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Man Sentenced For Committing Multiple Robberies In Ridgefield, Elsewhere Man Sentenced For Committing Multiple Robberies In Ridgefield, Elsewhere
Man Sentenced For Committing Multiple Robberies In Ridgefield, Elsewhere A Fairfield County man with a lengthy rap sheet will spend a decade in prison after being sentenced for committing multiple robberies at Subway and several bank branches in Connecticut. Alvin Robertson, 56, of Bridgeport, has been sentenced to 120 months in prison, followed by three years of supervised release, after robbing three banks and two Subway stores last year. Last year, Robertson was found guilty of robbing a Subway store on Ethan Allen Highway on May 20 in Ridgefield, and then a second Subway store on Monroe Turnpike in Monroe on July 22. Robertson then targeted a People’s Unite…

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by Zak Failla
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Here Are Five BBQ Places To Try In Fairfield County Here Are Five BBQ Places To Try In Fairfield County
Here Are Five BBQ Places To Try In Fairfield County Nothing drips with summery savoriness like a plage of great barbecue food. If you live in Fairfield County there is no shortage of places to try. Here are five standouts based on Yelp revies. Wire Mill Saloon & Barbecue, 12 Old Mill Road, Redding: Here you'll experience a country atmosphere and Southern barbecue food which you can enjoy outside on a very large patio with fire pit and live music at certain times. You can also eat inside.  Pete M. on Google a few days ago posted this, "First of all, the food is amazing. If you want great BBQ then you must go to the Wire Mill. …

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by Donna Christopher
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Man Admits To Statewide Spree Of Bank, Restaurant Robberies Across Fairfield County, State Man Admits To Statewide Spree Of Bank, Restaurant Robberies Across Fairfield County, State
Man Admits To Statewide Spree Of Bank, Restaurant Robberies Across Fairfield County, State A Fairfield County man has admitted to robbing multiple banks and Subway restaurants in Connecticut last year. Bridgeport resident Alvin Robertson, 56, pleaded guilty in Bridgeport district court to one count of bank robbery and admitted that he committed a total of three bank robberies and two Subways throughout the state last year. On May 20 last year, Robertson admitted to robbing the Subway on Ethan Allen Highway in Ridgefield, brandishing a knife and stating “give me all your money or I will kill you,” to the clerk. On July 22, Robertson targeted the Subway on Monroe Turnpike in Monro…

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by Zak Failla
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Here Are Five Hotspots For Coffee In Fairfield County Here Are Five Hotspots For Coffee In Fairfield County
Here Are Five Hotspots For Coffee In Fairfield County Molten Java, 213 Greenwood Ave, Bethel: Locals love this community gathering spot, a popular venue for art and music talent, which also sells storied brew drinks and delicious pastries and food.  A visitor posted this Yelp review. "Flew in from Seattle, and was happy to find a place that gets coffee. Great location in town, funky/homey feel, and good coffee...there's pastries and stuff, but they've got more substantial options ta boot. I had some wicked good veggie chili, it hit the spot." "Delicious coffee drinks and yummy pastries," a Virginia Yelp writer posted. Source Coffeeh…

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by Donna Christopher
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National BBQ Day: Here Are Five Places To Try In Fairfield County National BBQ Day: Here Are Five Places To Try In Fairfield County
National BBQ Day: Here Are Five Places To Try In Fairfield County Thursday, May 16 is National BBQ Day 2019 and there is no shortage of great places to feast. Wire Mill Saloon & Barbecue, 12 Old Mill Road, Redding: Here you'll experience a country atmosphere and Southern barbecue food which you can enjoy outside on a very large patio with fire pit.  Pete M. on Google a few days ago posted this, "First of all, the food is amazing. If you want GREAT BBQ, then you must go to the Wire Mill. I have yet to try anything I haven't liked. Pulled pork, brisket, ribs, wings, and if you're feeling like you need to really overdo it, try the Fat Jackso…

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by Donna Christopher
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Little Pub Plans To Close Ridgefield Location Little Pub Plans To Close Ridgefield Location
Little Pub Plans To Close Ridgefield Location Ridgefield’s Little Pub, located at 59 Ethan Allen Highway, was founded over a decade ago and quickly became an area staple.  However, the locale is planning on closing its doors for good after Saturday, March 30, according to a new and heartfelt post on the restaurant’s Facebook page. With a promise to provide “great food, generous drinks and a lively pub atmosphere you’ll feel right at home in,” Little Pub in Ridgefield certainly seems to have followed through, judging from its 4.4/5 star Facebook rating and customer feedback. “To say we’ve enjoyed being part of the Ridgefield commu…

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Man Charged With Committing Robberies At Two Subway Stores In Fairfield County, Bank Branches Man Charged With Committing Robberies At Two Subway Stores In Fairfield County, Bank Branches
Man Charged With Committing Robberies At Two Subway Stores In Fairfield County, Bank Branches A Fairfield County man with a lengthy rap sheet has been charged in connection to robberies at Subway and several bank branches in Connecticut. Alvin Robertson, of Bridgeport, has been charged with three counts of bank robbery and two counts of interference with commerce by robbery, U.S. Attorney John Durham announced this week. Robertson has pleaded not guilty to the charges in New Haven federal court. According to the indictment, Robertson allegedly robbed a Subway store on Ethan Allen Highway on May 20 in Ridgefield, and then a second Subway store on Monroe Turnpike in Monroe on July 22.…

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by Zak Failla