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'Major Concerns' Tied To Fairfield Insect Infestation: Patch PM

Hiker critically injured in fall at park / A mouthful: Stamford resident earns Guinness world record / Salmonella risk reported

Patch PM provides a roundup of the day's top stories in Fairfield and Connecticut.
Patch PM provides a roundup of the day's top stories in Fairfield and Connecticut. (Kristin Borden/Patch)

Here are the news stories trending in Fairfield and across Connecticut this afternoon:

Large Infestation Of 'Invasive Pest' Reported In Southport

"The largest population reported to date" of the insect was found in Southport, according to state officials.>>>Read more.

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A Mouthful: Stamford Resident Earns Guinness World Record

She is known for her TikToks about her large mouth, recently broke the Guinness world record for largest female mouth gape.>>>Read more.

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Spices Sold At CT Target, Walmart, Recalled For Salmonella Risk

Four spices produced by Maryland-based McCormick & Co. have been recalled after routine testing found possible salmonella contamination.>>>Read more.


Hiker Critically Injured In Fall At Park In Connecticut

The woman fell 65 feet from a cliff and tumbled another 120 feet, according to reports.>>>Read more.

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