Firefighters Save Christmas; Police Officer Suspended

There was plenty of news across your town over the past week. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of some of the top stories.

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Christmas Saved For Family After Presents Are Destroyed In Fire

Firefighters were able to rescue a New London family's Christmas after their presents were destroyed in a fire.

New London Officer Suspended On Use Of Force Charges: Report

Police said a New London officer has been suspended on charges of excessive use of force.

Kitchen Damaged In New London Condominium Fire: Report

Firefighters were able to put out a fire that damaged a New London condominium, fire officials said.

Over 9,000 Pounds Of Food Donated To New London Food Center

Mystic Aquarium officials said the weight of the food donated was equal to that of four and a half beluga whales.

New London Man Charged In 2 Heroin Overdoses: Court Officials

Court officials said a New London man charged in connection with two heroin overdoses has received sentencing.

Fire That Destroyed New London Taco Bell Ruled Accidental: Report

New London fire officials said the blaze that destroyed a local Taco Bell restaurant has been ruled accidental.

2 White Cadets Harassed Black Classmate At Coast Guard Academy

Superintendent Rear Adm. James Rendon has said he was angered by the episode.

Victim Identified In Fatal New London Stabbing: PD

Police said they have identified the victim of a fatal stabbing that occurred in New London.

Medical Examiner Rules Fatal New London Shooting Homicide: Report

A recent fatal New London shooting has been ruled a homicide by the state Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.

Mayor Releases Statement On 'Unacceptable Violence' In New London

Mayor Michael Passero has released a statement regarding two fatal incidents that occurred over the weekend in New London.

Man Charged In 2 New London Sexual Assault Cases Arrested: PD

New London police said a man charged in two sexual assault cases has been arrested.

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