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Spring Break Camps; Football Coach Died Unexpectedly; Bethel Chamber Launches Pop-Up Boutique; State Rep Announces Senate Run

2nd Trial of Bethel Business Owner Accused of Rape Could Begin Next Week; Bethel Fire Department Launches Video Campaign for New Recruits/

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BETHEL, CT-- In case you missed it, here are the news stories this week on Patch.

The first trial for former Tonelli's restaurant owner Antonio Fernandes ended in a hung jury, according to his attorney Gene Zingaro. >>>2nd Trial of Bethel Business Owner Accused of Rape Could Begin Next Week: Attorney

Bethel's State Representative for the 2nd District, Dan Carter (R), officially announced Monday that he is running for the U.S. Senate. >>>State Rep. Dan Carter Officially Announces He Will Challenge Blumenthal for U.S. Senate Seat

Coach Tom Fujitani helped to lead the Bethel Wildcats to reach the state playoffs three times. >>>Bethel High School Assistant Football Coach Died Unexpectedly

The Bethel Chamber of Commerce has launched a pop-up boutique at their Greenwood Ave. storefront to encourage residents to shop local. >>>Bethel Chamber Launches Pop-Up Boutique

The Bethel Registrar of Voters will be available on Tuesday, April 12 to accept voter registration and party affiliation changes. >>>Bethel Registrar of Voters Announces Hours for Registration, Party Changes

Looking for something for your kids to do for spring break? From art to athletics, from hopping to hiking, Patch has you covered. >>>Bethel Area Spring Break Camps & Activities: Something for Everyone!

Sen. Michael McLachlan and Union Savings Bank presented Essay contest awards to Danbury and Bethel area students. >>>Bethel Students Awarded in Women's History Month Essay Contest

Christopher Longo and family lost their daughter on New Year's Day. The New Milford educator committed to run 22 marathons to honor her life. >>>3 Down, 19 to Go: Bethel Dad Vows to Run 22 Marathons in Honor of Infant Daughter

The Bethel Volunteer Fire Department created a video to help recruit new volunteers. >>>Watch: Bethel Fire Department Launches Video Campaign for New Recruits

Team 26 kicked off their ride to Washington D.C. from the steps of Edmond Town Hall in Newtown in order to prevent gun violence in America. >>>Knickerbocker, Esty, Blumenthal Join Send-Off for Team 26's Ride to Washington D.C.

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