Reality TV Star Buys CT Home; Mom Searches For Good Samaritan

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

'Real Housewives' Star Buys Connecticut Home: Report

Entrepreneur and "The Real Housewives of New York City" star has purchased a home in Connecticut, according to media reports.>>>Read More.

Man Pleads Guilty To Defrauding An Elderly Victim Of $1.2M

In the scam, a person is told they won the lottery but first must pay fees by mailing checks and wiring funds.>>>Read More.

New BBQ Restaurant To Open: Report

The eatery reportedly will move into a former Bertucci's location.>>>Read More.

Connecticut Mom Searches For Mysterious Good Samaritan

A woman was rescued by a mysterious stranger after her car flipped over on the highway. She's trying to track him down.>>>Read More.

Company Pays $200 Fine For Billboards Against Candidate That Featured Freddy Krueger

One of the billboards depicted the candidate as Freddy Krueger, according to a report.>>>Read More.

1 Dead In Car Fire

Police are investigating a fatal car fire in a parking lot.>>>Read More.

This CT Town Featured In New York Times Pandemic Real Estate Story

With an "influx of buyers during the pandemic," this Connecticut town is "neither too hip, nor too boring," a Brooklyn writer said after buying a house.>>>Read More.

Here's Who A Maritime Aquarium Seal Picked To Win Super Bowl

The Kansas City Chiefs are trying to repeat as Super Bowl champs against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Leila has made her pick to win.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Man Dies After Shooting
• Stolen Vehicle Used In Armed Robbery, 2 In Custody
• 2 Charged With Attempted Kidnapping
• Radio Station Honors Morning Drive-Time Host
• House Fire Under Investigation by Fire Marshal

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