Women Killed In Crash Brought ‘Joy & Laughter,’ Communities Mourn: CT News

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2 Women Killed In Wrong Way Crash, Community Rallies To Assist

“Samantha and Jolie brought joy and laughter into the lives of everyone they touched. Unfortunately their lives were cut short, leaving their families and communities heartbroken.">>>Read More.

Iconic Music Store Closing Its Only Connecticut Location

The store is having an “everything must go” sale.>>>Read More.

Students Stage Walkout Amid Principal's 'Leave'

A student protest, a principal's "leave" and hate-laced messages at a middle school have led to an administrative response.>>>Read More.

Popular Downtown Eatery/Cocktail Bar Closes For Good

A 2013 New York Times review noted the food "harmonizes with the drinks" while the menu offered a number of "winning appetizers.">>>Read More.

Car Strikes CVS Building: Fire Department

A car struck the local pharmacy, according to fire officials.>>>Read More.

Dentist Sentenced In Medicaid Fraud Case: Officials

“Numerous patients interviewed denied the major dental work was done even though (the dentist) billed for performing this work sometimes two and even three times on the same patient on the same teeth over a period of time, occasionally billing for work on teeth that already had been extracted.”>>>Read More.

Dump Truck Driver Rescued After Major Crash On Highway: FD

Fire officials said the driver of the dump truck was trapped for a little over an hour. More than 40 firefighters helped in the rescue.>>>Read More.

New Toy Store Opens

"There was no dedicated toy store in town," she said. "People had to leave town to look for these types of products, and I wanted to change that.".>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Veteran Police Officer Arrested, Suspended: Report
• Human Remains Found In Vehicle At Business
• Drive-In Opening Dates Announced For Movies, Flea Market
• CT Company To Acquire Construction Company For $1.1B
• Albertus Magnus Gets $3.7M In Gift Commitments From 3 Women Alumnae
• UConn Hoop Legend Laura Lishness Is Now A Big East Legend
• Vigil Planned To Honor Life Of Nex Benedict

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