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Veterans Day

Rocky Hill, CT
Lifestyle
Internet Roasts Rocky Hill Officer's 'Round Of Sausage' Faux Pas On 'Wheel Of Fortune' Internet Roasts Rocky Hill Officer's 'Round Of Sausage' Faux Pas On 'Wheel Of Fortune'
Internet Roasts Rocky Hill Officer's 'Round Of Sausage' Faux Pas On 'Wheel Of Fortune' A momentary lapse in judgment on "Wheel of Fortune" has turned a Connecticut police officer into the internet's latest obsession, garnering reactions from "Good Morning America" and thousands of people online.  Rocky Hill Student Resource Officer Will Jordan appeared on the Veteran's Day episode of the popular game show, but things didn't go as he had hoped.  Related: Rocky Hill Officer Appears On "Wheel Of Fortune," Steals The Show During one round, Will admits he got caught up in the moment and his mind went blank at the wrong time. When he went to solve the puzzle "Give Yourse…

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by Josh Lanier
Sterling, VA
Police & Fire
Nonprofit Pays Off Mortgage For Family Of Firefighter Killed In Virginia Home Explosion Nonprofit Pays Off Mortgage For Family Of Firefighter Killed In Virginia Home Explosion
Nonprofit Pays Off Mortgage For Family Of Firefighter Killed In Virginia Home Explosion Veteran's Day will be a memorable one for one Virginia family still reeling from the loss of volunteer firefighter Trevor Brown, who was killed in a home explosion earlier this year. This year, the nonprofit Tunnel to Towers Foundation announced it will be delivering 40 mortgage-free homes to Gold Star and fallen first responder families, including the Browns, following his death battling a blaze in February. On Friday, Feb. 16, crews were called to investigate a home explosion on Silver Ridge Drive in Sterling that left 11 first responders with significant injuries and caused $2.5 million …

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by Zak Failla
Rocky Hill, CT
News
Rocky Hill Police Officer Steals Show On ‘Wheel of Fortune’ With Bad Guess, Last-Second Heroics Rocky Hill Police Officer Steals Show On ‘Wheel of Fortune’ With Bad Guess, Last-Second Heroics
Rocky Hill Police Officer Steals Show On ‘Wheel of Fortune’ With Bad Guess, Last-Second Heroics A former US Coast Guard member and Connecticut school resource officer appeared on the Veteran's Day episode of "Wheel of Fortune." While he finished in third place, he had the most memorable moments on the game show.  Rocky Hill Police Officer Will Jordan took his turn at the wheel on Monday's episode, Nov. 11, where he walked away with $8,000 in prize money.  Related: Internet Roasts Rocky Hill Officer Following "Wheel Of Fortune" Faux Pas Jordan struggled with the puzzles throughout the game. He was in a position to answer three of them but misspoke one — reading "give yoursel…

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by Josh Lanier
Northern Highlands, NJ
Police & Fire
Multiple Route 17 Crashes Snarl Traffic Veterans Day In Waldwick, Ho-Ho-Kus Multiple Route 17 Crashes Snarl Traffic Veterans Day In Waldwick, Ho-Ho-Kus
Multiple Route 17 Crashes Snarl Traffic Veterans Day In Waldwick, Ho-Ho-Kus Multiple motor vehicle crashes early Monday, Nov. 11, created traffic delays for drivers along Route 17 in Bergen County.  According to incident reporter Boyd A. Loving, a series of crashes on both the northbound and southbound lanes led to backups and lane closures, as emergency crews worked to clear the roadway. On the northbound side, several collisions occurred just north of East Prospect Street. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, though multiple vehicles sustained damage and required removal by tow trucks.  Meanwhile, a southbound crash resulted in one person being tran…

