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Bear Escapes Capture After Breaking Into Garage Looking For Grill At CT Home Bear Escapes Capture After Breaking Into Garage Looking For Grill At CT Home
Bear Escapes Capture After Breaking Into Garage Looking For Grill At CT Home A black bear managed to "let itself out" of a garage and escape after breaking in in search of a grill that had been used earlier in the day. The incident took place in Hartford County at a home on Walnut Hill Road in Hartland on Sunday, May 21. State Department of Energy and Environmental Protection officials responded to the home, but by the time they arrived the bear had let itself out of the garage without assistance, said DEEP spokesman Paul Copleman. "It appears that the bear attempted to get to a grill in the garage that had been used earlier in the day," Copleman said. "No actions …

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by Kathy Reakes
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Bear Charges Employee At Shop In Connecticut, Delaying Opening Bear Charges Employee At Shop In Connecticut, Delaying Opening
Bear Charges Employee At Shop In Connecticut, Delaying Opening A store in Connecticut had to delay its opening after a particularly hungry, furry, four-legged customer broke into its other location where many of its products are prepared and charged an employee.  Taste by Spellbound, a Hartford County dessert shop located in South Windsor at 544 Buckland Rd., was forced to delay its opening on Wednesday morning, May 24 after a black bear was able to find its way into the garage of the other location in Avon at 220 West Main St. (Route 202) and charged an employee, the owner said on social media. Although no one was hurt, some of the cupcakes…

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by Ben Crnic
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Black Bear Bites CT Woman Walking Dog Black Bear Bites CT Woman Walking Dog
Black Bear Bites CT Woman Walking Dog A Connecticut woman is recovering after being bitten by a black bear while walking her dog along a roadway. The incident took place in Hartford County early Friday, April 21 in the town of Avon. According to the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, a 74-year-old woman was walking her dog on a leash along Berkshire Crossing Road when a female black bear approached and bit her.  The woman received non-life-threatening injuries and was transported by EMS personnel to a local hospital, DEEP officials said. The bear was humanely euthanized at the scene, they added…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Watch: CT Family Discovers Bear Hibernating Under Deck Watch: CT Family Discovers Bear Hibernating Under Deck
Watch: CT Family Discovers Bear Hibernating Under Deck A Connecticut resident was in for a huge surprise when investigating why his dog was afraid to go outside. Hartford County resident Vincent Dashukewich, of Plainville, told WTNH he found a black bear hibernating under his deck after he took his dog out for a walk and the dog started growling. His sister, Tyler, shared a video of the bear in a TikTok that has since gone viral, receiving more than 15 million views. @thetrendytransparent #bears #newengland #bearsinct ♬ original sound - Tyler Dashukewich "When you find out why your dog has been scared to go outside," Tyler wrote, z…

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by Nicole Valinote
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225-Pound Black Bear That Attacked Connecticut Boy Had 'Rare Pieces Of Macaroni' In Stomach 225-Pound Black Bear That Attacked Connecticut Boy Had 'Rare Pieces Of Macaroni' In Stomach
225-Pound Black Bear That Attacked Connecticut Boy Had 'Rare Pieces Of Macaroni' In Stomach A 225-pound black bear that attacked a 10-year-old boy had rare pieces of macaroni in his stomach, according to a necropsy. The male bear attacked the boy in Litchfield County on Sunday, Oct. 16, as he played in his grandparent's yard in the town of Morris. Following the attack, which left the boy with non-life-threatening injuries including claw marks on his back and injuries to his leg, the bear was euthanized. The report, released by the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection on Thursday, Oct. 20,  said “rare pieces of macaroni” were found in the bear’s stomac…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Black Bear That Attacked 10-Year-Old CT Boy Tested For Rabies Black Bear That Attacked 10-Year-Old CT Boy Tested For Rabies
Black Bear That Attacked 10-Year-Old CT Boy Tested For Rabies A bear that attacked a 10-year-old Connecticut boy has been tested for rabies as a precaution. The bear attacked the boy in Litchfield County on Sunday, Oct. 16, in his grandparent's yard in Morris. Following the attack, which left the boy with non-life-threatening injuries including claw marks on his back and injuries to his leg, was euthanized shortly after the attack. The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection says the black bear was tested for rabies and the test has come back negative. Earlier report: New Details Emerge After Morris 10-Year-Old Boy Attacked By Black …

