Woman Found Not Guilty In Killing Of 5 Dogs: CT News

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 most-read stories.

Woman Not Guilty Of Killing 5 Dogs In Connecticut Home, Judge Rules

The judge cited reasonable doubt in his verdict acquitting the woman who was accused of fatally neglecting five dogs.>>>Read More.

This Connecticut Restaurant Among 100 Most Romantic In America: Study

Ahead of Valentine's Day, OpenTable compiled a list of the most romantic restaurants in the country — and a local eatery made the cut.>>>Read More.

Fans Hurled Racist Slurs At Girl Athletes

Both school districts confirm adults yelled racial slurs at girls' basketball players.>>>Read More.

Watch: Police Help Bird Escape Home

Two police officers responded to a slightly different "home intruder" last week.>>>Read More.

CT Resident Wins Olympic Gold

In her fifth Winter Olympics, she wins her signature event. The victory also was the first gold medal for the U.S. in Beijing.>>>Read More.

2 Injured In Hatchet Attack: Report

Two people were hospitalized following the attack.>>>Read More.

Social Services Agency Purchases Hotel For $3.4 Million

The hotel will be renovated and serve as a men's shelter, according to a report.>>>Read More.

Injured Police Lieutenant Takes First Steps: Report

He suffered serious leg injuries in November when he was struck by a vehicle.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Apartment, Retail Complex Proposed For Town Center: Report
• Woman Accused Of Leaving 5-Year-Old In Car: Police
• University Building Demolished To Make Way For New HS
• Former YMCA Employee Faces Embezzlement Charges: Report
• 1 Dead, 1 Injured In Crash

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