Coach Assaulted; Grenade Found; Hall Of Famer Honored: CT News

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

Woman Assaults Coach At High School: Police

The woman hit the coach in the groin, police said.>>>Read More.

Former DMV Worker Accused Of Stealing $80K From Office

The suspect allegedly forged documents and pocketed the sales tax from vehicle transactions.>>>Read More.

CT Couple Accused of Selling Sick Dog Being Investigated

A couple accused of operating an illegal kennel is being investigated at the state and local levels, documents show.>>>Read More.

Car Crashes Into Pharmacy

Minor injuries were reported, according to police.>>>>Read More.

Local Business Sells $1.5 Million Winning Lottery Ticket

What a way to start the New Year for this lucky winner.>>>Read More.

CT Town Honors Rock and Roll Hall of Famer With Bench

A bench in memory of Rock and Roll Hall of Famer was re-dedicated on Thursday.>>>Read More.

Man Assaults Victim At Bar: Police

The victim was taken to the hospital to be treated for injuries sustained during the assault, police said.>>>Read More.

CT TV Weatherman Overwhelmed by Response To News of His Departure

He tells his followers on Facebook that he is extremely grateful for all the good wishes as his last day nears.>>>Read More.

Victim Identified In Fatal Fire: State Police

State police said the victim in a fatal house fire has been identified.>>>Read More.

Hand Grenade Found: Police

Police said the scene was cleared without incident.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Final Lawsuit Settled In Fatal Christmas Fire: Report
• Couple Invents Useful Outdoor Product
• Flu Kills 5 In Connecticut, Hundreds More Hospitalized
• Trump Touts Quinnipiac Poll Economy Responses
• Firefighters Rescue Construction Worker
• Popular Food Truck Gets Ok: Report
• New Restaurant Planned For Shuttered Space
• Woman Scratched Officer In Face During Dispute: Police

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