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2nd Earthquake Recorded In CT This Week; 2.3 Magnitude Tremor Felt For Miles
Residents in Connecticut felt the ground shake for the second time this week. The United States Geological Survey reported a 2.3 magnitude earthquake in East Haddam at about 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 20. It shook the ground in Middletown, Cromwell, Glastonbury, and Hartford, the USGS said. A small aftershock followed the tremor. Did you hear a loud noise and your house shake? There was an earthquake in Moodus this evening. It was felt in numerous... Posted by Colchester Fire & Emergency Medical Services on Wednesday, November 20, 2024 Several people called 911 in Colchester …
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Multiple CT Students Hurt In I-84 Bus Crash
Multiple Connecticut fourth-grade students were hurt in an I-84 school bus crash while on the way to a field trip, authorities said. Students from Vernon Public Schools were taken to the hospital on Wednesday, Nov. 20, after the 9: 15 a.m. crash on I-84 West near exit 63 in Manchester, the school district said. Related: Vernon Mom Left 4 Kids At 'Deplorable' Home While She Went To NY Students from Maple Street School were riding to Hartford for a field trip when the bus crashed with another vehicle, officials said. Eight students were taken to an area hospital for…
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Man Accused Of Killing New Canaan Father At Posh Irish Hotel To Stay In Jail: Report
A 30-year-old Connecticut native who was arrested last week and accused of killing his father at an exclusive Irish hotel will spend at least two more weeks in jail under medical and judicial supervision, according to a news report. Henry McGowan, who grew up in Greenwich, was charged with the murder of John McGowan, a wealthy New Canaan financier who had flown to Ireland to help his mentally ill son last week, authorities said. Related: New Canaan Venture Capitalist Found Dead At Irish Hotel; Son Charged Henry appeared in an Irish court on Monday, Nov. 18, via videoconference, where his a…
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CT Man Busted With Loaded Gun at Bradley Airport In Carry-On Bag: Police
A Connecticut man was arrested at Bradley International Airport TSA agents found a loaded handgun in his carry-on bag at a TSA security checkpoint, authorities said. Jason Hines, 38, of Ashford in Windham County, was stopped around 4:30 a.m. when TSA officers found the pistol in his bookbag during routine screening, Connecticut State Police said. The gun was loaded with nine rounds of 9mm ammunition in the magazine. Hines told troopers he had forgotten the firearm was in his bag when he arrived at the Windsor Locks airport. Officials arrested him without incident, and authorities char…
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Small Earthquake Recorded In Stamford Ahead Of Reports Of Loud Boom
The US Geological Survey said it recorded a small earthquake in Fairfield County at the same time multiple residents reported hearing a loud noise. The agency said it detected a 1.3 magnitude earthquake just before noon in North Stamford. Such a quake is likely not powerful enough to cause any structural damage but can be strong enough for residents to feel the ground shake. Multiple people in North Stamford reported feeling tremors and hearing a loud noise at the same time as the reported earthquake. "I live near Hunting Ridge in North Stamford," someone posted on Reddit. "It felt l…
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Readers’ Choice: Cast Your Votes for Fairfield County’s Best!
Fairfield County, it’s time to show some love for your favorite local businesses! Daily Voice has officially launched the voting phase of its inaugural Readers’ Choice competition, and the power is in your hands to crown the best of the best. Our readers submitted nominations earlier this fall, and now the top contenders are ready for your votes. With over 80 categories spanning six major groups, this is your chance to celebrate the local gems that make Fairfield County a vibrant place to live, work, and play. From the tastiest eats to top-notch services, your vote can help highlight the bu…
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New Info Released In Search For 23-Year-Old Accused Of Murdering His Dad In Suburban NY Hamlet
Authorities released new details in the search for a man accused of stabbing his father to death on Long Island. The incident happened in Rocky Point, at a residence located on Quail Road, at around 1:25 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 9. Suffolk County Police arrived to find Joseph Zoll, age 61, suffering from multiple stab wounds. He was taken to Stony Brook University Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Earlier Report: Seen Him? 23-Year-Old On Run After Murdering His Father At Suburban NY Home, Police Say On Sunday, Nov. 10, homicide detectives named Zoll’s son, Matthew Zoll, as the pri…
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Drunk, Wrong-Way Driver Arrested on I-84 Ramp In Smoking SUV With Fentanyl Inside: Police
A Connecticut man whose blood alcohol content was more than twice the legal limit was stopped while driving the wrong way on an I-84 off-ramp over the weekend, authorities said. Angel Sanabria, 44, of Hartford, was arrested and charged with multiple felonies and traffic violations after police stopped his SUV, which had heavy front-end damage with smoke billowing from the engine, and fluids leaking onto the road as if he'd been in a recent crash, Connecticut State Police said. Troopers received a wrong-way driver detection alert just after 2:30 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 17, at the Governor Street o…