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by Kathy Reakes
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New Details Emerge After 10-Year-Old Boy Attacked By Black Bear In Connecticut New Details Emerge After 10-Year-Old Boy Attacked By Black Bear In Connecticut
New Details Emerge After 10-Year-Old Boy Attacked By Black Bear In Connecticut A 10-year-old Connecticut boy who was injured by a black bear was playing in his grandparent's backyard when the male bear attacked, according to multiple reports. The attack took place in the Litchfield County town of Morris at 11 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 16, according to the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. Officers from the state police and DEEP responded and shot the bear, authorities said. The boy's grandfather, James Butler, of Morris, told the Republican-American of Waterbury, his grandson was playing near a trampoline when the large male bear came out of thic…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Watch: Proud Pigs Square Off Against Bear During CT Altercation Watch: Proud Pigs Square Off Against Bear During CT Altercation
Watch: Proud Pigs Square Off Against Bear During CT Altercation A brand-new video shows two pigs fighting a black bear that crawled into their pen in Connecticut. WTNH, the ABC-TV affiliate in New Haven, published the video on Friday, March 18, which was sent from the owner of the pigs in the Litchfield County town of New Milford. The Ring camera footage shows the pigs fighting and chasing away a black bear after the bear crawled into their pen. The owner, Kevin David, told the news outlet the pigs are doing well and he believes the bear is a cub. Watch the full video on the WTNH YouTube channel.

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by Nicole Valinote
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New Sighting Of 'Bear 211' Reported In Fairfield County New Sighting Of 'Bear 211' Reported In Fairfield County
New Sighting Of 'Bear 211' Reported In Fairfield County A black bear taking a summer stroll in Fairfield County made the most of a neighbor’s amenities as it took in the sights over the weekend. A Town of Fairfield woman living in the Greenfield Hill neighborhood shared photos of “Bear 211” who had previously been tagged, as it made the rounds for approximately 45 minutes in the family’s backyard at around 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 24. Related story - Police Urge Caution After Black Bear Sightings In Fairfield County During its visit, the bear sauntered up to her children, getting within approximately 20 feet of them before they were us…

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by Zak Failla
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Black Bear Visiting Homes, Touching Residents In Fairfield County Town Black Bear Visiting Homes, Touching Residents In Fairfield County Town
Black Bear Visiting Homes, Touching Residents In Fairfield County Town One pesky black bear seems to have made himself at home in one Fairfield County town, even walking up to people and sitting in their sunrooms. Police in Westport, said they began receiving calls on Wednesday, June 23, of multiple sightings of the bear in the northern part of town, said Westport PD Lt. David Wolf. Westport Police officers as well as the animal control officer responded to a home on Highland Road around 2:30 p.m., on a report of a bear in the yard. After it departed that location, it went to a second home on the same road and reportedly put his paw on an individual…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Separate Bear Sightings Reported In Northern Westchester Hamlet Separate Bear Sightings Reported In Northern Westchester Hamlet
Separate Bear Sightings Reported In Northern Westchester Hamlet A black bear gave some residents in Northern Westchester a quick scare as it made the rounds through an otherwise quiet neighborhood last week. A Sunset Drive resident in Armonk reported a black bear that was lounging in a tree shortly after 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 13, the North Castle Police Department said, with an officer confirming the bear sighting upon arrival to the home. The bear then was spotted walking to a neighboring home and then off into the woods before the officer lost sight of the animal. In response to the initial sighting, an alert was issued by police to stay clear of th…

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by Zak Failla
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Man Injured By Black Bear While Checking Noise Outside Home In Upstate NY Man Injured By Black Bear While Checking Noise Outside Home In Upstate NY
Man Injured By Black Bear While Checking Noise Outside Home In Upstate NY A New York man was injured by a black bear after going outside to see what was in his garbage can. The attack happened around 11 p.m., Friday, June 4 in Sullivan County in the hamlet of Rock Hill. The homeowner heard a noise near the trash containers, went outside, and was reportedly scratched by the bear, said officials with the state Department of Environmental Conservation. The man received mild injuries but was transported to the hospital for treatment, the Sullivan County Sheriff's Office said. DEC is reminding residents to use caution when in the area of a black bear. They offered t…

