DUI Driver Crashes Into Police Cruiser, Construction Zone: PD: CT News

Here's a roundup of some of the most-read stories from all across Connecticut on Thursday. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories here.

DUI Driver Crashes Into Police Cruiser, Construction Zone: PD

The officer was hospitalized after the crash, which police said damaged a $30,000 pump trailer and caused water to freeze across the road.>>>Read More.

Teen Charged In Death Of James McGrath, 17, Turns Down Plea Deal: Report

A teen accused of fatally stabbing James McGrath, 17, last year rejected a plea offer during a recent court appearance, according to a report.>>>Read More.

Rudy Giuliani Visits Connecticut: Report

A state lawmaker posted a photo on Facebook with the well-known politician.>>>Read More.

Teens Charged At Wendy's Restaurant: PD

A police department vehicle was rammed in the incident, with the teenaged quartet facing several drug charges, police said.>>>Read More.

Blues Icon Sentimental Over Eastern CT Benefit Show

The Shaboo All-Stars are getting together On Dec. 9 for a show that benefits the Covenant Soup Kitchen.>>>Read More.

Massive Toy Drive Starts Saturday At Mall

The U.S. Marines, Hartford Healthcare and the mall are teaming up to collect 50,000 toys for the 'Toys For Tots' program.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Police Seek 15-Year-Old Girl Missing Since Nov. 18
• Woman Hit By Car, Then Cited By Police: PD
• Threat To Sandy Hook School Thursday Morning 'Not Credible': Police
• New Info Released On Pedestrian Fatal Crash: PD
• 18-Year-Old Shot, Wounded: Police

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