Student Rescues Competitor; Kitten Saved; Officer Honored

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Restaurant Owner Makes Surprising Offer To Those In Need

A restaurant has posted a sign on their door and that message has gone viral as people have remarked about the owner’s generosity.>>>Read More.

Athlete Honored For Coming To Aid Of Competitor

The student was honored by the Board of Education for his efforts in assisting a competitor who was apparently having a medical emergency.>>>Read More.

Man, 93, Crosses Item Off Bucket List

The police department helped the World War II veteran cross an item off his bucket list.>>>Read More.

Kitten Rescued After Getting Head Stuck In Tire

A local veterinarian was able to safely free the playful kitten from the tire rim.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Connecticut Sports Writers’ Alliance Selects 5 to Receive Gold Keys
• 3 Veterans Receive Connecticut Veterans Wartime Service Medals
• Historic Unified Flag Football Game Played
• A Farm and a Family's Heritage Preserved
• Teen Center Renovated at Boys & Girls Club
• Hiking Season Just Got Better
• Crew's Women’s Junior Eight Boat Finishes 2nd At Head Of The Charles
• Officer Wins U.S. Attorney Award
• Elementary School Students Learn Math, Science With Pumpkins

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Photo credit: Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center