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
Fairfield County Town Sees Increase In Bear Sightings, Police Say Fairfield County Town Sees Increase In Bear Sightings, Police Say
Fairfield County Town Sees Increase In Bear Sightings, Police Say A Fairfield County town is warning residents of multiple black bear sightings in the area. On Sunday, May 31, there were multiple black bear sightings reported in the northern section of Westport. The bear was first reported to be in the area of Weathervane Hill and then was seen by Earthplace which is located off Woodside Lane, said Westport Police Lt. David Wolf. Later that day, the bear was observed at the Westport/Weston YMCA, and in the early evening, there were additional sightings on Weston Road.  Westport Animal Control believes that it was the same b…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Moose On Loose At UConn Campus Signals Beginning Of Birthing Season Moose On Loose At UConn Campus Signals Beginning Of Birthing Season
Moose On Loose At UConn Campus Signals Beginning Of Birthing Season After a moose was spotted on the UConn campus, Connecticut’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection is advising motorists to be watchful of increased deer and moose activity along roadways. The moose was spotted strolling the streets in Mansfield and later on the campus in Storrs on Saturday, May 8. DEEP says the sign of the moose out and about is normal as the months of May and June mark the birthing period for deer and moose.  DEEP’s Wildlife Division urges motorists to be aware during this period of activity and also slow down and drive defensively should a large animal,…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Large Bear Killed After Being Struck By Two Vehicles In Connecticut Large Bear Killed After Being Struck By Two Vehicles In Connecticut
Large Bear Killed After Being Struck By Two Vehicles In Connecticut A large black bear was killed after being hit by two vehicles on Route 202 in Connecticut. The crash took place around 9:30 p.m., Friday, May 30, in Litchfield County, on Route 202 in the Town of Litchfield, near the Torrington line, said Will Healy with the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. There were no major injuries to the drivers of the vehicles, the bear was deceased upon DEEP EnCon Police arriving at the scene, Healy said. The bear was untagged and uncollared, estimated to be between 175-200 pounds. Related story: Three Hospitalized After Moose Struck,…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Man, Dog Bitten By Bear While Walking Connecticut Trail Man, Dog Bitten By Bear While Walking Connecticut Trail
Man, Dog Bitten By Bear While Walking Connecticut Trail A man and one of his dogs were bitten by a bear in Connecticut over the weekend in Hartford County.  Simsbury Police Sgt. Brad Chase said that at approximately 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, July 5, a man was walking his three dogs in the McLean Game Refuge off Firetown Road when they encountered a bear. Chase said that the bear bit the dog, and while attempting to intervene, he too was bitten in the leg by the bear. The man sought medical attention and was treated for the non-life-threatening injury. During the incident, one of the dogs, a 50-pound golden retriever named Lucy, got loose, thou…

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by Zak Failla
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Multiple Black Bear Sightings Reported In Westport Multiple Black Bear Sightings Reported In Westport
Multiple Black Bear Sightings Reported In Westport There have been multiple new black bear sightings reported as the weather continues to warm up. The Westport Police Department said that on Monday, June 29, it received multiple reports of black bears making the rounds in the northern section of town. Police said that at least one bear cub and one large male bear were spotted by local residents. The bears were not acting aggressively, and seemed to be acting normally. The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Wildlife Division (DEEP) was notified. 
“Black bears are becoming increasingly common in Connecticut,” pol…

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by Zak Failla
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It's A Bear Fact: More Sightings Reported, Including One Taking Stroll At A Cemetery It's A Bear Fact: More Sightings Reported, Including One Taking Stroll At A Cemetery
It's A Bear Fact: More Sightings Reported, Including One Taking Stroll At A Cemetery They're here, there - everywhere. At least it seems that way. After all, in the span of just a few days, there have been more than a half dozen reported black bear sightings in the area. Including at a golf course. And now, even a cemetery. Police in Westchester responded on Friday, June 12 as a bear strolled through St. Mary's Cemetery in Rye Brook. (See first image above.) On Sunday morning, June 14, a Northern Westchester family observed a pair of bears on the front lawn. (See second images above.) On Thursday, June 11, a large black bear was spotted at the Maple Moor Golf Cour…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Injured Miniature Horse Likely Attacked By Black Bear In Wilton Injured Miniature Horse Likely Attacked By Black Bear In Wilton
Injured Miniature Horse Likely Attacked By Black Bear In Wilton State wildlife officials believe a miniature horse may have been attacked by a black bear due to the nature of the injuries. The incident was reported in Fairfield County on Wednesday, May 20, when a Wilton resident called the police department to report the attack, said Wilton Police Lt. Robert Kluk. Wilton Animal Control, as well as an officer from the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), responded to the home on Kellogg Drive and determined the horse had been attacked sometime during the overnight hours. "It was determined from the wounds to the animal that it…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Video: Watch This Area Bear Sighting Video: Watch This Area Bear Sighting
Video: Watch This Area Bear Sighting One of the first bear sightings of the New Year has been reported in the area. It happened on Wednesday, Jan. 8 near the Putnam County/Dutchess border where a Pawling resident received a surprise when she checked her home's surveillance camera feed and found an unexpected visitor: a black bear. In the video, the bear can be seen activating security lights, making the rounds, investigating the backyard before taking off from the driveway of the home into a nearby wooded area without incident. The new sighting comes after several throughout the area late last year. According to environment …

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by Zak Failla
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Multiple Bear Sightings Reported In Fairfield County Multiple Bear Sightings Reported In Fairfield County
Multiple Bear Sightings Reported In Fairfield County Bear sightings are on the rise in Fairfield County as the animals prepare for their pre-hibernation feeding frenzy with winter coming. Animal Control officials in Monroe reported that there were multiple sightings of presumably the same bear on Tuesday, Oct. 8, that had yellow ear tags on Route 111. The black bear was spotted multiple times in Monroe, last seen making its way toward the railroad bed in the direction of Route 34. According to the Department of Environmental Conservation, “though rarely seen by most, black bears are valued by hunters, photographers, and wildlife watchers. “…

