Coronavirus Victim’s Farewell Note; $2.2M Lottery Winner: CT News

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

Coronavirus In CT: From ‘Party Zero’ To 27K Cases, A Timeline

Connecticut had its first confirmed residential coronavirus case on March 8. Nearly 2 months later there are more than 27,000.>>>Read More.

Wife Of Coronavirus Victim Finds Farewell Note In Phone

The 32-year-old man had been on the mend, and taken off his ventilator at a local hospital, when he took a sudden turn for the worse. He had written his wife an emotional and loving note before his death.>>>Read More.

Restaurant Closes Over Social Distancing Issues

The popular restaurant is temporarily closing because too many people aren’t practicing social distancing and hygiene, the owners announced.>>>Read More.

Bar, Restaurant Owner Accused Of Breaking Coronavirus Shutdown Orders

The bar owner was cited for violation of a public health emergency.>>>Read More.

Teen Thanks Health Care Workers During Coronavirus

The 16-year-old is making heart-shaped “Thank You” signs in support of health care workers and treating them to meals, snacks and coffee.>>>Read More.

Restaurant Owner Competing On Food Network Show

The owner of a popular food truck and restaurant is competing on an upcoming Food Network show.>>>Read More.

$2.2M Lottery Winner Sold

The jackpot-winning ticket was sold last week, according to Connecticut Lottery officials.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Businessman & 'Hero Dad' Died From Coronavirus
• CT Man’s Coronavirus Case 'Baffled' Doctors
• Father Of Three Recovers From Coronavirus: Report
• Top 100 High Schools In CT: New U.S. News 2020 Rankings
• [Photos] Blue Angels Soar Over Connecticut
• Veterans Donate Portion Of Stimulus Checks
• Here Is What CT Restaurants May Look Like After Coronavirus
• CT Coronavirus Updates: These 1st Group Of Businesses Can Reopen May 20

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