Local Man Kills Bear; Major Retailer Announced; Tornado Recap

There was plenty of news across Southbury through the first half of 2018. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of some of the top stories.

Bear Killed By Southbury Man: State Officials

The man said his mother-in-law called him and said there was a bear in her backyard and that is when he arrived with a pistol.>>>Read More.

Major Retailer Announced For Southbury: Report

One retailer abruptly closed recently but the space won't be vacant for long.>>>Read More.

Here Is Where The Tornado Touched Down In Southbury

The National Weather Service released new details about the tornadoes that touched down in the area.>>>Read More.

Standoff In Southbury Ends, Suspect In Custody: UPDATE

State Police responded to a domestic disturbance but the accused is refusing to exit his home, and may have a gun, police say.>>>Read More.

Black Bear Kills Goat In Southbury

Officers shot at the bear but the animal wasn't struck and fled into a nearby wildlife refuge area, state officials said.>>>Read More.

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