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'Hate! Him!' Richard Gere Under Fire From Paul Simon's Daughter For Selling Her Former CT Home 'Hate! Him!' Richard Gere Under Fire From Paul Simon's Daughter For Selling Her Former CT Home
'Hate! Him!' Richard Gere Under Fire From Paul Simon's Daughter For Selling Her Former CT Home "Pretty Woman" star Richard Gere's decision to sell his Connecticut estate that once belonged to famed singer-songwriter Paul Simon has irked Simon's daughter enough to wish a curse upon him. Why such vitriol from the 30-year-old daughter of one half of the legendary duo Simon & Garfunkel? According to an Instagram story posted on Tuesday, July 8, by Lulu Simon, Gere promised to "take care of the land as condition of his purchase."  This was particularly important to Simon, who has followed her dad into the music business, as her childhood pets are buried on the 32-acre property, l…

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Meet Chuck Adams, The CT Singer Going Viral After Blowing Away 'AGT' Judges Meet Chuck Adams, The CT Singer Going Viral After Blowing Away 'AGT' Judges
Meet Chuck Adams, The CT Singer Going Viral After Blowing Away 'AGT' Judges Chuck Adams refused to let broken record deals or long odds silence his voice.  The 40-year-old singer from Connecticut stepped onto the “America’s Got Talent” stage with only an acoustic guitar, but he carried years of hard lessons and one unstoppable supporter: his mother, Betty. “I’ve been singing my whole adult life," he said. "Have I let my dream go, as far as, being an artist? Maybe. That’s what this opportunity is about for me.”  It was Betty who nudged him for a decade to try out for "AGT," and she was right to have pushed him all along, judging by the standing ovation he received.…

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by Josh Lanier
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CT Author Wally Lamb Picked For Oprah’s Book Club — Again CT Author Wally Lamb Picked For Oprah’s Book Club — Again
CT Author Wally Lamb Picked For Oprah’s Book Club — Again Norwich native Wally Lamb has once again caught the attention of Oprah Winfrey. Lamb’s new New York Times best-selling novel, "The River Is Waiting," is the latest pick for Oprah’s Book Club.  Winfrey announced the selection during her podcast last week. The novel tells the story of a father named Corby Ledbetter. "New fatherhood, the loss of his job, and a growing secret addiction have thrown his marriage to his beloved Emily into a tailspin," publisher Simon and Schuster wrote in the abstract.  It becomes the 115th title in her long-running book club, and the third novel fr…

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by Josh Lanier
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Connecticut Senator Stranded In Iraq Amid Middle East Chaos Returns: 'Grateful To Be Home' Connecticut Senator Stranded In Iraq Amid Middle East Chaos Returns: 'Grateful To Be Home'
Connecticut Senator Stranded In Iraq Amid Middle East Chaos Returns: 'Grateful To Be Home' A Connecticut Senator is back in the US after being stuck for days in Iraq amid the ongoing tensions and attacks in the Middle East. Sen. Saud Anwar, who represents the state's 3rd District, confirmed that he safely returned to Boston Logan Airport on Saturday, June 14, days after posting a video about the airline shutdown in the region. "Feeling incredibly blessed to be back home in the United States," Anwar posted on Facebook. "A heartfelt thank you to everyone who reached out through emails, texts, voice messages, social media, and your prayers.  "Your love and support have truly lifted…

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Waterbury School Bus With Students Involved In Crash Waterbury School Bus With Students Involved In Crash
Waterbury School Bus With Students Involved In Crash A bus loaded with students crashed in Waterbury on Tuesday morning, June 10.  The crash was reported around 8:30 a.m. in the area of 571 Highland Ave., as the bus was making its way to Rotella Magnet School, Waterbury police said. It's unclear what caused the crash or who is at fault, but police said none of the students on board were injured. The driver of the other vehicle sustained minor wounds, and paramedics took them to an area hospital for treatment.  Police are investigating the cause of the crash.

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by Josh Lanier
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Reality Bites: Greenwich Restaurant Hosts Watch Party For ‘Jersey Shore’ Cameo Reality Bites: Greenwich Restaurant Hosts Watch Party For ‘Jersey Shore’ Cameo
Reality Bites: Greenwich Restaurant Hosts Watch Party For ‘Jersey Shore’ Cameo Jersey may have the boardwalk, but tonight, Greenwich has the drama. Constantino’s Pasta Bowls, located at 160 Hamilton Avenue, is hosting a watch party for the second episode of the new season of "Jersey Shore Family Vacation."  The restaurant played host to the show's cameras back in September when the cast stopped by after supporting Vinny Guadagnino’s comedy show in Stamford. That visit will be featured in episode 2 of the show’s eighth season, airing Thursday, June 5, at 8 p.m. To celebrate, Constantino’s is inviting fans to make dinner reservations, grab a table, and watch the e…

