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Brand-New Jersey Mike's Sub Shop Opens In CT Brand-New Jersey Mike's Sub Shop Opens In CT
Brand-New Jersey Mike's Sub Shop Opens In CT Sub fans can now bite into a giant sub full of goodies when Jersey Mike's Subs opens a brand-new location in Fairfield County. Known for its fresh sliced meats and grilled subs, the new shop opened in Monroe on Wednesday, Nov. 15 at 143 Purdy Hill Road. Jersey Mike’s premium meats and cheeses are sliced on the spot and piled high on in-store baked bread. Store officials said Jersey Mike’s fans crave their subs made Mike’s Way with the freshest vegetables – onions, lettuce, and tomatoes – topped off with an exquisite zing of “the juice,” red wine vinegar, and an olive oil blend.  Authenti…

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by Kathy Reakes
Obituaries
Beloved 7-Year-Old Ansonia Girl Remembered For Her Fighting Spirit Beloved 7-Year-Old Ansonia Girl Remembered For Her Fighting Spirit
Beloved 7-Year-Old Ansonia Girl Remembered For Her Fighting Spirit A Connecticut girl who died at the age of 7 is being remembered for her kindness and her fighting spirit when faced with serious illness. New Haven County resident Jeilany Vega Rivera, of Ansonia, died on Saturday, May 28, according to her obituary. Jeilany was diagnosed with diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma, an aggressive brain tumor, in March of 2021, according to a fundraiser set up to support her family. The fundraiser has received $3,585 of its $10,000 goal as of Wednesday, June 1. "Sweet little Jeilany has put up a tremendous fight, but on Saturday, May 28th, Jeilany's body entered …

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by Nicole Valinote
Business
Jersey Mike's Subs To Hold Grand Opening Of New CT Location Jersey Mike's Subs To Hold Grand Opening Of New CT Location
Jersey Mike's Subs To Hold Grand Opening Of New CT Location Jersey Mike’s Subs is getting ready to open a new location in Fairfield County. The sandwich shop, located at 72 Newtown Road in Danbury, will open on Wednesday, March 23, and a grand opening fundraiser event will take place through Sunday, March 27, to support the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games, according to an announcement from the business.  Representatives said guests who have a special fundraising coupon can make a minimum of a $3 contribution to the games in exchange for a regular sub. “My team and I are thrilled to be opening our first of two locations in Danbury,” franch…

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by Nicole Valinote
News
26-Year-Old Firefighter Dies After Blaze Breaks Out At His NY Home 26-Year-Old Firefighter Dies After Blaze Breaks Out At His NY Home
26-Year-Old Firefighter Dies After Blaze Breaks Out At His NY Home A young firefighter died after a blaze broke out at his home in Westchester County on Thanksgiving morning. Sean Carroll was 26 years old. The fire began in the basement of the Carroll home in Thornwood in the early hours of Thursday, Nov. 25, according to authorities. "First responding fire department members were able to evacuate Teresa Carroll and Connor Carroll who were asleep during the time of the fire," said the Rye Brook Police Benevolent Association, which is hosting an online fundraiser to support the family. "Sadly, Sean Carroll who was asleep in the basement, passed away."…

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by Joe Lombardi
Sports
Acting Mets GM Accused Of DWI After Leaving Owner's CT Home, Report Says Acting Mets GM Accused Of DWI After Leaving Owner's CT Home, Report Says
Acting Mets GM Accused Of DWI After Leaving Owner's CT Home, Report Says The New York Mets took another blow in what's been a difficult season after their acting general manager was arrested for alleged drunk driving in Westchester following a visit to the Fairfield County home of team owner Steve Cohen, according to reports. Acting GM Zack Scott reportedly Mets up and was busted for allegedly driving while intoxicated when he was busted at approximately 4:15 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 31 in White Plains, The New York Post first reported. It is alleged that at the time he was approached by officers on South Lexington Avenue in White Plains, Scott was asleep at the wh…

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by Zak Failla