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3 Companies Respond to Structure Fire; Sandy Hook Gun Manufacturer Lawsuit Trial Date Set; Teen Arrested in Sexting Scandal

Arrest Made in Fatal Newtown Crash That Killed 90-Year-Old; Former Sandy Hook Shooter's Doctor Charged with Sex Assault;Free Concert Planned

NEWTOWN, CT — In case you missed it, here are the top news stories this past week on Patch.

Tuesday’s developments follow a decision from Judge Bellis to deny the gun companies’ motion to dismiss the case. >>>Sandy Hook Gun Manufacturer Lawsuit Trial Date Set, 'Discovery' to Start Immediately

An evacuation order was given for a possible structural collapse of the White Plains Road building. >>>Newtown, Monroe, Fire Companies Respond to Trumbull Structure Fire

A juvenile male has been charged with three counts of possessing or transmitting child pornography by a minor, a class A misdemeanor. >>>Teen Arrested in Relation to Large Sexting Investigation: Report

A Brooklyn man approached the sister of the slain teacher and said the Sandy Hook shootings never happened. >>>Update: Sandy Hook 'Truther' Accused of Harassing Victim's Family Files Plea: Report

U.S. News & World Report released new public high school rankings this week. Find out how Newtown did. >>>Newtown High School Detailed in Latest U.S. News Report

Newtown Lions Prep for 2016 Great Pootatuck Duck Race. >>>Ducks and Lions and River Rats, Oh, My!

Newtown residents can throw away paints, stains, adhesives, furniture polish, metal cleaners, swimming pool chemicals and much more. >>>Newtown Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day is May 21

The psychiatrist surrendered his license after a sexual relationship with a client came to light, according to police. >>>Former Sandy Hook Shooter's Doctor Charged with Sex Assault

State Rep. Dan Carter who currently represents Bethel, Newtown, Danbury and Redding, is seeking the GOP U.S. Senate nomination. >>>GOP Challenger Prepares for Battle Against U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal

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