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Dads Arrested; Man Scared Fotis Dulos, Charged At His Home: PD

Historic orchard for sale/ Elderly dog needs home/ Notorious killer released/ Students sue/Ice cream shop returns & more: CT Month In Review

Bud, shown visiting the veterinarian's office, still needs a home one year after being taken in by the Hamden Animal Control.
Bud, shown visiting the veterinarian's office, still needs a home one year after being taken in by the Hamden Animal Control. (AACO Mitch Gibbs / Hamden Animal Control)

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

CT Man Scared Fotis Dolus, Charged At His Home: PD

The suspect had contact with Jennifer Farber Dulos' accused murderer before he died, and the man reportedly scared him. The man gave Dulos two religious books and bottles supposedly containing holy water and magnesium pills.>>>Read More.


Dads Arrested After Fight Over High School Hockey Game, Cop Injured: Report

Police said two fathers were arrested after getting into a fight over a hockey game between two nearby high schools.>>>Read More.

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Amazing Sportsmanship Shown At High School Wrestling Meet

The Eagles contributed to making Senior Night an unforgettable moment for a student-athlete with Down syndrome. The student grabbed the leg of his opponent, took him down and covered him as the referee slapped the mat, signifying a pinfall victory for the wrestler on Senior Night Wednesday. The opponent did not lament his loss, but rather celebrated the fact he was able to help provide a memorable final home appearance for the student, who has Down syndrome.>>>Read More.


CT Clergy 'Credibly Accused' Of Sexual Abuse: Here is Where They Are Now?

What happened to the clergy "credibly accused" of sexual abuse in the new report by ProPublica?>>>Read More.

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Historic CT Ice Cream Parlor Unexpectedly Returns For 2020

Fans of the landmark ice cream shop urged the owner to reconsider closing.>>>Read More.


CT Girls Sue To Block Transgender Athlete Participation

Three high school runners filed a lawsuit seeking to prevent transgender athletes from participating in girl sports.>>>Read More.


Historic Farm, Orchard In Connecticut Up For Sale

The apple cider and apple cider doughnuts have proven popular with autumn foliage tourists, as well as locals, for 85 years.>>>Read More.


Notorious, 'Wood Chipper Killer,' Released From Prison

He was convicted after police said he killed his wife and tried to get rid of her remains using a wood chipper.>>>Read More.


Bud’s Search For New Family Continues: Animal Control

“It’s hard to look him in the eyes and wonder if his final breaths will be taken inside the shelter walls,” officials wrote about Bud.>>>Read More.


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