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Driver Charged After Ramming Man: PD + 1st Plasma Center Planned

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A roundup of some of the top stories from around Connecticut on Friday.
A roundup of some of the top stories from around Connecticut on Friday. (Kristin Borden/Patch)

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

Driver Accused Of Ramming Pedestrian Charged

A woman accused of intentionally hitting a man with her car is facing a serious assault charge, police said.>>>Read More.


Parcel Targeted For Company's First CT Plasma Center

A Florida company has submitted plans for its first plasma donation center in Connecticut.>>>Read More.

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‘Suspicious’ Grant Spending Prompts Investigation

The mayor said an investigation is being launched into “potentially fraudulent” expenditures in the city’s federal CARES act funds.>>>Read More.


Fire Breaks Out At Restaurant

A fire was reported at a restaurant early Friday morning.>>>Read More.

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Man Critically Injured After Hit By Jeep In Bridgeport

The man was struck by a Jeep while crossing the street, according to police.>>>Read More.


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