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1 Dead, Dozens Sickened In 18 States From E. Coli Outbreak Linked To Carrots
An E. coli outbreak linked to carrots has left one person dead and sickened 39 people in 18 states. The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) says the infections have come from multiple brands of recalled organic whole bagged carrots and baby carrots sold by Grimmway Farms, which is based in Bakersfield, California. "Carrots on store shelves right now are likely not affected but may be in people's homes," the CDC said. "If you have any recalled carrots in your home, throw them out or return them to the store." The carrots were sold nationally at sold in bags under m…
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Wealthy New Canaan Financier Killed In Ireland; Son Charged With Fatal Attack: Reports
A Connecticut financier was killed at an Ireland hotel after he flew from the United States to care for his mentally ill son. Now his son is charged with the assault that killed him, the BBC reported. New York City resident Henry McGowan, age 30, of Brooklyn, is accused of killing his father, 66-year-old John McGowan, of New Canaan, on Tuesday, Nov. 12, the outlet said. The New York Times reported that Henry flew to Ireland earlier this week to stay at Ballyfin Demesne, a hotel in County Laois. Henry suffers from bipolar disorder, and when John learned his son had left the count…
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Sen. Chris Murphy, Wife Separating After 20 Years Together
A week after clinching his third term as a US Senator, Chris Murphy announced he and his wife are separating after 20 years, the couple announced. Murphy is married to Catherine Holahan, whom he met while they both got law degrees from the University of Connecticut. They graduated in 2001 and have two teenage sons. “With the election behind us – our seventh together – we have some news we wanted to share with you,” they wrote in an email to family and friends on Friday, Nov. 15. “After much reflection and discussion, we have decided to separate as a couple. We do so with deep ca…
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37-Year-Old Killed On I-95 After Crashing Into Construction Equipment: Police
A 37-year-old man was killed earlier this week after his car went off I-95 north in New London County and slammed into some heavy construction equipment, authorities said. Paul Bigos, of Dighton, Massachusetts, was killed just after 9:45 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 15, between exits 88 and 89 in Groton, Connecticut State Police said. Bigos lost control of his Subaru Impreza and drifted into the center median, where he crashed into an unoccupied piece of heavy machinery. Paramedics rushed him to Lawrence + Memorial Hospital, where he died of his injuries, authorities said. …
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'Oscars Of Teaching': CT Teacher Earns Prestigious Award For Her Work In, Out Of Classroom
A Connecticut teacher was honored among the nation’s top educators in what is nicknamed the "Oscars of teaching." Jessica Chapman who teaches at Norwich Free Academy in New London County was named a Milken Educator Award recipient, the organization announced. She found out she had won the prestigious award at a schoolwide assembly on Tuesday, Nov. 12, surrounded by her students and colleagues who gave her a standing ovation. Chapman, a social studies teacher at the Norwich school is known for her innovative approach and was the only educator in Connecticut to receive this n…
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Whole Foods Market Announces Grand Opening For New Stamford Store
A new Whole Foods Market is coming to Connecticut, and the announcement that it will open next month has many Fairfield County shoppers raring to line up. The company announced it would open its nearly 45,000 square-foot-store at 110 High Ridge Road in Stamford on Thursday, December 12, at 9 a.m. Whole Foods renovated the Lord & Taylor store that was at that location prior, which will give this grocery store a more "boutique feel", the company said. Along with the typical grocery items, the store will feature full-service seafood and meat counters, more than 220 craft…
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Supported By Sandy Hook Parents, Satire Site The Onion Buys InfoWars Out Of Bankruptcy
In a bizarre twist of fate The Onion, the wildly popular satire news website, has purchased InfoWars out of bankruptcy. according to multiple reports. Conspiracy and supplement huckster Alex Jones announced the court-appointed bankruptcy trustee had finalized the sale on Thursday, Nov. 14, NBC News said. “I just got word 15 minutes ago that my lawyers and folks met with the U.S. trustee over our bankruptcy this morning and they said they are shutting us down even without a court order this morning,” Jones said, per NBC. “I don’t know what’s going to happen, but I’m going to be here u…
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Brush Fire Engulfs, Destroys Greenwich Police SUV
