Bank Robber Pretended To Have Gun: PD; Apple Store Burglarized

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

Bank Robber Pretended To Have Gun: Police

The man insinuated he had a gun and pointed what witnesses believed to be a firearm at tellers, demanding money, police said.>>>Read More.

Connecticut Nonprofit Welcomes, Helps Resettle Afghan Refugees

The Connecticut agency expects to welcome 300-400 refugees over the next 12 months.>>>Read More.

Lamont Heckled By Parents Over CT Schools Mask Mandate

A meeting among health officials, educators, parents, and Gov. Ned Lamont ended early after parents opposed to the school mask became vocal.>>>Read More.

Bears Now A 'Common' Part Of Town's Landscape: Officials

The town seems poised to remain a hotbed for bears in Connecticut.>>>Read More.

New COVID-19 Safety Plan Developed For September Concert Series

Those going to the Alive@Five or Wednesday Nite Live concerts in September must show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test.>>>Read More.

$2 Million Minority Business Grant Awarded To UConn/State Program

A partnership between state government and the University of Connecticut has received a major grant to promote minority owned business.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Burglars Break Into Apple Store On Greenwich Avenue: Police
• Dog Euthanized After Injured In Domestic Dispute: PD
• Police Identify Teen With Hammer In Mall Shooting
• Death Of Woman Ruled A Homicide: Police
• Fireworks! Mall Will See Out Summer With A Boom
• Fundraiser Started For Family Of Homicide Victim
• Police Solve 2018 ATM Theft With DNA Evidence

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