Mother, Baby Saved; Historic Lottery Prize; Best Baker: CT News

There was plenty of inspirational news across Connecticut during the 2018 year. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of some of the top inspirational stories from 2018.

Emergency Dispatchers Help Save Mother, Baby: PD

An amazing story involving two emergency dispatchers who helped save a mother and her newborn baby.>>>Read More.

Paralyzed Dog Nominated For Prestigious Award

Albert, who uses a special wheelchair to run around town, is in the running for a prestigious social media award.>>>Read More.

Off-Duty State Trooper, Good Samaritan Save Man's Life

The 22-year-old man was found unresponsive in his vehicle.>>>Read More.

Man Wins Historic $5M Lottery Prize

The man told Lottery officials that he's "going fishing" after reeling in the first $5 million prize of its kind ever sold in Connecticut.>>>Read More.

Double Surprise For Popular CT News Anchor

The popular morning news anchor made a big announcement.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Chef Crowned 'Chopped' Champion
• Baker Wins 'Best Baker In America' TV Competition
• 'Lottery Club' Wins $2M Lottery Prize
• Popular Bakery Saved Last Minute, Will Remain Open
• $1.9 Million Winner Announced At Mohegan Sun
• Three Generations of CT Family Make America's Best Ice Cream
• Paramedic Saves 3 Lives, Earns Heroism Award
• Man Saves 3 From Car Fire

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