Teacher Causes Stir; Iconic Eatery Closes; Actor Arrested In CT

There was plenty of news across Connecticut during the 2018 year. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of some of the top stories from 2018.

Teacher's Retirement Letter Causes Controversy, Escorted Out of Building

A retiring teacher criticized administration for trying to "keep up appearances" instead of doing things in the best interest of students.>>>Read More.

Teen Sustains Traumatic Brain Injury While Sledding

A teen sustained a serious traumatic brain injury as a result of a sledding accident.>>>Read More.

Famous Actress, Actor Spotted At CT Walmart

A famous actress and actor were spotted at a local Walmart. They are in the state filming a Christmas movie.>>>Read More.

Students Caught Vaping At Elementary School

Some students were recently found "vaping" during recess at an elementary school, according to a notice sent to families.>>>Read More.

Famous Downtown Eatery to Close

More than 40 years after opening in the heart of downtown, a renowned hot dog eatery adorned with Miami Dolphins memorabilia will soon be shutting its doors.>>>Read More.

Famous Actor Arrested, Allegedly Reports Fake Bomb Threat: DOJ

The star was arrested for allegedly reporting a false bomb threat on a train traveling to Connecticut.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Harrison Ford Visits Diner In CT
• Talk Show Host Steve Wilkos Injured In Crash
• Stewart's Opens First CT Restaurant
• Big Shake-Up at WTNH-TV As Two Long-Time News Personalities Are Out
• High School Teen Seriously Injured In Accident
• Father's Dying Wish May Now Come True

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