DUI Driver Strikes 2 Houses: PD; Student Arrested for Bringing Air Gun to School; Historic Buildings Saved: CT News

There was plenty of news across Connecticut Wednesday. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here’s a roundup of some of the top stories.

• Man Strikes 2 Houses, Utility Pole while Driving Under the Influence

Police said a man was arrested on driving while under the influence of alcohol charges after striking a house, utility pole and more with his vehicle.>>>Read More.

• Company Confirms Closure of Site, Not Staying in Connecticut

The company has announced that it will no longer build a new facility in Connecticut as previously planned.>>>Read More.

• Woman Strikes Police Officer with Her Purse: Police

Police say she's been charged with assault for the incident.>>>Read More.

• Student Arrested for Bringing Air Gun to School: Report

The 13-year-old was arrested on Tuesday.>>>Read More.

• Man, 48, Struck by Vehicle and Killed: Police

The victim was struck by a vehicle Friday evening.>>>Read More.

• Man Charged for Misleading Police About a Fatal Accident: Police

Police announced charges have been filed in the case.>>>Read More.

• Police Seize Marijuana, $6K After Traffic Stop

Two 21-year-old men were arrested early Wednesday morning.>>>Read More.

• Woman Robbed While Walking: Police

The street robbery occurred late Sunday night when the woman was approached from behind by the suspect, according to police.>>>Read More.

• Police Bust Party, Teen Host Charged: PD

About 20 to 30 youths scattered when police arrived.>>>Read More.

• 84,000 Gallons of Raw Sewage Leaks Into Harbor

The leak happened due to a pipe break.>>>Read More.

• Animal Control Seeking Lonely Dog's New Home for the Holidays

"All he does is cry; it's heartbreaking!">>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Comunale Homicide: Suspects Make Pleas, Bond Reduced
• Pickup Truck Sought in Fatal Hit-and-Run
• Medical Marijuana Dispensary to Expand
• New Details Emerge in Accident that Killed Pedestrian: Police
• CT Resident Wins Lottery Powerball Prize
• Agreement Saves Two Historic Buildings at UConn from the Wrecking Ball
• Man Pleads Guilty to Enticement of a Minor
• Rape Suspect, TV Installer Pleads Guilty to Charges
• CT Manufacturing Company to Pay $1 Million for Violating the Clean Water Act
• Suspected Shooter Arrested in Canada
• Man Sold Crack Cocaine to Police Informant Three Times: Report

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