Fatal ‘Freak’ Accident; Longtime Clothing Store Closing: 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.

Man Dies In 'Freak' Street Sweeper Accident: Report

The operator of a street sweeper truck died after an accident, according to a report.>>>Read More.

Longtime Clothing Store Closing

The owner of the popular store plans to retire soon after more than 40 years in business.>>>Read More.

Woman Stole $31K From Dead Godmother: Police

The woman is accused of illegally withdrawing $31,000 from a 99-year-old woman’s bank account, two days after she died, police said.>>>Read More.

Jennifer Dulos Investigation Approaches $1M In Overtime: Report

Multiple law enforcement agencies reportedly have incurred significant overtime costs associated with the search for Jennifer Farber Dulos.>>>Read More.

Sports Team Quarantined After Positive Case: Superintendent

In a message to families, the superintendent said a team is a close contact of positive case at the high school.>>>Read More.

Teen Battles Cancer, Needs Bone Marrow Transplant

The community is rallying around a middle school student who is battling a rare blood cancer and needs a bone marrow transplant.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Custodian Dies From Coronavirus, Staff Test Positive
• Connecticut Groundhog To Make 2021 Prediction With Restrictions
• Firefighters Battle Early Morning Truck Blaze
• Mohegan Gaming Develops Resort In Japan
• 15-Acre Barn Theatre Property Sold To Developers
• 2 Charged In Attempted Robbery At Convenience Store: Police

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