Parents Speak Out On ‘Project Veritas’ Video To School Board: CT News

On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from all across Connecticut. Here's a roundup of some of the most-read stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

A Town Divided: Dueling Rallies Held Prior To School Meeting On Project Veritas Video

A secretly recorded video from Project Veritas was posted online that depicts an assistant principal making what appears to be disparaging remarks about Catholics, his own personal hiring practices in the workplace and his preference for progressive and younger teachers.>>>Read More.

Teacher Behind Diversity Worksheet Cleared

School officials, angry at the political divide, backed educators in an emotionally charged school board meeting.>>>Read More.

Prominent National Restaurant Chain Abruptly Closes This CT Location

There are now three locations remaining in Connecticut.>>>Read More.

6 Arrested After Fight At Mall, Loaded Gun Recovered: Police

Officers found a loaded handgun and a bag of marijuana inside a discarded fanny pack at the mall, according to police.>>>Read More.

Police Officer Placed On Leave In Porn Videos Probe

The officer is on paid leave after an "off-duty" matter has led to an internal affairs investigation, police said.>>>Read More.

'Fudgie the Whale' Gets Major Boost From CT

The council unanimously authorized the mayor to work with Carvel manufacturer planning massive expansion.>>>Read More.

Police Officer's Long Road To Recovery Now Complete

The officer was run over by a fleeing stolen car suspect one year ago. Police are among welcoming him back.>>>Read More.

Popular Ice Cream Company Announces Plans To Open 1st CT Location

The popular ice cream company will open up its first Connecticut location in October.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Planet Fitness Manager Charged After Voyeurism Incident: PD
• Connecticut Doctor Fined $40,000 By State
• Board Suspends Doctor's Medical License: Report
• Popular CT Entertainment Venue Receives Tax Breaks: Here’s Why It’s Needed
• Beloved EMS Crew Chief Dies, Mourned
• 4 Students In 2 Schools Hospitalized After Eating 'Edible:' Schools
• Man Found Dead In Cemetery ID'd As Retired Police Officer
• CT Resident Wins $2 Million In Lottery

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