‘Triple-Dipping’ Town Employees Fired; Major Mall Sold: CT News

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

3 Town Employees Fired For Triple-Dipping

For weeks, three town employees got weekly state unemployment, weekly federal checks and their regular pay, local officials said.>>>Read More.

Teacher Who Assigned Slavery Homework Won’t Be Back

The teacher, whose controversial slavery assignment sparked outrage in the community, won’t be back next year, according to a report.>>>Read More.

WATCH: State Trooper Has 'Narrow Brush With Death'

An unsecured load of steel pipes on top of a tractor trailer came flying off, nearly striking a state trooper.>>>Read More.

Amazon To Open New Facility In CT

Amazon's new facility will bring at least 400 new jobs and several opportunities for residents.>>>Read More.

Search For Jennifer Dulos Lasts A Full Day: New Details

Connecticut State Police searched a mansion for more than six hours that belonged to Jennifer Dulos, who's presumed dead.>>>Read More.

WWII Purple Heart Recipient Honored On 95th Birthday [VIDEO]

The recipient of Gold and Silver stars from Pacific combat action also recently celebrated his 73rd wedding anniversary with his wife.>>>Read More.

Fire Official Resigns After 'Insensitive Comments'

The fire chief has resigned following "insensitive and divisive comments" made on social media.>>>Read More.

Major Mall Sold To New Owner, Renamed

The mall will have a new name and new owners.>>>Read More.

Popular CT News Anchor Departs After More Than 20 Years

The longtime anchor is leaving the news station for a new job in health care.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Doctor Arrested On Drug, Health Care Fraud Charges
• Former CT Student Drafted By Minnesota Twins
• Oh, Deer! The 'Little Prince Of The Forest' Rescued
• Social Media Personality Ripped Off After Moving To CT
• Petition To Remove Columbus Statue In Gains Steam
• Fire Chief Placed On Leave After Facebook Post
• Nail Salon Owner Sues State Over Virus Restrictions
• Police Officers Change In Public, Investigation Launched
• Woman Charged After Hurling Racist Slur At Starbucks: Police

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