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by Cecilia Levine
Lebanon, PA
News
Lebanon Transit Offers Free Rides For Veterans During Veterans Day Week Lebanon Transit Offers Free Rides For Veterans During Veterans Day Week
Lebanon Transit Offers Free Rides For Veterans During Veterans Day Week Veterans and active-duty service members in Lebanon County can ride fixed-route buses for free from Monday, Nov. 11, through Saturday, Nov. 16, in honor of Veterans Day, Lebanon Transit announced. Military riders in Lebanon County can travel at no cost on Lebanon Transit’s routes, simply by presenting a valid ID when boarding. To take advantage of the offer, eligible riders can show a variety of IDs, including a VA card, active-duty military card, retired military ID, a driver’s license with a veteran logo, or a DD214 discharge form. The week-long promotion aims to honor the service of lo…

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by Jillian Pikora
Ossining, NY
News
Weekend Ferry Service Between Ossining, Rockland Off To Great Start With Increased Ridership Weekend Ferry Service Between Ossining, Rockland Off To Great Start With Increased Ridership
Weekend Ferry Service Between Ossining, Rockland Off To Great Start With Increased Ridership Months after the launch of a weekend ferry service between Westchester and Rockland counties, ridership is only going up, officials announced.  Since weekend service on the Haverstraw-Ossining Ferry was started in May, ridership numbers have continued to climb each month, MTA officials announced on Wednesday, July 31.  According to the MTA, ridership in July reached an average of 455 trips a day on the weekend compared to 240 trips a day in May. Additionally, a record of 822 trips was set on Sunday, July 21, officials said. Weekend service on the route was launched in May to…

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by Ben Crnic
Stamford, CT
Schools
Stamford School District Causes Controversy By Removing 2 Scheduled Holidays Stamford School District Causes Controversy By Removing 2 Scheduled Holidays
Stamford School District Causes Controversy By Removing 2 Scheduled Holidays A Connecticut school board's decision to remove two holidays that have traditionally given students a day off has sparked debate amongst community members, according to a report by ABC 7 New York.  The controversy began in Fairfield County following the Stamford School Board's decision to remove Veterans Day and Columbus Day from their calendar, which means students will not have them off for the next two years, according to an ABC7 report from Friday, Jan. 26.  Board members, who passed the decision in a 5-3 motion, have defended the decision by saying students should remain in s…

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by Ben Crnic
Franklin Township, NJ
News
Traffic Nightmare: Portions Of Route 78 Closed For $28M Repair Project Veteran's Day Traffic Nightmare: Portions Of Route 78 Closed For $28M Repair Project Veteran's Day
Traffic Nightmare: Portions Of Route 78 Closed For $28M Repair Project Veteran's Day It's going to be a Veteran's Day filled with congestion and delays on Route 78 Eastbound in Somerset County, the New Jersey Department Of Transportation announced. The left lane on the eastbound side will be closed from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m, on Saturday, Nov. 11 as construction continues on a bridge deck project.   The lanes will be closed before the Routes 78/287 interchange split with one through lane maintained. All Route 78 eastbound traffic will be directed to stay right, as the left two lanes over the temporary bridge in the median will be closed to make repai…

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by Sam Barron
Worcester, MA
News
5,000 Flags Left On Veteran's Graves In Worcester Cemetery Ahead Of Memorial Day 5,000 Flags Left On Veteran's Graves In Worcester Cemetery Ahead Of Memorial Day
5,000 Flags Left On Veteran's Graves In Worcester Cemetery Ahead Of Memorial Day More than 150 volunteers paid tribute to American heroes by leaving 5,000 flags on veterans' graves at St. John's Cemetery in Worcester on Wednesday, May 24, in preparation for Veteran's Day on Monday.  Volunteers included members of the Worcester County Sheriff's Office, Civil Air Patrol, Blue Star Mothers of America, Worcester County Reserve Deputy Sheriff’s Association, East Side Post 201 American Legion, and Main South Post 341.  Unbelievable display of PATRIOTISM today at St John's Cemetery. 🇺🇸Over 150 volunteers from the WCRDSA, WCSO, East Side Post 201, Blue Star Mothers of Ameri…

