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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.
ATV rider injured, facing charges after crashing into police cruiser
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WFSB/Gray News) – Footage that was released Wednesday shows an ATV rider crash into a police cruiser in New Haven, Connecticut. Authorities said the crash happened around 3:40 p.m. Sunday on Farnum Drive. Police were there to address complaints of people illegally operating dirt bikes and...
Trumbull police warn of ‘senior assassin’ game after scare
TRUMBULL — Police responded to a call on April 30 involving a teenager seen with what looked like a handgun, stoking fears in a quiet neighborhood. The incident was later identified as part of a trending high school game known as “senior assassin.”. Authorities arrived after a concerned...
'My justice is in heaven' | Family of victim in 2023 New Haven homicide speaks out after police make arrest
NEW HAVEN, Conn. — New Haven police announced Wednesday that they made an arrest in a 2023 homicide that took the life of 26-year-old Tyrese Blue, Jr. Twenty-seven-year-old Lewis Santiago, of New Haven, was arrested last week in connection to the case. Blue Jr.'s mother, Sharon Baines-Blue, said while she is thankful for the work of the detectives, it doesn't truly feel like justice to her.
Lucky for Life ticket sold in Bethel won $25,000 a year for life
One Lucky for Life player did have some luck on Tuesday and won $25,000 a year for life. The winning Lucky for Life numbers were 7-8-19-36-41 and the Lucky Ball was 1. The winning ticket matched the five white balls. It was sold at Bethel Foodmarket at 98 Greenwood Ave....
These Connecticut restaurants are offering Cinco De Mayo deals
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — What better way to celebrate Cinco De Mayo than surrounded by friends, family, a table of the finest Mexican cuisine, margaritas and of course, music? These Connecticut restaurants will be offering special Cinco De Mayo deals and events this Sunday. New Haven County Te Amo Tequila Bar – New Haven […]
Nearly 100 people protest outside Yale president’s house in New Haven
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — About 100 students and locals protested outside the Yale University president’s house Wednesday night in New Haven. The pro-Palestinian protesters gathered in the driveway and street across from President Peter Salovey’s house. Students moved off the president’s property shortly after media arrived. Yale police cars were also seen parked outside […]
Owner of New Milford business pleads guilty to tax fraud
HARTFORD, Conn. — A resident of Hardeeville, S.C. who formerly lived in New Milford, pleaded guilty on Tuesday in Hartford federal court to a tax offense, according to a release from the U.S. Attorney for the District of Connecticut. Prosecutors say Kevin Biebel, 71, operated Art Metal Industries, LLC...
North Haven man arrested after shots fired at Target Plaza
NORTH HAVEN — Police arrested a 24-year-old man after responding to reports of gunfire at Target Plaza on Universal Drive last night. At around 9:30 p.m., North Haven officers were called to the scene where a witness reported seeing an individual fire multiple shots from a handgun before fleeing into a silver SUV.
4 dogs found dead in car fire outside Connecticut home
Four dogs left alone were found dead in a burning car parked outside a home in Connecticut. Firefighters responded to a vehicle engulfed in flames at 11:56 p.m. Monday, according to Milford Fire Department Chief Adam J. Hansen. “Upon arrival, companies found a sedan-style vehicle fully involved with fire,” Hansen said in a statement. “Companies quickly deployed hose lines and extinguished the ...
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