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Professor Conquers Mount Everest; Smash-and-Grab Burglaries Under Investigation; Girl Scouts Get Awards : Farmington's Best

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FARMINGTON, CT - The top stories of the past week on Farmington Patch include:

Mount Everest is his fifth of the seven summits, the highest peaks on each of the seven continents. >>> Tunxis Professor Reaches Summit of Mount Everest

A pair of convenience stores were broken into within a 24-hour period, police said. >>> Police Investigating Smash-and-Grab Burglaries in Farmington

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A pair of Scouts from Farmington were among 86 recipients of the prestigious award in Connecticut. >>> Farmington Girl Scouts Receive Gold Awards

Farmington Police Blotter: June 1-6

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