Serious Injuries In Fireworks Incident; Eatery Expanding: CT News

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.

Connecticut Resident Severely Injured In Fireworks Incident: Police

Police said a resident was severely injured in an incident involving fireworks at a park.>>>Read More.

Connecticut Resident Loses $200,000 In 'Sweetheart Scam': Police

Police said an 87-year-old local resident was scammed into wiring a man $200,000 as part of a "sweetheart scam.">>>Read More.

Man Dies In ATV Crash

A man died after his ATV struck a utility pole.>>>Read More.

Popular Eatery Plans Expansion, Reopening

A downtown staple is expanding and renovating its space and has plans to reopen.>>>Read More.

Prisoner Involved In Infamous Case Released

The man was accused of kidnapping a teacher was recently released from prison.>>>Read More.

Popular Pizzeria Closes Its Doors

A popular establishment is closing after five years in business.>>>Read More.

Popular Restaurant Will Open 2 New Locations

Two new locations are in the works for a popular restaurant.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Immediate Future Of Bars In CT Decided By Lamont Today
• Woman's Garage Food Market Shuttered by Town, Health Department
• Longtime Town Resident Advocates Changing Street Name
• Foxwoods Offers Drive-In Movies All Summer
• Victim Identified In Fatal Shooting

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