Firefighters Rescue Trapped Children on Ferris Wheel, Police Launch Investigation: Patch PM

Stories worth reading about tonight featured from across the Connecticut Patch network:

• Firefighters Rescue Trapped Children on Ferris Wheel, State Police Launch Investigation: UPDATE

Firefighters rescued two children trapped on a malfunctioning Ferris wheel ride and State Police are launching an investigation after detectives determined the incident was not due to mechanical failure.>>>Read More.

• Three Puppies Sick Days After Being Bought From Pet Store, Protest Planned

Three dogs purchased within 10 days of each other from the same store immediately showed signs of sickness.>>>Read More.

• Massachusetts Police Officer's Death Hits Home for a CT Police Department

Officer Ronald Tarentino Jr., who was shot and killed in the line of duty, was the brother-in-law of a veteran police officer in Connecticut.>>>Read More.

• Running Shoes, Headphones, Xbox One: Thursday's Best Deals

A great deal on an Xbox One is still going on. Plus, pick up a pair of comfy shoes.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Connecticut Supreme Court Upholds Death Penalty Ban: BREAKING
• Senate Committee Supports Keeping U.S. Coast Guard Band in CT
• ShotSpotter Technology Helps Snare Men in Shooting

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