Greenwich, CT
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Most Popular Fast-Food Chain Revealed For CT, Beyond Most Popular Fast-Food Chain Revealed For CT, Beyond
Most Popular Fast-Food Chain Revealed For CT, Beyond Craving burgers, fries, or fried chicken? A new study reveals the biggest fast-food chain in every state, and the rankings might surprise you. Tasting Table analyzed the most popular and widespread fast-food brands across the country, highlighting the go-to spots from coast to coast. The research ranks each state’s top chain based on store count and popularity. Here’s how the Northeast shakes out: New York: McDonald's  New Jersey: Dunkin’ Connecticut: Dunkin’ Pennsylvania: McDonald’s Massachusetts: Dunkin’ Maryland: McDonald’s Virginia: Chick-fil-A Accor…

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by Joe Lombardi
Darien, CT
Your Community
McGraw Family Day: Bluey Fun At Darien Library McGraw Family Day: Bluey Fun At Darien Library
McGraw Family Day: Bluey Fun At Darien Library Darien Library is lining up a Bluey-themed morning of crafts and storytime as part of its annual McGraw Family Day. On Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026, families can head to the library’s Community Room for Bluey arts and crafts from 10:30–11:15 a.m., followed by storytime and a surprise starting at 11:30 a.m. and running until noon. Register for McGraw Family Day here. Afterward, families can stick around for more activities such as snacks, extra crafts, and a bookplate dedication. According to Darien Library’s event listing, the program is for all ages and geared toward children and families…

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by Daily Voice
Wilton, CT
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WHS To Screen “The Hidden History Of Slavery In New York” WHS To Screen “The Hidden History Of Slavery In New York”
WHS To Screen “The Hidden History Of Slavery In New York” Wilton Historical Society will host a screening of The Hidden History of Slavery in New York on Thursday, Jan. 22, with Emmy Award-winning journalist Larry Epstein presenting the film and staying for a Q&A afterward. The 7 p.m. program is scheduled for 224 Danbury Rd. in Wilton. The admission is free for WHS members and $15 for non-members, according to the Wilton Historical Society’s Facebook post. Register now through the Wilton Historical Society website or by calling 203-762-7257. The documentary, the society said on their Facebook post, includes Equal Justice Initiative found…

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by Daily Voice
National Interest
These States Have Highest Flu Rates As Christmas Arrives: See Map These States Have Highest Flu Rates As Christmas Arrives: See Map
These States Have Highest Flu Rates As Christmas Arrives: See Map Flu season is ramping up across the country, with several states now experiencing severe or rising levels of illness, and a fast-spreading “super flu” variant is driving the surge.  The CDC’s latest FluView report for the week ending Saturday, Dec. 13, shows widespread influenza activity in nearly every region, with the Northeast and Mountain West hit especially hard. As of Monday, Dec. 16, the CDC estimated that flu cases are growing or likely growing in 47 states. According to the agency, “very high” flu activity has been detected in  New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Col…

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by Joe Lombardi
Milford, CT
Obituaries
Milford Mourns Death Of 'Champion Of The Vulnerable,' Compassionate Advocate For Others Milford Mourns Death Of 'Champion Of The Vulnerable,' Compassionate Advocate For Others
Milford Mourns Death Of 'Champion Of The Vulnerable,' Compassionate Advocate For Others Jamie Mullen Rude was larger than life, deeply kind, and endlessly welcoming. That sentiment echoed through the scores of memorial posts honoring the 69-year-old Milford community leader who died suddenly on Dec. 9. He is survived by his husband of 20 years, Walter Mullen Rude. A co-founder of Milford Pride and a longtime leader at the First United Church of Christ of Milford, Jamie Rude was a fierce advocate for change. Friends said he was driven to confront injustice wherever he saw it, fueled by what seemed like an inexhaustible well of energy. "Jamie was larger than life. Accomplished,…

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by Josh Lanier
Greenwich, CT
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Winter Wonderland Fills Greenwich Library With Holiday Fun Winter Wonderland Fills Greenwich Library With Holiday Fun
Winter Wonderland Fills Greenwich Library With Holiday Fun Greenwich Library hosted its Winter Wonderland day of events, offering festive activities, live music, and seasonal storytelling for all ages. In a message shared on Greenwich Library’s Facebook page, the library thanked everyone who attended and said the building stayed bustling as visitors took part in a wide mix of holiday-themed programs. The lineup included Cozy Tales & Snowflake Trails Storytime, along with a Winter Bling Bracelet activity. Children’s crafts centered on snowflake suncatchers and snowmen projects, while the Innovation Lab hosted a math-art pop-up focused on making …

