Wednesday's Top 5: Bear Stats, Lottery Winners, Grad Hat Debate

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

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1. Areawide

• Connecticut DEEP: 6K Bear Sightings Recorded In Past 12 Months

2. Southington

• New Southington Restaurant Brings 'Fresh' Approach to Food

3. Vernon

• School Board Mulling Grad Hat Decorations

4. Areawide

• The Latest Big Lottery Winners From Hartford, Tolland Counties

5. Farmington

• Report of Active Shooter in Farmington "Erroneous": PD

Patch Graphic: Kristin Borden