Popular Eatery Opening 1st CT Location; Optician Pays $678K Fine

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

CT Town’s Prevention Director Dies Unexpectedly

The 29-year-old made a “huge impact on the community," officials said.>>>Read More.

Jimmy John's Opening 1st Location In CT: Here’s Where

Plans call for the state's first Jimmy John's fast food restaurant has received a crucial approval from the city's Zoning Commission.>>>Read More.

Optician To Pay $678K To Resolve Medicaid Violations: Feds

The optician has reached an agreement with the federal government to resolve False Claim Act violations.>>>Read More.

All-Star Benefit Concert To Commemorate Shaboo's 50th Anniversary

The legendary Shaboo Inn operated from 1971 to 1982, and some amazing performers are gathering to mark the golden anniversary of its debut.>>>Read More.

CT Team Riding 'Out Of Body' Experience To LL World Series

The town’s Little League Squad is heading to the big stage of the Little League World Series.>>>Read More.

Juvenile Crime Rising In CT As Leaders Seek Solutions

Republicans and Democrats want to see improvements to the state's juvenile justice system. But they don't agree on the details.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Man, 21, Killed In Motorcycle Crash: State Police
• 2 Hurt As Trucks Collide On Highway
• Middlesex County Upgraded To 'High Transmission' COVID-19 Area
• Embezzlement Charges Dropped In Baseball Investigation

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