Monday's Top 5: PTA in Homicide, Alcohol Sting, Youth Curfew

Here is a look at the top stories for Monday in Patch towns throughout Hartford and Tolland counties.

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1. Vernon

• Man Charged in Vernon Homicide Let Out on Promise to Appear

2. Berlin

• 5 of 7 Berlin Businesses Fail Alcohol Compliance Checks

3. Manchester

• Youth Curfew Up for Discussion in Manchester This Week

4. Areawide

• Starbucks to Eliminate Plastic Straws

5. Willington

• Man Gets DUI Charge After Strange Incident in Willington Driveway

Patch Graphic: Kristin Borden

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