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Sharks Spotted in CT; Woman Killed by Tractor Trailer While Checking on Child, 2; Fiery Crash Rescue: CT News

Woman attacks other woman after finding couple in her bed: PD; Child, 4, leaves school, walks home alone; CT restaurants among nation's best

There was plenty of news across Connecticut this past week. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here’s a roundup of some of the top stories.

The home was originally built in 1795 and is described by Realtor.com as a wonderful mix of old world charm and modern conveniences.>>>Read More.

The sand sharks appeared to be fully grown.>>>Read More.

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The victim told police that she was invited to the home by a man she had communicated with on social media.>>>Read More.

Police have identified the victim who was hit and killed by a tractor trailer on the interstate this week.>>>Read More.

Find out what's happening in Fairfieldfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Two Connecticut restaurants were named to OpenTable's 100 Best Restaurants in America list.>>>Read More.

The two were saved by EMS personnel who used NARCAN to revive them.>>>Read More.

The girl walked nearly a half-mile alone and crossed a busy street before being spotted and accompanied home by a woman.>>>Read More.

Police say the vehicle was stolen and officers quickly terminated pursuit before the fatal accident occurred. The dashboard camera captures the police pursuit of the suspect’s stolen car. >>>Read More.

The incident allegedly occurred on Pearl Harbor Street in Bridgeport in July. The suspect was arrested on a warrant this week.>>>Read More.

Police officers rescued a man from a burning car last week and recently released a dash cam video of the crash.>>>Read More.

The company employs hundreds in Connecticut.>>>Read More.

The doctor also allegedly asked the victim to go to dinner at 99 Restaurant and Pub and Red Lobster>>>Read More.

She is facing two charges, police said.>>>Read More.

The two animals attacked a neighbor and another dog over the weekend.>>>Read More.

Despite the gloom and doom, the website 24/7 Wall St. recently listed Connecticut high among "America's Best States to Live In.">>>Read More.

Four kittens were rescued after being trapped in the storm drain for several hours, during periods of heavy rain, thanks to a joint effort.>>>Read More.

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