Family Dog Euthanized, Mistaken For Coyote; Fatal Crash: CT News

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.

2 Dead, 3 Injured In Explosion At VA Medical Center

A Navy veteran who worked at the VA and a contractor were killed in the explosion at a steam plant on the campus, officials said.>>>Read More.

Family Dog Euthanized After Officers Mistook It For A Coyote: PD

A part-time animal control officer has been placed on administrative leave while detectives investigate the incident, police said.>>>Read More.

CT Contact Tracing App: What To Know

The new smartphone app will tell you if you have passed within 6 feet of someone who has tested positive for COVID-19.>>>Read More.

Man Sentenced In $1.1 Million Embezzling Scheme

A man has been sentenced for bilking his employer for $1.1 million over the last 25 years.>>>Read More.

Hospital Changes Visitation Policy

A Hartford Hospital has changed its visitation policy due to recent increases in coronavirus cases.>>>Read More.

Man Dies, 2 Others Injured In Car Crash

Police were attempting to stop a car Thursday morning that later crashed.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• State Police Pull Over 'Civilian' Taurus Going 111 MPH On Highway
• Soup Kitchen Buys Restaurant Building
• YMCA Member Tests Positive For Coronavirus
• Jersey Mike’s Subs Opening New Location

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