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Ellen Pompeo Detained By TSA For More Than An Hour Over Her Snack: 'Is This A Joke?' Ellen Pompeo Detained By TSA For More Than An Hour Over Her Snack: 'Is This A Joke?'
Ellen Pompeo Detained By TSA For More Than An Hour Over Her Snack: 'Is This A Joke?' Ellen Pompeo says she was detained for more than an hour at an airport and subjected to a bomb screening all because of a snack she tried to bring on board. The Everett, Massachusetts native and “Grey’s Anatomy” star told Travel + Leisure this week that in March, TSA agents detained her for over an hour, and a bomb squad had to clear her before she could board her flight. Related: TSA Shakes Up Airport Security Rules — What Travelers Should Know What triggered such an intense response from airport security? A bag of organic sunflower seeds. "I had a bag of sunflower seeds, like organ…

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$6.5M Buys 116-Year-Old Greenwich Mansion — With Private Island, Boats, Stunning Views $6.5M Buys 116-Year-Old Greenwich Mansion — With Private Island, Boats, Stunning Views
$6.5M Buys 116-Year-Old Greenwich Mansion — With Private Island, Boats, Stunning Views Looking for waterfront living with a twist? A stunning home along Long Island Sound that once belonged to a Broadway star is now for sale. It offers a rare chance to own a piece of the Connecticut coast, complete with its own island that you can name.  Built in 1909, the 2,800-square-foot home sits on Rich Island in Greenwich. The half-acre of land is shaded by mature trees and surrounded by breathtaking views of the Sound. The owner can use one of the two boats moored on the private dock that comes with the $6.5 million property to get a closer look.  The property sits o…

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Dave Portnoy Breaks His Golden Rule In Latest Pizza Review Meltdown: 'Am I Getting Soft?' Dave Portnoy Breaks His Golden Rule In Latest Pizza Review Meltdown: 'Am I Getting Soft?'
Dave Portnoy Breaks His Golden Rule In Latest Pizza Review Meltdown: 'Am I Getting Soft?' It's one bite. Everybody knows the rules.  But Dave Portnoy broke it in his latest "One Bite Pizza Review" after fearing that a Boston pizzeria didn't get a fair chance because of a line cutter and excessive "box time." It was such a break from form that the Barstool Sports' El Presidente began to question if he'd gotten "too soft" and sparked an existential crashout on the sidewalk.  This all began when Portnoy reviewed Boston's Pizzeria Rustico, located near the TD Garden. That prime location had him excited for a solid slice. But the restaurant's cramped kitchen and a man cutti…

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Iconic CT Hotel Hits Market With No Strings Attached Iconic CT Hotel Hits Market With No Strings Attached
Iconic CT Hotel Hits Market With No Strings Attached A major piece of downtown Hartford real estate is officially up for grabs.  The Capitol Hotel, a nine-story, 96-room property located directly across from Union Station, is being offered for sale with no brand or management ties, making it a blank canvas for new owners. The Capitol Hotel sits at 424-440 Asylum Street and 22 Union Place, right at the edge of the city’s transportation heart, within walking distance of trains and buses and minutes from I-91 and I-84. That access makes it ideal for any new owners considering converting the hotel into apartments or condos.  The hotel …

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Knife Fight At Waterbury High School, 11 Students Charged: Police Knife Fight At Waterbury High School, 11 Students Charged: Police
Knife Fight At Waterbury High School, 11 Students Charged: Police Multiple students were arrested after police said they got into a knife fight at a Waterbury high school on Wednesday, May 28.  The fight broke out just before noon at John F. Kennedy High School, 422 Highland Ave. The school resource officer, with help from other Waterbury police, broke up the attack, officials said.  Several students suffered minor injuries in the fight, but the school nurse was able to treat their wounds without further assistance, Waterbury police said.  In all, nine minor-aged boys and two underage girls were arrested and charged with various crimes, in…

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Person Arrested With Weapon Near CT High School: Reports Person Arrested With Weapon Near CT High School: Reports
Person Arrested With Weapon Near CT High School: Reports A person was arrested near New Britain High School on Friday, May 23, after being spotted with a weapon, according to authorities. The school's principal notified parents that the campus was placed on lockdown when officials saw a suspicious individual approaching the 110 Mill St. school, NBC Connecticut reported. The lockdown was lifted after police took the suspect into custody. A call to New Britain police seeking details about the suspect, the weapon, or their motives was not immediately returned. School officials told reporters that the school resumed a normal class schedule following…

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