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by Daily Voice
Brookfield, CT
Breaking News
Bethel Police Bust Driver In Fatal Pedestrian Hit-Run Crash Bethel Police Bust Driver In Fatal Pedestrian Hit-Run Crash
Bethel Police Bust Driver In Fatal Pedestrian Hit-Run Crash Three months after a fatal hit-and-run crash, Connecticut police say they have arrested the driver responsible. Andrew Hitchcock, 65, was charged with evading responsibility in a fatal accident stemming from a Sept. 22 crash in Bethel, authorities said. Bethel police officers found an injured man on the side of Nashville Road. Authorities have not released the victim’s name. While canvassing the area the following day, officers located a vehicle that matched the description of the car involved and showed damage consistent with the crash. Police later tested the vehicle and confirmed it wa…

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by Josh Lanier
Stafford, CT
Breaking News
Latest Update: Storm’s Biggest Snow Totals Reported In These CT Spots Latest Update: Storm’s Biggest Snow Totals Reported In These CT Spots
Latest Update: Storm’s Biggest Snow Totals Reported In These CT Spots Here's a rundown of snowfall accumulation reports compiled by the National Weather Service for the winter storm that arrived Saturday night, Dec. 13, and lasted until Sunday afternoon, Dec. 14. The highest snowfall amount came on Long Island: 8.5 inches in Commack. New York Manhattan Central Park 2.7 in 1 PM 12/14 Official NWS Obs Nassau County FARMINGDALE 8.0 IN 1200 PM 12/14 PUBLIC SSE PLAINEDGE 8.0 IN 1206 PM 12/14 TRAINED SPOTTER WSW UPPER BROOKVILLE 7.9 IN 1100 AM 12/14 PUBLIC WSW ELMONT 7.2 IN 1245 PM 12/14 …

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by Joe Lombardi
Stamford, CT
Breaking News
Police ID Handcuffed, Decomposed Body Found After Deadly Stamford Standoff As Questions Mount Police ID Handcuffed, Decomposed Body Found After Deadly Stamford Standoff As Questions Mount
Police ID Handcuffed, Decomposed Body Found After Deadly Stamford Standoff As Questions Mount Authorities say they have identified the body of a 79-year-old man found handcuffed and moldering inside a Stamford home following a fatal standoff earlier this month. Carmine Boccuzzi, who was renting a room at 263 Oaklawn Ave., has been identified as the decomposed body found inside, Stamford police said Dec. 10. The state Office of the Chief Medical Examiner ruled Boccuzzi's death a homicide. The office reported blunt impact injuries to the head and torso with gagging. Investigators identified Boccuzzi through DNA that matched a family member. When and why Boccuzzi was killed and who is…

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by Josh Lanier
Westbrook, CT
Breaking News
Westbrook Sex Offender Charged Again After Teen Reports New Sexual Assault Allegations: Police Westbrook Sex Offender Charged Again After Teen Reports New Sexual Assault Allegations: Police
Westbrook Sex Offender Charged Again After Teen Reports New Sexual Assault Allegations: Police A Connecticut sex offender is facing additional charges after a teenager accused him of sexual assault, authorities said. Joseph Dabrow, 68, of Westbrook, was charged with second-degree sexual assault and risk of injury to a child, Connecticut State Police said. Investigators said the case traces back to a juvenile who first came forward in 2021. Police said the teen reported that Dabrow had “sexually explicit conversations with the minor and also provided him with alcohol.” Those earlier claims led to charges of illegal delivery of alcohol to a minor and risk of injury to a minor. State p…

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by Josh Lanier
National Interest
Ex-Meriden Teacher Accused Of Repeatedly Sexually Assaulting Student: Police Ex-Meriden Teacher Accused Of Repeatedly Sexually Assaulting Student: Police
Ex-Meriden Teacher Accused Of Repeatedly Sexually Assaulting Student: Police A former Connecticut high school teacher has been accused of sexually assaulting a former student, authorities said. Ciara Picard, 39, was arrested and charged with five counts of sexual assault involving a former student of Maloney High School in Meriden, police announced on Tuesday, Dec. 9. Meriden police did not provide many details about the alleged abuse, but investigators said it happened "years ago" while Picard was still a teacher at the school. She resigned in August 2025, according to police. An email to Meriden police for more information was not immediately returned. The stude…

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by Josh Lanier
Norwalk, CT
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Norwalk Sex Offender Confesses After FBI Finds Thousands Of Child Porn In His Home: Feds Norwalk Sex Offender Confesses After FBI Finds Thousands Of Child Porn In His Home: Feds
Norwalk Sex Offender Confesses After FBI Finds Thousands Of Child Porn In His Home: Feds A Connecticut man who police say had thousands of images of child sexual abuse material in his home now faces a lengthy criminal sentence after a prior conviction for the same offense, authorities said. Rudolph Girdhari, 36, pleaded guilty in federal court to possession of child pornography this week after waiving his right to be indicted, the U.S. Attorney for Connecticut said. During an investigation in May 2024, agents tied an email to Girdhari that “was being used to access two child pornography trading networks on Wickr.” The FBI said its investigation focused on people trading child s…

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by Josh Lanier