Geno Auriemma Blasts Donald Trump in Olympic Interview: Patch PM

Stories worth reading about tonight featured from across the Connecticut Patch network:

• Auriemma Dunks on Trump in Olympic Interview

The Olympic and UConn hoop coach was answering a question on the perception of women and dominating teams when the Republican nominee’s name entered the discussion.>>>Read More.

• Popular Banquet Hall/Restaurant Closing After About 60 Years in Business

Owners only offered a brief statement about the last day in business, which is scheduled for this weekend.>>>Read More.

• Donald Trump to Hold Rally in Connecticut this Weekend

The Republican presidential candidate returns to Connecticut this weekend, while Hillary Clinton will be in the state on Monday.>>>Read More.

• Connecticut Athlete to Compete for Olympic Gold Medal

He will compete in the finals of his event Friday morning.>>>Read More.

• Woman Accused of Throwing Toddler Outside Home During Argument

She is facing a trio of charges, police said.>>>Read More.

• Man Accused of Leaving Puppies in Hot Car

Four small dogs were rescued from small crates inside a parked car on Main Street, police said.>>>Read More.

• WATCH: Tornado Hit Connecticut Confirms National Weather Service

Police say the storm damaged several homes and resulted in downed trees and power lines. A shed was tossed up into a tree.>>>Read and watch the video here.

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