Church Burglarized; Funds Raised For Boy, 7, Battling Brain Cancer; Historic Island For Sale: CT News

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

• Man Shoots Self In Buttocks At Restaurant: Report

The man was reportedly reaching for his wallet to pay the bill when the incident occurred.>>>Read More.

• Church Burglary Results in Arrest

A suspect was discovered sleeping in a car near the burglary scene, according to police.>>>Read More.

• Historic Thimble Islands On The Market For $50 Million

Realtor.com says the largest island is 8-acre Rogers Island offering a "magnificent setting with a grand 10-bedroom manor," and much more.>>>Read More.

• Confidential Documents Allegedly Stolen From Bridgewater Associates: Police

A computer consultant who worked for an outside company, hired by the world renowned hedge fund, stands accused.>>>Read More.

• Salon Raises Funds For CT Boy, 7, Battling Brain Cancer

The salon held a fundraising “cut-a-thon” event on Sunday.>>>Read more.

• Man Pointed Assault Rifle At Woman He Thought Was Watching Him: Police

Police say the man approached the woman’s parked vehicle with a rifle and planned to confront her but realized he wasn’t being watched.>>>Read More.

• Suspended CT High School Football Coach Undergoing Termination Hearing: Report

The coach was arrested after an incident at the district's central offices last year and new details have come to light about the incident.>>>Read More.

• Golden Corral's Anticipated Opening Already Leads to Traffic Advisory by Police

Police are urging residents to consider alternate routes as heavy traffic is expected in the area.>>>Read More.

• CT Pitcher Signs With St. Louis Cardinals

The pitcher, who starred for his team in the World Baseball Classic, has signed a minor-league contract.>>>Read More.

• Remodeling Contractor Accused Of Stealing Items From Client: Police

This is not the first time the suspect has been arrested this year.>>>Read More.

• Dog Struck By Truck, Seriously Injured: Animal Control

Animal Control officials are asking for the public’s assistance with locating the truck that left the scene.>>>Read More.

• Sex Offender Arrested On Child Porn Charge: Police

The man, who is on probation for possessing child pornography, faces a new charge, according to police.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Fake Bomb Threat Forces Evacuation of Bus: PD
• 'Violent' CT Fugitive Nabbed in Massachusetts
• Three Shot After Dirt Bike Dispute: Police
• C-SPAN Coming to High School
• Impaired Man Drove Through Serious Crash Scene: Police
• Man Dies From Injuries After Being Struck By Car Last Month

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