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by Josh Lanier
Arlington, VA
Weather
Fast-Moving Nicole Makes Landfall, Now Headed Toward Northeast With Drenching Rain, Gusty Winds Fast-Moving Nicole Makes Landfall, Now Headed Toward Northeast With Drenching Rain, Gusty Winds
Fast-Moving Nicole Makes Landfall, Now Headed Toward Northeast With Drenching Rain, Gusty Winds Fast-moving Tropical Storm Nicole is barreling toward the Northeast after making landfall overnight south of Vero Beach, Florida as a Category 1 hurricane. Packed with maximum sustained winds of around 70 miles per hour with higher gusts, it's moving northwest at about 14 miles per hour. About 100,000 Floridians were left without power around the time Nicole made landfall at 3 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 10. Nicole's center is expected to move across central and northern Florida and make a second landfall along the Florida Panhandle before moving into southern Georgia Thursday and across the Carol…

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by Joe Lombardi
Massapequa, NY
Weather
Fast-Moving Nicole Makes Landfall, Now Headed Toward Northeast With Drenching Rain, Gusty Winds Fast-Moving Nicole Makes Landfall, Now Headed Toward Northeast With Drenching Rain, Gusty Winds
Fast-Moving Nicole Makes Landfall, Now Headed Toward Northeast With Drenching Rain, Gusty Winds Fast-moving Tropical Storm Nicole is barreling toward the Northeast after making landfall overnight south of Vero Beach, Florida as a Category 1 hurricane. Packed with maximum sustained winds of around 70 miles per hour with higher gusts, it's moving northwest at about 14 miles per hour. About 100,000 Floridians were left without power around the time Nicole made landfall at 3 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 10. Nicole's center is expected to move across central and northern Florida and make a second landfall along the Florida Panhandle before moving into southern Georgia Thursday and across the Carol…

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by Joe Lombardi
White Plains, NY
Weather
Here's Timing For Cold Front Bringing Change To Region, Latest On Storm Brewing In Atlantic Here's Timing For Cold Front Bringing Change To Region, Latest On Storm Brewing In Atlantic
Here's Timing For Cold Front Bringing Change To Region, Latest On Storm Brewing In Atlantic There will be one more day of a springlike stretch of weather before a cold front moves through the region followed by potential impacts from a storm system developing in the Atlantic. The high temperature on Monday, Nov. 7 will reach the mid-70s under mainly sunny skies before the front moves across the region during the day, according to the National Weather Service. "However the colder air won't start to filter into the area until late afternoon and evening," the weather service said. The front will bring temperatures back to more seasonable levels on Election Day on Tuesday, Nov…

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by Joe Lombardi
Arlington, VA
Weather
Cold Front Will Bring Change In Weather Pattern As New Storm System Develops In Atlantic Cold Front Will Bring Change In Weather Pattern As New Storm System Develops In Atlantic
Cold Front Will Bring Change In Weather Pattern As New Storm System Develops In Atlantic A springlike stretch of weather will finally come to an end as a cold front moves through the region followed by potential impacts from a storm system developing in the Atlantic. The cold front is gradually approaching on Sunday, Nov. 6, and will move through on Monday, Nov. 7, according to the National Weather Service. Before the front pushes through, high temperatures will rise into the 70s on both Sunday and Monday.  On Sunday, there will be light showers at times, especially in areas farther west, said the weather service, which noted that the chance of showers will expand overnig…

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by Joe Lombardi
White Plains, NY
Weather
Cold Front Will Bring Change In Weather Pattern As New Storm System Develops In Atlantic Cold Front Will Bring Change In Weather Pattern As New Storm System Develops In Atlantic
Cold Front Will Bring Change In Weather Pattern As New Storm System Develops In Atlantic A springlike stretch of weather will finally come to an end as a cold front moves through the region followed by potential impacts from a storm system developing in the Atlantic. The cold front is gradually approaching on Sunday, Nov. 6, and will move through on Monday, Nov. 7, according to the National Weather Service. Before the front pushes through, high temperatures will rise into the 70s on both Sunday and Monday.  On Sunday, there will be light showers at times, especially in areas farther west, said the weather service, which noted that the chance of showers will expand overnig…

