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Clinton PTA Announces Guest Speaker: Assistant Superintendent of Schools
Maryann O'Donnell will speak on the subject of 'Understanding the Common Core State Standards in Math and Literacy' May 1.

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Maryann O'Donnell will speak on the subject of 'Understanding the Common Core State Standards in Math and Literacy' May 1.

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The governor told reporters last week that his proposal is on the ropes and not likely to pass the legislature.
There's a new exercise program for kids in grades two through high school offered by a new local business and the town's Park & Rec department.
It's easy to make your own, costs less and is better for the environment.
Active in the theater, he conducted musicals in Clinton.
Former Morgan School graduate Andrew Desrosiers is all about forecasting the weather.
Mark your calendars now for a 350th Picnic following the town's annual Memorial Day parade.
To celebrate Clinton's 350th birthday this year, the Bike & Pedestrian Alliance of Clinton (BPAC) is organizing a bicycle and pedestrian parade.
Tierney Giannotti of Clinton is the CDC's "Learn the Signs. Act Early" ambassador for the second year in a row.
Did you grow up with Mrs. Hidek? Come offer 'best wishes' on her retirement after 27 years at the Henry Carter Hull Library.
A Montville man armed with a hand sander and guns brought an attempted robbery to a smooth finish
The grammy-nominated country musician will perform on the Main Stage on Saturday night.
The following arrest information is supplied by the Clinton Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.
The rail service stops in several locations in Connecticut including nearby Old Saybrook.
Laura Russak, who is originally from Berlin, CT, now lives in Watertown, MA teaching school. Her region is in a lockdown as police continue to search for the second bombing suspect.