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Tractor-trailer was stuck under Metro-North overpass in New Canaan
A tandem tractor-trailer was stuck under a Metro-North overpass in New Canaan and Route 106 was closed, but has reopened. Russ Kimes, the emergency management director, said Route 106, or Old Stamford Road, was closed between Weed Street and Lapham Road and the road was expected to be closed for up to two hours as crews remove and tow away the truck.
Sound Bites: Subway acquired by Roark Capital, investigated for sandwich monopoly
Good morning. Georgia-based equity company Roark Capital acquired Subway this week. The fast food chain is headquartered in Shelton, Connecticut. Roark attempted to purchase Subway for nearly $10 billion last year. Subway CEO John Chidsey said the acquisition will not change the company's leadership team, strategic focus or operating plans.
First female engineer at CT aircraft company turns 100
STRATFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — The first female engineer hired by Vought Sikorsky turned 100 on Wednesday. The Stratford woman, Jean Tucker was hired back in 1943. Locals held an event on Wednesday to celebrate Tucker and all the Connecticut women who helped the World War 2 effort from home. As an engineer, Tucker made design […]
Norwalk Cops, DEA Nab Suspects, Drugs, Cash, Police Say
The warrants were executed in Norwalk and Darien on Monday, April 29, by the Norwalk Police, Stamford Police, Darien Police, US Marshals Service, and the Bridgeport Office of the DEA. According to Lt. Tomasz Podgorski of the Norwalk Police, the busts were the result of a 6-month investigation into fentanyl...
Police warn of recent rise in vehicle thefts, break-ins
WESTPORT — Motor vehicle thefts and break-ins, a persistent crime in town over the last several years, have been on the rise recently, prompting police to once again warn residents to take precautions. The number of stolen vehicles and attempted thefts has increased over the last “several weeks,” police...
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New Canaan Police are investigating smash-and-grab thefts from Waveny (reported at 5:57 p.m. on April 22) and Mead Park (5:59 p.m. on April 22). In each case, a purse with a wallet was stolen through the smashed window. Police have no suspects. ***. Get your tickets now: New Canaan Sports...
Voters to decide fate of Monroe’s town budget proposal at St. Jude School
MONROE, CT — Townspeople will go to a single location when they cast their votes during the annual budget referendum on Tuesday, May 7. The polls will be open inside the St. Jude School gym, 707 Monroe Turnpike, from 6 a.m. until 8 p.m. Those who are not residents,...
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