Radio Host Accused of Assault; Lottery Winners: Newington 2017

NEWINGTON, CT — There was plenty of news across Newington in 2017. If you missed any of it on Newington Patch, here's a roundup of some of the most-read stories of the year, with the original publication date in parentheses.

Popular Radio Host Charged in Connection with Newington Assault
He turned himself in at Newington police headquarters after learning of a warrant for his arrest. (4/12)

New Lottery Game Roll Leads to Big Bankroll for Newington Resident
A Newington resident recently won large off a lottery ticket. (5/26)

Massachusetts Amber Alert Suspect Arrested At Newington Motel
The man reportedly stabbed the child's mother before taking the 21-month-old that led to the Amber Alert. (7/9)

Woman Dead After Standoff at Newington Residence
Police were attempting to communicate with someone inside a house, according to witnesses. (9/21)

Newington Store Sells Million Dollar Lottery Winner
The winner opted for a lump sum payment of just under $775,000. (1/12)

Other Top Stories:

Newington Police Help Check off Another Box on Gracie Lou's Bucket List With a Ride in a Cruiser (1/19)

Newington Town Attorney Taking Some Heat for Controversial Facebook Posts (2/1)

Sex Offender Addresses Updated in Newington (10/10)

Newington Native Elected to ECSU Hall of Fame (8/8)

Newington Municipal Election 2017 Results: Winners Revealed (11/7)

Photo courtesy of Newington Police Department

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