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6-Year-Old Missing After Falling Into Housatonic River At Boat Ramp 6-Year-Old Missing After Falling Into Housatonic River At Boat Ramp
6-Year-Old Missing After Falling Into Housatonic River At Boat Ramp A 6-year-old boy who fell into the Housatonic River in Stratford remained missing late Wednesday after several hours of intense search efforts, authorities said. The child had been walking near the Birdseye Boat Ramp around 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, when he fell into the river, police said. A United Illuminating employee who saw the boy fall jumped into the water in an attempt to rescue the child, but was unable to reach him. The boy has not been seen since.  Police in Stratford, working in coordination with departments from Bridgeport, Fairfield, Westport, Shelton, Trumbull, Guil…

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by Josh Lanier
News
Comedian Matt Rife Becomes ‘Legal Guardian’ of Annabelle Doll, Monroe Family’s Haunted Items Comedian Matt Rife Becomes ‘Legal Guardian’ of Annabelle Doll, Monroe Family’s Haunted Items
Comedian Matt Rife Becomes ‘Legal Guardian’ of Annabelle Doll, Monroe Family’s Haunted Items Matt Rife is most well-known for his comedy chops. Now, he's dipping his toes into the horror genre. The comedian took to social media to announce that he and content creator Elton Castee have "officially purchased" the home and museum of the Warren family in Monroe, Connecticut, which includes their "entire haunted collection"  — as well as the infamous Annabelle doll. Rife made it official in what he dubbed an "INSANE ANNOUNCEMENT."  "I have officially purchased Ed and Lorraine Warren’s home and Occult Museum, including being the legal guardian for at least the next (five years…

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by Zak Failla
News
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Windham County How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Windham County
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Windham County A quick-moving Nor'easter brought accumulating snowfall throughout the region Sunday night, Jan. 19 into Monday morning, Jan 20. Here's a rundown of totals from the National Weather Service. New York Nassau County 2 ENE Roosevelt 4.1 inches 1018 PM 01/19 Public Syosset 4.0 inches 1000 PM 01/19 Trained Spotter East Williston 3.9 inches 1015 PM 01/19 Public 1 W Plainview 3.9 inches 1250 AM 01/20 Public 1 ESE East Meadow 3.8 inches 1117 PM 01/19 Trained Spotter 1 ENE Glen Cove 3.8 inches 0817 AM 01/20 Public  Sea Cliff 3.6 inches 1042 PM 01/19 Public Plainview 3.2 inches 081…

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by Joe Lombardi
Politics
CT Rep Announces Cancer Diagnosis, Offers Message Of Hope, Advocacy CT Rep Announces Cancer Diagnosis, Offers Message Of Hope, Advocacy
CT Rep Announces Cancer Diagnosis, Offers Message Of Hope, Advocacy A Connecticut state representative revealed this week, during the opening day of the legislative session, that he has been diagnosed with throat cancer. Rep. Tony Scott, a Republican from Monroe, announced his diagnosis on the House floor but expressed hopefulness, noting that he and his doctors have developed a treatment plan. Scott, 48, emphasized that he has never smoked. “I was lucky this was caught early, and my prognosis is a good one,” Scott said Wednesday, Jan. 8. “But it’s going to be a rough road during radiation and chemo. There I was, on Election Day, sitting for hours undergoin…

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by Josh Lanier
Police & Fire
Good Samaritan Pulls CT Driver From Burning Car After Crash Good Samaritan Pulls CT Driver From Burning Car After Crash
Good Samaritan Pulls CT Driver From Burning Car After Crash A Connecticut driver is likely alive today because of the quick thinking of a stranger, authorities said.  The two-car crash happened Saturday night, Jan. 4, on Purdy Hill Road near the intersection with Teller Road in Monroe around 7:15 p.m., firefighters said.  The crash crushed the doors of a sedan, trapping the driver inside as a small fire began to grow beneath the car.  Police did not ID the Good Samaritan, but the Monroe Sun reported them as Sean Wollenberg, who lived nearby on Teller Road, heard the crash, and ran to the scene to see if he could help.  The…