A Connecticut police cruiser was destroyed when a brush fire leaped onto the vehicle and burned it completely. A Greenwich police officer was out of the car and responding to a medical call on Wednesday morning when the brush fire crept onto their vehicle, authorities said. No one was injured. Related: Brush Fire Destroys Two-Family Home Greenwich Police used the blaze to remind residents to be aware of potential brush fires as Connecticut remains under a red flag warning. Multiple small fires have turned into potentially life-threatening ones in recent weeks because of …
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The Beaver Moon — Last Supermoon of 2024 — Will Dazzle Skywatchers Soon: Here's When To Look Up
Local skywatchers, mark your calendars. The final supermoon of 2024 — known as the Beaver Moon — will light up the night sky this week. The moon will reach peak brightness at 4:29 p.m. EST on Friday, Nov. 15, and promises to be one of the brightest nighttime displays of the year, according to USA Today. Related: Fireball Lights Up East Coast Sky, Captivating Thousands Click here to find out exactly when the moon will be at its most encouraging where you live. A supermoon occurs when the moon is full and closest to the Earth in its orbit, according to N…
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Fireball Lights Up East Coast Sky, Captivating Hundreds Across CT
A bright fireball streaked across the East Coast on Monday, Nov. 11, catching the attention of hundreds of people from Connecticut to Virginia (did you see it? Send footage to clevine@dailyvoice.com). The American Meteor Society reported that 236 people witnessed the fireball around 7:48 p.m., with sightings spanning 13 states, the District of Columbia, and Ontario, Canada (click here for the sightings map). Witnesses described the fireball as a striking light blue or green that illuminated the sky for four to seven seconds, moving diagonally from the upper right to the lower left. The eve…
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CT Police Officer Steals Show On ‘Wheel of Fortune’ With Bad Guess, Last-Second Heroics
A former US Coast Guard member and Connecticut school resource officer appeared on the Veteran's Day episode of "Wheel of Fortune." While he finished in third place, he had the most memorable moments on the game show. Rocky Hill Police Officer Will Jordan took his turn at the wheel on Monday's episode, Nov. 11, where he walked away with $8,000 in prize money. Related: Internet Roasts Rocky Hill Officer Following "Wheel Of Fortune" Faux Pas Jordan struggled with the puzzles throughout the game. He was in a position to answer three of them but misspoke one — reading "give yoursel…
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New Canaan Leads Way With Some Of State's Best Elementary Schools: New Report
One school district in Connecticut scored three of the top five elementary schools in the state in a new ranking. New Canaan Public Schools have clinched the top spots in Niche’s annual ranking of the best public elementary schools in Connecticut. Leading the way is West School, ranked as the best elementary school in the state, with East School and South School following close behind in the second and third positions, respectively. These schools shine because of their student-to-teacher ratios, dedicated faculty, and community support. West School, which serves students from p…
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Family Pleads for Justice After Man Left in Coma from Hit, Run Crash
The family of a 66-year-old Connecticut man who was left in a coma after a car crashed into him and sped off is asking for the public's help to find out who was behind the wheel. Rene Beaudette, of Norwich in New London County, was hit around 5:25 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 655 East Main St. in Norwich, authorities said. Original Report: Police Searching For Driver Who Left Hit, Run Victim In Coma Paramedics rushed Beaudette to William W. Backus Hospital and later to Hartford Hospital, where he was in critical condition. A GoFundMe to help pay for his medica…
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Top 5 Connecticut Hospitals Named in 2025 Best-In-State Rankings
Connecticut's top hospitals for 2025 have been named, showcasing the best facilities in the state according to a new ranking. Released by Statista, the list ranks hospitals based on patient care, reputation, and quality indicators. Yale New Haven Hospital took the top spot on the list. The New Haven hospital was touted for its comprehensive medical services and advanced research facilities. John Dempsey Hospital in Farmington ranked second and claimed the Patient Experience Award for its dedication to providing ranking highest in those metrics. Midstate Medical Center in Meriden fini…
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No, The FBI Says It Isn't Investigating 301 Election Bribery Claims Or Other Lies
The Federal Bureau of Investigations said it has seen a rise in fake stories using the agency's name and insignia being shared online in an attempt to undermine the recent presidential election. The FBI cited four fake stories being shared on social media trading on the agency's reputation to give credence to lies. Those included a video stating that “at least 301 electors reported attempted bribery and blackmail" from a political party, the agency said in a news release. Another claimed that agents had tried to cover up the bribery scheme by pressuring news media outl…
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Newly Minted Millionaire: $3M Lottery Ticket Sold In CT