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by Joe Lombardi
Darien, CT
Weather
Here's Latest Time Frame For Storm System Bringing Heavy Rain, Gusty Winds To Region Here's Latest Time Frame For Storm System Bringing Heavy Rain, Gusty Winds To Region
Here's Latest Time Frame For Storm System Bringing Heavy Rain, Gusty Winds To Region A storm system will bring locally heavy rain and gusty winds to the region, ending a dry weather pattern in the region. The time frame for the storm is late Thursday night, Nov. 11 into early Friday afternoon, Nov. 12. The storm could cause poor drainage and urban flooding, including during the Friday morning commute, the National Weather Service said. It will be precipitation-free during the morning and afternoon on Veterans Day, Thursday, Nov. 11 with partly sunny skies and a high temperature in the upper 50s. The arrival of the storm system will bring widespread rain to the region…

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by Joe Lombardi
Lakewood, NJ
News
New Wawa Store Opens On Jersey Shore New Wawa Store Opens On Jersey Shore
New Wawa Store Opens On Jersey Shore There's a new Wawa store coming to the Jersey Shore. Thursday marks the grand opening of the sixth Wawa store in Brick. To recognize Veterans Day, all retired veterans will be treated to free coffee and coffee toast. The new store, with gas pumps, is located at 1902 Route 88. As part of the celebration there is an outdoor ribbon-cutting ceremony planned at 9 a.m. It will feature local officials, charitable contributions and a recognition of local heroes.  There also will be a "Hoagies for Heroes" hoagie building competition between first responders from Brick Township Police Departm…

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by Jon Craig
Darien, CT
Weather
Coast-To-Coast System Will Bring Widespread Rain, Possible Storms To Region Coast-To-Coast System Will Bring Widespread Rain, Possible Storms To Region
Coast-To-Coast System Will Bring Widespread Rain, Possible Storms To Region A rare coast-to-coast storm will end what has been a quiet weather pattern in the region. The time frame for the storm is late Thursday night, Nov. 11 into early Friday afternoon, Nov. 12. Mild temperatures will continue on Wednesday, Nov. 10, which will be a partly cloudy day with a high temperature in the low to mid 60s. Fair weather and slightly cooler temperatures are expected for Wednesday night through Veterans Day on Thursday. The overnight low will be in the mid to upper 30s. Thursday morning will start with areas of frost in parts of the region. The high temperature will be in th…

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by Joe Lombardi
Paterson, NJ
News
Charges Filed In Auto Death Of Beloved Clifton Icon Charges Filed In Auto Death Of Beloved Clifton Icon
Charges Filed In Auto Death Of Beloved Clifton Icon Grieving loved ones prepared to bury a beloved Clifton icon as authorities announced that charges had been filed against the driver who struck and killed 81-year-old "marathon man" Marinus Lalumia. The driver, Ibrahim Jadallah, 21, remained held in the Passaic County Jail pending a first appearance Thursday in Central Judicial Processing Court in Paterson, authorities announced.  He's charged with death by auto, otherwise known as vehicular manslaughter, they said. Jadallah was behind the wheel of a speeding 2017 Honda HR-V that struck Lalumia as he crossed Hazel Street, a few doors down …

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by Jerry DeMarco
Hyde Park, NY
News
Dutchess Roadway Renamed In Honor Of Service By Veterans Dutchess Roadway Renamed In Honor Of Service By Veterans
Dutchess Roadway Renamed In Honor Of Service By Veterans Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed legislation on Veterans Day naming the portion of Route 9 that runs through the Town of Wappinger  the "Wappinger Veterans Memorial Highway." "Veterans Day gives us time every year to honor those who have dedicated their lives to protect our nation, as well as reflect on the meaning of a life in service," Governor Cuomo said in a statement on Wednesday, Nov. 11. "By renaming the portion of the State highway system in Dutchess County, we are showing our appreciation for the sacrifice these brave service members and their families have made, as well as honoring th…

