Popular Bar Closing; Colleges Taking Over UB Campus: CT News

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

SHU, 2 Other Schools To Take Over University Of Bridgeport Campus

“This collaboration is not a salvage operation,” the president of Sacred Heart University said at a news conference Tuesday.>>>Read More.

Popular Craft Beer Bar Closing

Another business hit hard by the pandemic has announced it will close.>>>Read More.

Restaurant Owner On Expansion — 'Why Stand Still?'

An ambitious plan to expand shows the character of the restaurant industry, The Place 2 Be owner says.>>>Read More.

City To Host Fourth Of July Rooftop Fireworks Display

A Fourth of July fireworks display is scheduled to take place in the city’s downtown area this weekend.>>>Read More.

GoFundMe Launched For Couple Following House Explosion

A GoFundMe has been launched to help a couple following an explosion and fire at their home.>>>Read More.

Racist Social Media Post By Student Investigated

The superintendent of schools sent school families a letter saying she is working "to ensure a culture of anti-racism within our schools.">>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Minor League Baseball Season Canceled, Says Yard Goats GM
• Connecticut Pharmacy Fined $150,000 In Federal Drug Probe
• Man Dies From Fire Injuries
• Victim Assaulted With Trash Can During Drinking Game: PD
• Police Warn Residents Of Post Office Evaluation Scam
• CT Child Care Center Reaches Settlement Over ADA Complaint

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