A Mega Millions lottery ticket worth $3 million was sold in Connecticut on Friday, Nov. 8. The winner correctly matched all five numbers in the drawing, which were: 25-28-42-64-69. The Mega Ball was 19 and the Megaplier was X3. Related: See Winning Numbers In The $92 Million Powerball Lottery The winner has not come forward, and the lottery officials haven't disclosed where the ticket was sold yet. However, the store will receive a $30,000 bonus for the sale. Another Connecticut player scored a $30,000 win in the same drawing, officials added. They matched four of…
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New Images Of Stranded New England Astronaut Spark Concerns
NASA is assuring the public that a Massachusetts astronaut is in good health after recent photos of the woman sparked concerns to the contrary. Pilot Suni Williams, from the town of Needham in Norfolk County, has been stuck aboard the International Space Station since early June after NASA discovered multiple problems with the Boeing-built Starliner spacecraft. The 59-year-old retired Navy officer, along with her colleague Butch Wilmore, were originally scheduled to return home after eight days. They’ll now hitch a ride back to Earth on a SpaceX Dragon capsule in February 2025. Earlier …
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Racist Texts Sent To CT Students, Kids Across Country Promises Return Of Slavery
Students in Connecticut were not spared a racist text message that has been received by children across the country threatening to put Black and Brown men and women into plantation slavery under the Donald Trump administration. Authorities in Bloomfield in Hartford County posted a statement on Facebook saying the school system condemns "any and all forms of racism, prejudice, or hate within our community." Racist language, behavior, and rhetoric have no place in Bloomfield, and we are committed to ensuring that every member of our community feels safe, valued, and respected. In c…
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FBI Thwarts Iran-Linked Plan To Assassinate Donald Trump, DOJ Says
An Iranian operative and two associates living in America have been charged in a murder-for-hire plot targeting United States citizens, including President-elect Donald Trump. Federal authorities have charged Farhad Shakeri, an alleged operative of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), along with two New York City associates in a plot to assassinate a US citizen critical of the Iranian government. The case highlights the continued threat posed by Iran’s attempts to silence dissidents and even target top US. officials. According to the Department of Justice criminal complai…
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These Over-The-Counter Decongestants Don't Work, FDA Says
A common ingredient found in most oral over-the-counter cold medicines should be removed from the market because it doesn’t work, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says. This follows an extensive review that found the drug ineffective for treating nasal congestion. Oral phenylephrine, widely marketed in cold and allergy medications, has been in use for decades as a go-to nasal decongestant. However, an FDA review, backed by last year’s unanimous recommendation from the Nonprescription Drug Advisory Committee, found that phenylephrine in oral form does not deliver effective conge…
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Woman Accused Of Killing Her Roommate In Florida Found Living In CT: Police
A Florida woman who is accused of killing her roommate just after Christmas 2022 was arrested this week in Connecticut, authorities said. Gisselle Victoria-Gonzalez, age 42, was busted in Hartford on Wednesday, Nov. 6 on an extradition warrant out of Orlando, the police blotter said. She is charged with second-degree murder in the death of Runyleidy Medina-Pacheco, also 42, Orlando Police said. She also faces one count of tampering with physical evidence and one count of grand theft. Medina-Pacheco traveled from the Dominican Republic in December 2022 for an extended vacation and…
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Norwalk Man Sexually Assaulted 8-Year-Old Girl: Police
A 56-year-old Connecticut man was arrested and charged with sexually assaulting and abusing an 8-year-old girl in Fairfield County, authorities said. Armando Cruz-Zambrano, of Norwalk, is charged with first-degree sexual assault, illegal sexual contact with a victim under 16, assault in the third degree, and interfering with an emergency call, police said. Norwalk Police said they were alerted to the alleged sexual assault on Sept. 29. They could not provide any details on the investigation because of the age of the victim and the sensitivity of the attack. But authoritie…
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Whooping Cough Cases Are Spiking, CDC Warns
Cases of whooping cough are five times higher than at this time a year ago, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is warning. Officially known as pertussis, those infected have persistent, chronic fits of coughing followed by a “whoop” sound. "Reports of pertussis cases were lower than usual over the past few years, during and following the COVID-19 pandemic.," the CDC said in a new advisory. "However, the United States is beginning to return to pre-pandemic patterns where more than 10,000 cases are typically reported each year. It's likely mitigation measures used during the…
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