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Patriarch Of Iconic Family-Owned CT Business Known From TV Commercials Dies
The patriarch of a family-owned Connecticut business that became well-known from television commercials and billboards is being remembered for the large impact he left on his loved ones and countless others. Abe Kaoud, who owned the Kaoud Oriental Rugs business with his sons, Maurice and Charlie, died on Wednesday night, June 26, according to an announcement from Charlie Kaoud. Kaoud died peacefully while surrounded by his family, his son said. The founder of Kaoud Oriental Rugs, Kaoud ran the business for 69 years, building it into New England's largest importer…
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'Dream Big': Actor Who Graduated From UConn Aims To Inspire
In front of the camera is where Juan Carlos "JC" Merino of Hackensack says he feels best. If you've seen his work, you might agree his grace is undeniable -- almost like he's been acting his whole life. But he hasn't. Merino had just graduated from the University of Connecticut in 2008 with a degree in political science when he says he had a change of heart. More than a decade after completely flipping the trajectory of his life, Merino has been featured in independent films, television commercials and music videos -- most recently a promo for WNBC, airing imminently. In turn,…