Prominent Restaurant Closing, ‘Prices Have Skyrocketed,’ Owner Says: CT News

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Prominent Restaurant To Close, ‘Prices Have Skyrocketed’ Owner Says

The well-known restaurant known for its 'quirkiness' and large food portions will shutter for good in August, but a prominent chef has plans to quickly fill the space.>>>Read More.

Man Struck By Lightning, Rushed To Hospital: Report

A man was taken to the hospital after he was struck by lighting, according to media reports.>>>Read More.

2 Dogs 'Dumped' In Middle Of Heat Wave, Investigation Launched

Animal Shelter staff said both dogs were found by good Sarmatians, one dog was exhausted, barely able to walk, and very elderly.>>>Read More.

Microburst Likely Hit Town, Officials Confirm

The storm that caused heavy damage, including downed trees, limbs, branches, and debris, was likely a microburst, officials confirmed.>>>Read More.

Police Recover Bodies Of Missing Swimmers

The 26-year-old and 38-year-old local residents were discovered by the CT State Police dive team and the local police dive team.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• 2 Men, Double Stabbing Victims, 'Walk Into' Hospital, 1 Critical: PD
• Pedestrian — ‘Juvenile Male’ Struck By Vehicle
• NY Trio Accused Of Theft From Tractor Supply Arrested: PD
• Family Centers Acquires New Building
• Rider Charged After Dirt Bike Street Takeover Attempt
• Prominent Furniture Retailer's Site For Sale

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