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Former Parks & Rec Employee Charged With Sexual Assault

Parents are demanding accountability as a town employee is facing accusations that he assaulted several girls, according to reports.>>>Read More.


Suspect Arrested In Child Pornography Case Fired From YMCA, Officials Say

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The accused was an employee of the Y since 2011, and for the past three years "primarily worked in Kids Club and with birthday parties," according to a statement from the CEO of the local YMCA.>>>Read More.


Market Badly Damaged In Fire: Report

A market was damaged in a fire and two people were displaced.>>>Read More.


Kayaker Rescued After Capsizing In River

Fire crews searched for a reported victim in distress after a kayak capsized in the river, officials said.>>>Read More.


Safety Concerns At Trail Crossing

Motorists and hikers are finding it difficult to see each other at a busy trail crossing.>>>Read More.


Trending stories across CT:

Charli D'Amelio, Family To Appear At Stew Leonard's

TikTok sensation Charli D'Amelio and her family are set to appear at Stew Leonard's store this weekend.>>>Read More.


Homeowner Finds Illegal Monkey In Shed

The monkey, which cannot legally be owned in Connecticut, was captured with the help of its owner and relocated, reports say.>>>Read More.


Major Company To Open New Global Co-Headquarters In Connecticut

Company officials announced the news this week.>>>Read More.


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