Nurse Arrested; Iconic Dive Bar Closes; Town Official Reprimanded

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

Nurse Charged In Sex Assault Case: Report

A former hospital nurse has been charged on accusations that he assaulted a female patient, police said.>>>Read More.

Iconic Bar Closes Its Doors For Good

The landmark property has just been listed on the market, realtors announced.>>>Read More.

CT Trooper Arrested On Fraud Charges: State

A state trooper was arrested on accusations that he fraudulently collected wages while out on disability leave.>>>Read More.

Town Official Reprimanded, Will Take Diversity Training

At a special meeting, First Selectman said, "It was not my intention to hurt anyone in Ellington or anywhere.">>>Read More.

'Utter Disaster' At Beaches Led To Residents-Only Rule

Local beaches were "like something you would see on television from Florida," but are now much safer, the first selectwoman said.>>>Read More.

Pop Warner Team Changing 'Redskins' Team Name

"The Native American community, our community, deserves better!" the youth athletic program said in a post on Twitter.>>>Read More.

Man Came Out Swinging A Pipe At Construction Workers: PD

Police say a man became violent when he nearly collided with another vehicle at the construction zone.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Suspect Sought In Armed Robbery At Home Depot
• Developer Withdraws Plans To Redevelop School Site
• Professional Dance Company Moves To New Location
• Swastika Found Spray-Painted At JCC Of Greater New Haven: Report
• GoFundMe For Daughter Of Woman, 27, Found Buried In Shallow Grave

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