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by Christina Coulter
Kingston, NY
Business
COVID-19: Convenience Store Closes After Employee Tests Positive In Hudson Valley COVID-19: Convenience Store Closes After Employee Tests Positive In Hudson Valley
Covid-19: Convenience Store Closes After Employee Tests Positive In Hudson Valley A convenience store in the Hudson Valley was forced to close early on Veterans Day after learning that an employee tested positive for COVID-19. Cumberland Farms, located in Orange County on Route 17M in Monroe, was forced to close at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 11 after receiving confirmation of a team member getting infected with the virus. Officials from Cumberland Farms issued a statement following the confirmation, and announced that they are taking “all appropriate steps, and following guidance from local health officials." The building is being cleaned and sanitized by industrial clea…

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by Zak Failla
Mount Pleasant, NY
Weather
Super Soaker: Heavy Rain Will Sweep Through Region Leading To Cooler Temperatures Super Soaker: Heavy Rain Will Sweep Through Region Leading To Cooler Temperatures
Super Soaker: Heavy Rain Will Sweep Through Region Leading To Cooler Temperatures A long stretch of dry, warmer-than-average weather will come to an end as a cold front sweeps through the region, bringing in rain, which will be heavy at times, followed by cooler temperatures. Veterans Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11 will be cloudy with temperatures staying above average, with the upper 60s.  The rain should begin by mid-afternoon Wednesday and continue through the evening, with downpours that could cause flooding possible at times. Rain and showers will linger overnight and into Thursday, Nov. 12, which will be a colder and raw day with the high temperature in the mid 50…

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by Joe Lombardi
Mount Pleasant, NY
Weather
Arriving Cold Front Will Bring Periods Of Rain, Big Change In Weather Pattern Arriving Cold Front Will Bring Periods Of Rain, Big Change In Weather Pattern
Arriving Cold Front Will Bring Periods Of Rain, Big Change In Weather Pattern The spring fling of sunny skies and warmer-than-average temperatures is about to come to an end as a soon-to-arrive cold front will bring a big change in the weather pattern. Here's the five-day forecast: Tuesday, Nov. 10: Mostly sunny with high temperatures climbing back to the low to mid 70s. The overnight low temperature will be in the mid 50s. Wednesday, Nov. 11: Veterans Day will be cloudy with temps staying above average, with the high temperature in the upper 60s. The cold front will arrive in the afternoon, beginning with showers after 3 p.m. The rain could be heavy …

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by Joe Lombardi
Somers, NY
News
COVID-19: School In Westchester Dismisses Early Amid New Cases In District COVID-19: School In Westchester Dismisses Early Amid New Cases In District
Covid-19: School In Westchester Dismisses Early Amid New Cases In District A school in Westchester closed early after being notified a student tested positive for COVID-19 amid new cases in the district. All students at the Washington Irving Intermediate School in Tarrytown were dismissed at 11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 9 after the student tested positive. In addition, three Sleepy Hollow High School students and one employee have reported positive COVID-19 test results to the district, Schools Superintendent Christopher Borsari said. The district was also informed that an employee at W.L. Morse Elementary School tested positive. Sleepy Hollow Middle School will…

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by Joe Lombardi
Massapequa, NY
Weather
Rain Will Change To Accumulating Snow As Arctic Air Returns Rain Will Change To Accumulating Snow As Arctic Air Returns
Rain Will Change To Accumulating Snow As Arctic Air Returns A new round of Arctic air will result in rain changing over to a wintry mix and accumulating snow and some of the coldest temperatures of the season. The big change will come right after a brief warmup on Veterans Day. Generally, a coating to an inch of snowfall is expected during the day on Tuesday, Nov. 12. Here's the latest five-day forecast: Monday, Nov. 11:  Temperatures will turn milder, climbing into the mid to upper 50s in the afternoon, with partly sunny skies and dry weather throughout the morning and afternoon on Veterans Day. Clouds will increase in the evening, with…

