
The second debate between President Barack Obama and Republican Candidate Mitt Romney will be held Oct. 16 at 9 p.m.
Unusual arrests and investigations from around the county.
If you have a question for the candidates, submit it in the comments section below and it could be asked during the televised Oct. 16 Town Hall Presidential Debate.
The second debate between President Barack Obama and Republican Candidate Mitt Romney will be held Oct. 16 at 9 p.m.
Business owners joined state delegates Friday.
Fontneau said one of his first initiatives would be to bring in more officers through a "hiring blitz."
Police say the suspect's criminal career dates back to the late 1980s and he is wanted in several Connecticut towns and at least two other states.
Hundreds of supporters showed up to hear the pair speak at the Norwalk Inn.
Stamford Police Capt. Richard Conklin said the man was allegedly involved in a large, sophisticated grow operation.
Online quiz helps voters find the candidate whose views most closely match their own.
Online quiz helps voters find the candidate whose views most closely match their own.
The 33-year-old man, a citizen of Peru, was sentenced to 14 years in prison for distributing child pornography.
Real estate transactions and property transfers from around Norwalk.