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by Josh Lanier
Obituaries
'Trusted Mentor, Loyal Friend': Community Grapples With Firefighter's Death 'Trusted Mentor, Loyal Friend': Community Grapples With Firefighter's Death
'Trusted Mentor, Loyal Friend': Community Grapples With Firefighter's Death A Connecticut community is preparing to bury one of its heroes after the longtime Fairfield County firefighter died earlier this week.  John "JB" Pyrek-Bennett, of Monroe, was just 55 when he died on Monday, Oct. 14, surrounded by his family at St. Vincent's Medical Center in Bridgeport, his obituary said. His wife of 29 years and three children survive him. Bennett spent his life giving back to his community, his family said. He served as assistant chief of the Glenbrook Fire Department in Stamford and was a lifetime member of the Monroe Volunteer Fire Department.…

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by Josh Lanier
Traffic
Busy Roadway Across CT Dam Reopens To Traffic After Flood Damage Repairs Busy Roadway Across CT Dam Reopens To Traffic After Flood Damage Repairs
Busy Roadway Across CT Dam Reopens To Traffic After Flood Damage Repairs Part of a busy roadway carrying traffic across a dam in Connecticut has been reopened after being damaged by severe flooding, officials announced.  Route 34 in the Fairfield County town of Monroe and New Haven County town of Oxford between Route 111 and Coppermine Road has been reopened after suffering damage from flooding on Sunday, Aug. 18, the Connecticut Department of Transportation announced on Tuesday, Aug. 27.  The stretch of road carries traffic over the Stevenson Dam on Lake Zoar.  Although traffic can now cross the dam, Route 34 remains closed between Coppermine Ro…

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by Ben Crnic
Police & Fire
Update Released On Condition Of 2-Year-Old Shot In Monroe Home Update Released On Condition Of 2-Year-Old Shot In Monroe Home
Update Released On Condition Of 2-Year-Old Shot In Monroe Home A 2-year-old boy who was shot twice in the hand and foot in his Fairfield County home is recovering, police said. Related: 2-Year-Old Shot At Home In Monroe The incident occurred in Monroe around 9:20 p.m., Tuesday, July 23, on Wheeler Road. According to Lt. Stephen Corrone of the Monroe Police Department, the child's mother attempted to take him to the hospital but called 911 on the way. Corrone said the child was transported to Bridgeport Hospital and then transferred to Yale New Haven Hospital, where he was listed in stable condition on Thursday, July 25. Police have not releas…

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
2-Year-Old Shot At Home In Monroe 2-Year-Old Shot At Home In Monroe
2-Year-Old Shot At Home In Monroe A 2-year-old boy underwent surgery after being shot in the hand and foot at a home in Fairfield County. The incident occurred in Monroe around 9:20 p.m., Tuesday, July 23, on Wheeler Road. According to Monroe Police Lt. Stephen Corrone, officers responded to the intersection of Route 110 and Osborn Lane for a medical emergency call. Upon arrival, officers found the 2-year-old with gunshot wounds with his mother, who had attempted to drive the child to a hospital when she called 911, Corrone said. Corrone said the boy was transported to Bridgeport Hospital and later transferred to Yal…

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by Kathy Reakes
News
Wayback Burgers To Hold Grand Opening For New Fairfield County Location Wayback Burgers To Hold Grand Opening For New Fairfield County Location
Wayback Burgers To Hold Grand Opening For New Fairfield County Location Do you feel like biting into a big burger and slurping down a hand-dipped milkshake?  Then head to Monroe, where a new Wayback Burgers will host its grand opening on Saturday, June 22, at 9:30 a.m. During the festivities, guests can enjoy a Buy One, Get One free classic burger in-restaurant. Entertainment will be on-site, and guests can also enter to win prizes, including Apple AirPods and a virtual reality headset. Wayback Burgers Known for their "cheesy burger," fries, tater tots, and hot dogs, the Monroe restaurant is owned by local Sonny Desai, who will present a $2,500 check to…

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by Kathy Reakes