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Dolphin euthanized; Patriots pick CT resident as cheerleader; Victim of buffet assault speaks out; Man tries to choke K-9: April's most read

There was plenty of news across Connecticut in April. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here’s a roundup of some of the top stories.
Disturbing details emerge following the Police Department's raid on the bar where the suspect met the 19-year-old victim.>>>Read More.
The incident occurred at about 2 a.m. in the parking lot of the Oakdale Theatre.>>>Read More.
The woman and her son recently explained their version of events to Patch.>>>Read More.
A part-time technology assistant accused of punching her supervisor in the face at school and throwing coffee at the boss says she had been bullied in instances leading up to the incident.>>>Read More.
The employee claimed his termination came after he complained about the store selling bad beef.>>>Read More.
Animal control staff share photos and recount the rescue efforts Tuesday. Animal control is studying what led to the dolphin's death.>>>Read More.
A man was charged after his kiss at a bar allegedly wasn't welcomed, police say.>>>Read More.
Police Dog Camo had a paw in the arrest, according to police.>>>Read More.
Police were called to the school earlier this week.>>>Read More.
The child was struck late Sunday afternoon, and succumbed to her injuries.>>>Read More.
The Connecticut resident was arrested for allegedly forging official state documents and stealing two pure breeds.>>>Read More.
Someone or something bit off a woman's thumb and she didn't want to help officers solve the mystery.>>>Read More.
Two police officers were injured in the incident and so was the department's K-9, Joker.>>>Read More.
Officials say the Newtown teacher has also been placed on administrative leave.>>>Read More.
The lifelong New England Patriots fan will get a first-hand view from the sidelines and be part of the action this upcoming season after being named to the team’s cheerleader squad.>>>Read More.
The late superstar played a 27-song set at the Toyota Oakdale Theatre that September, and nearly played a show in Meriden the same night. A look back at Prince’s ties to CT.>>>Read More.
A new report says Boston and other states are trying to get the insurance giant to move its headquarters out of Connecticut.>>>Read More.
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