Worker Rescued After Trench Collapse + COVID Deaths Mourned: 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 most-read stories.

U.S. Marks 1 Million COVID-19 Deaths, Including 10,900 In CT

Nearly 10,900 people have died of COVID-19 in Connecticut since the pandemic began.>>>Read More.

Stefanowski, Lamont Challenge Each Other On Abortion Issue

Republican governor candidate Bob Stefanowski clarified some of his positions on abortion in Connecticut.>>>Read More.

CT Woman Completes Record-Breaking Mount Everest Climb

By scaling the mountain for the 10th time on Thursday, she broke her own record of the most Mount Everest hikes by a female climber.>>>Read More.

Crews Rescue Worker After Trench Collapse

First responders found a worker up to his chin in dirt, trapped in a hole approximately 13-15 deep.>>>Read More.

Blaze That Killed Firefighter Not Criminal, Began In Basement: Police

Due to extensive damage, investigators can't determine the cause of the May 2021 Valley St. fire that killed firefighter Ricardo Torres Jr.>>>Read More.

Baby Formula Shortage Worrying CT Parents, Here's How Some Are Working To Help

One Connecticut-based Facebook Group is working to help parents find food for their infant children.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Lineup Announced For Stamford's Alive At Five Concert Series
• As Teen's Killing Rattles Town, Hamden Promotes A Top Cop
• Protest Upheld In Lyman Hall-Sheehan Baseball Game: SCC
• New Haven Prosecutor Patrick Griffin Named CT's Chief State's Attorney
• Stony Creek Brewery Launches New Light Lager To Help 'Save The Sound'
• Fire Department Helps Girl With Hearing Loss

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