DoorDash Drivers Scammed Out Of $950K In ‘Appalling Crime’: PD: CT News

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DoorDash Drivers Scammed Out Of $950K, Man Charged In Elaborate Scheme: Police

Here is how police say a 21-year-old man scammed DoorDash drivers out of $950,000. When police arrived at the man’s apartment, they found about $733,000 in cash, police said.>>>Read More.

Iconic Neighborhood Pizzeria Abruptly Closes For Good

The beloved pizzeria closed after more than 75 years in business, the owners announced, which stunned and saddened long-time patrons. Here are the reasons why the pizzeria has closed.>>>Read More.

Woman Fined $4,000 For Voting Absentee In Daughter's Name: CT SEEC

The fine stems from an incident of double voting in the Nov. 3, 2020 election, according to the CT State Elections Enforcement Commission.>>>Read More.

Visitor Removes Pride Month Display Books At Library

Library officials said they were "disappointed and troubled" after someone removed 20 books from a curated display for Pride month.>>>Read More.

CT Community Mourns Death Of Beloved Actor

The actor, who had deep ties to Connecticut, died in a motorcycle crash, according to police.>>>Read More.

‘Find The Joy’: Song Honors Memory Of Beloved Principal

The music teacher has created a song that honors the memory of the beloved principal and spreads her message of “find the joy.”>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Teacher Sues Dunkin’ Donuts Over Spilled Hot Coffee: Report
• ESPN Employee Dies After Medical Emergency At Tournament
• Road Rage Leads To Shooting, Fight On Highway: CSP
• Landmark Pharmacy Closes After 80 Years
• Lizzo Brings CT 7-Year-Old Girl On Stage, Shares Advice
• 'The Simple Act Of Caring Is Heroic:' Neighbor Saves Neighbor's Life

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