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by Zak Failla
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Wine & Food Fest To Bring Thousands To Putnam County Wine & Food Fest To Bring Thousands To Putnam County
Wine & Food Fest To Bring Thousands To Putnam County Organizers expect thousands to come to the region for the popular two-day Putnam County Wine & Food Fest. Hudson Valley wines, spirits, cider, food, and crafts vendors are the highlights of the event being held at Cold Spring Mayor's Park in Cold Spring Saturday, Aug. 11 to Sunday, Aug. 12. Vendors include Black Bear, Lakeland, Warwick Valley Winery & Distillery, Black Button Distilling, Olde York Farm Distillery & Cooperage, Union Grove Distillery, Master Asador BBQ, Octavio’s Food Wagon, Two Dogs Hotdogs, Finger Lake Harvest, Reggae Boy Cafe, Pizza A Legna, Kisco Sweets & …

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by Donna Christopher
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Bear Spotted In Danbury Backyard Taking An Evening Stroll Bear Spotted In Danbury Backyard Taking An Evening Stroll
Bear Spotted In Danbury Backyard Taking An Evening Stroll Some area residents had an unexpected visitor when a black bear took a tour of their neighborhood. The bear strolled through several yards in Danbury at approximately 8 p.m. on Monday, July 1, taking in the lay of the land before heading back into the woods. The bear was spotted in the Aunt Hack neighborhood by several residents who were able to get a glimpse and photo of the bear. According to Connecticut DEEP, "Black bears are becoming increasingly common in Connecticut as the population continues to grow and expand. Reports of bear sightings, even in heavily populated residential areas…

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by Zak Failla
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This Black Bear Is Everywhere: Multiple Sightings In North Salem, Purdys This Black Bear Is Everywhere: Multiple Sightings In North Salem, Purdys
This Black Bear Is Everywhere: Multiple Sightings In North Salem, Purdys A black bear seems to be everywhere in North Salem and Purdys these days from the golf course to an elementary school and a resident's backyard. North Salem Police Chief Thomas Howley said the sightings began on Sunday, May 26, when a black bear was seen at the PQ Golf Club off Bloomer Road. On Monday, May 27, the bear was spotted at Purdys' Field around 8 a.m., and was spotted later in the day on Whitter Hill in Purdys, the chief said. The bear apparently took a day of rest on On Tuesday, May 28, because no reports were called in, but on Wednesday, May 29, it was spotted again on 1st…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Bear Sightings On Rise In Connecticut, Newly Released Stats Show Bear Sightings On Rise In Connecticut, Newly Released Stats Show
Bear Sightings On Rise In Connecticut, Newly Released Stats Show Residents in Connecticut could only grin and bear it in 2018, as the number of black bear sightings reported in the state reached a new high. From Jan. 9 through Dec. 12 last year, the Connecticut State Department of Energy and Environmental Protection reported that there were 8,936 sightings, up more than 1,200 from the 7,674 sightings in 2017. According to the DEEP, “black bears are impressive animals. Even a long-distance glimpse of one foraging in woodland is an unforgettable experience for most outdoor enthusiasts. However, glimpsing a bear in Connecticut was once unlikely because bear…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
New Black Bear Sighting: This One Is A Real Night Owl New Black Bear Sighting: This One Is A Real Night Owl
New Black Bear Sighting: This One Is A Real Night Owl There have been no shortage of black bear sightings throughout the area of late. Nearly all, though, have come during the day. But this weekend, we have received word of a bear who's a real night owl - so to speak. A family in Dutchess County tells us the bear has made back-to-back evening visits the last two days. The first came Thursday, Oct. 4 at about 7:30 p.m. at the residence on Gold Road in Stormville. (See photos above.) The bear must have felt at home because it came by again last night, Friday, Oct. 5. Stormville is about seven miles due north of Kent, where last weekend a lar…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Bear Struck, Killed On Merritt Parkway Bear Struck, Killed On Merritt Parkway
Bear Struck, Killed On Merritt Parkway Another black bear has been struck and killed by a vehicle, this time on the Merritt Parkway in Greenwich.Greenwich Police confirmed they had received a call regarding the bear on the side of the roadway near Exit 31 and referred the matter to state police. The bear was apparently struck Friday evening, with calls to authorities beginning on Saturday. Last week, a bear was hit and killed by a vehicle on I-84 in Newtown. There were minor injuries during that incident.  According to the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, it's not uncommon for black bears to be along the…

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by Kathy Reakes