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by Joe Lombardi
Massapequa, NY
Weather
New Storm Now Likely To Bring Wintry Mix To Area New Storm Now Likely To Bring Wintry Mix To Area
New Storm Now Likely To Bring Wintry Mix To Area Click here for an updated story: Rain Will Change To Accumulating Snow As Arctic Air Returns There is now an increasing likelihood that a new storm system will bring a wintry mix of precipitation to the region. But even a small shift in the storm track will affect what areas will get rain, snow and ice. At this time, generally a coating to an inch of snowfall is expected during the day on Tuesday, Nov. 12. Here's the latest five-day forecast: Sunday, Nov. 10: Partly sunny and warmer, with a high temperature in the upper 40s. Monday, Nov. 11: There will be mostly …

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by Joe Lombardi
Massapequa, NY
Weather
Winter Preview: Cold Start To Weekend Will Be Followed By New Storm, Another Drop In Temps Winter Preview: Cold Start To Weekend Will Be Followed By New Storm, Another Drop In Temps
Winter Preview: Cold Start To Weekend Will Be Followed By New Storm, Another Drop In Temps A cold weather pattern has settled in, bringing about a chilly start to the weekend, and a new chance for snow early next week.  After a brief warmup on Veterans Day, a complex, new storm system early in the week will lead to another drop in temperatures. Skies will remain clear through the weekend, but there is a chance for a wintry mix, and possibly snow, from the latest storm. The timing and track remain uncertain, but the possibility of snow is there.  Here's the latest five-day forecast: Saturday, Nov. 9: Clouds will increase after a sunny start. The high temperature …

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by Joe Lombardi
Massapequa, NY
Weather
Storm Watch: Here's Latest Info On System That Will Sweep Through Northeast Storm Watch: Here's Latest Info On System That Will Sweep Through Northeast
Storm Watch: Here's Latest Info On System That Will Sweep Through Northeast Get set for a blast of Arctic air that will arrive after a storm system moves through the Northeast. The frigid air will arrive thanks to a strong cold front that will accompany the storm. Here's the latest forecast: Thursday, Nov. 7: It will be mostly cloudy with the high temperature in the low 50s, but drop to the upper 20s to around 30 degrees for the overnight low. There's a chance of morning showers, and there could be rain at times in the afternoon. Rain is likely during the evening and through the early overnight hours. Areas just north of I-84 will see some snow mix with rain at ti…

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by Joe Lombardi
Mount Pleasant, NY
Lifestyle
Stray Elephant Strolls Off Sanctuary, Onto Road In Hudson Valley Stray Elephant Strolls Off Sanctuary, Onto Road In Hudson Valley
Stray Elephant Strolls Off Sanctuary, Onto Road In Hudson Valley An elephant that survived the Vietnam War took a Veterans' Day stroll off an animal sanctuary in the Hudson Valley and onto a local road before New York State Police quickly responded and helped escort her back home. The incident occurred Sunday night in Orange County. Troopers from the Middletown barracks responded to a roadway alongside a field near the Sanctuary for Animals in Westtown, where they found the wandering tusker. She "was escorted back home by troopers and workers from the sanctuary," state police said. The 44-year-old elephant was burned by Napalm as a baby in 1974 dur…

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by Joe Lombardi
Stamford, CT
Lifestyle
Stamford Cancels July 4th Fireworks Due To Budget Cuts Stamford Cancels July 4th Fireworks Due To Budget Cuts
Stamford Cancels July 4th Fireworks Due To Budget Cuts Stamford residents looking forward to the July 4th fireworks show should start planning a trip out of town after the city's first round of budget cuts nix the show along with several other city amenities. Mayor David Martin said the cuts were necessary after the Board of Representatives imposed a $1.4 million unidentified general cut to the city’s budget: “As Mayor, I strongly disagree with the general cut made by the Board of Representatives to the City’s budget," Martin said in a statement following the cuts. "It will have a disproportionate impact on services provided to reside…

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by Kathy Reakes