Controversial Candidate Withdraws + Restaurant Worker Assaulted

There was plenty of news across Connecticut on Tuesday. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of some of the top stories.

Woman Punched Restaurant Worker In Face: Police

Police said the woman was intoxicated and causing a disturbance at the bar and threw glasses onto the floor in the direction of customers.>>>Read More.

Social Media Controversy Prompts Withdrawal Of Council Candidate

Posts depicting racism, anti-Semitism and pornography were revealed on the Instagram account of a candidate, officials said.>>>Read More.

Popular Diner Temporarily Closes Due To COVID-19 Cases

The owners said the diner would be closing “out of an abundance of caution” until further notice.>>>Read More.

Major Mall Dealt Another Defeat By Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board once against said no to the owners of the state's largest mall.>>>Read More.

U.S. News Ranks 848 Connecticut K-8 Schools: See The Full List

Connecticut elementary and middle schools were included in the inaugural list ranking more than 80,000 U.S. schools.>>>Read More.

A Connecticut Man's Role In Rescuing Biden's Afghan Interpreter

A man who was once an interpreter for President Biden is en route to safety thanks to the efforts of many, including one local resident.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Bobby Valentine Announces Campaign Fundraising Milestone
• Police Seek To ID Suspect Who Stole Campaign Signs
• No Charges Filed In Fatal Motorcycle Vs Pedestrian Crash: Police
• Resident Loses Over $10,000 In Scam: Police
• 5 Rescued From Submerged Boat

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