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Daily Voice

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Bathroom Break At Norwalk Diner Lands Convicted Felon Behind Bars

A trip to a Connecticut diner's bathroom landed a convicted felon behind bars after he left a loaded gun behind, federal authorities said. Christopher Miles, 41, of Norwalk, was sentenced to three years and 10 months in federal prison on Tuesday, Nov. 10, after a jury convicted him of illegall…

Norwalk, CT · 1d

WTNH

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1 injured after vehicle catches fire, shuts down portion of I-95 in Westport

WESTPORT, Conn. (WTNH) — One person was injured after a vehicle caught fire on Interstate 95 Wednesday night, according to Connecticut State Police officials and Westport fire officials. Both Westport and Fairfield firefighters responded to the scene on the southbound side, near Exit 18, around 9:20 p.m. One person was transported to a hospital with […]

Westport, CT · 12h

CT Insider

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Former Connecticut coach accused of choking referee at youth basketball game has case continued

The defendant confronted a referee about what he perceived to be a bad foul call, a police report said.

Shelton, CT · 18h

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Six Players Making Varsity Debut Helped Staples Football Rout Norwalk

Photos And Story By J.C. Martin For WestportLocalPress.com‍ ‍Click on an image to enlarge and open gallery. The Staples Wreckers (7-1) faced the Norwalk High Bears (2-6) on Saturday at Brien McMahon High School where the Bears home games are being held this season as the construction of their new, over 300,000 sq. ft. high school is being built on the former NHS football field. .

Norwalk, CT · 5h
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News 12

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Darien restaurant raises money for family of longtime employee whose husband was shot to death in Bridgeport

Proceeds from all sales Wednesday will go directly towards a college fund for Bethea's two kids, the restaurant says.

Bridgeport, CT · 1d

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Long Island Families Still Drive Out To These 6 Farm Stands For Pies

Some Long Island traditions never go out of style, and loading the family into the car for a farm stand pie is one of them. From Huntington out to the North and South Forks, these six stops pair homemade pies with pumpkins, produce, and plenty of room for kids to roam.

Huntington, NY · 8h

WTNH

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Man accused of tampering with gift cards in Wilton

WILTON, Conn. (WTNH) — A New York man was charged with dozens of counts of forgery after allegedly tampering with gift cards outside CVS in Wilton. Chunlin Wang, 35, of Flushing, New York was charged with 36 counts of second-degree forgery and one count of second-degree criminal attempt to commit larceny. The charges stem from […]

Wilton, CT · 11h

CT Insider

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$2,600 vs. $1,600: How Connecticut rents compare in 3 cities

Apartment List data shows a wide gap in rental costs among Stamford, New Haven and Norwalk.

Connecticut · 14h

Gambling News

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New York Man Accused of Running Ponzi Scheme to Fund Gambling Habit

A businessman in Westchester, New York , has been accused of defrauding customers and using millions of ill-gotten funds to fund gambling sprees and personal expenses. He allegedly deceived his victims by claiming to be a real estate agent , establishing a Ponzi-like scheme while siphoning off the excess. Unfortunately, these kinds of gambling-related fraud remain relatively common, showing how a seemingly innocent habit can push people toward crime. The Defendant Allegedly Misled Friends and Family According to a recent report by United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jamie McDonald , this newest suspected fraud case involves a 59-year-old resident of Goldens Bridge, New York . The suspect, A.L., allegedly misled victims by offering to invest their funds in real estate and promising significant returns . However, this was likely all a front. Prosecutors allege that A.L. never used the money for their intended purpose. Instead, he allegedly used deposits from new investors to fabricate the returns expected by his earlier victims and maintain a facade of legitimacy . According to investigators, A.L. used the rest of the funds to gamble and fund his personal expenses. The report does not mention the amount wagered or the

Goldens Bridge, NY · 7h

News 12

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Children flee gunfire after armed man opens fire near Bridgeport schools

Officers found Jailan May on Central Avenue wearing camouflage body armor and standing near his car, which had a shattered window and a brick inside.

Bridgeport, CT · 1d

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Flock Cameras Coming Down In Another CT Town

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Connecticut · 1d

CT Insider

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Masked thieves steal cart full of tools from Fairfield Home Depot, police say

The masked suspects tried to steal nearly $5,000 in tools before customers intervened Tuesday evening, police said.

Fairfield, CT · 8h

CT Post

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Developer plans final phase of Bridgeport's Crescent Crossings with 73 more apartments

The site is the former location of Father Panik Village, a public low-income housing development.

Bridgeport, CT · 1d

Daily Voice

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Bedford Teen Dies From Overdose After Drug Sales Near School: 2 Charged, Feds Say

Two Queens men accused of selling cocaine and other drugs near a Westchester County school are now facing federal charges after a local teen died of an overdose. Queens residents Jordan Sharon, 19, and Juan Umpierrez, 20, were charged in a three-count federal indictment announced by the US Attorney'…

Bedford, NY · 1d

Norwalk Hour

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Bar Bushido announces closure of Wall Street restaurant in Norwalk

While Bar Bushido is closing on Wall Street, ownership noted that this is not the end of the eatery.

Norwalk, CT · 1d

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Seven Connecticut Family-Run Italian Restaurants Where The Same Family Has Cooked For Generations

Some Connecticut restaurants have been serving the same recipes since before your grandparents were born. The places on this list opened decades ago, many in the 1930s and 1940s, and they still run on family know-how instead of corporate playbooks. That matters, because a lasagna or a pizza recipe that...

New Haven, CT · 14h

CT Post

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'Not again': Stratford family says about 8 crashes have happened outside their home in 5 years

Residents talked about repeated crashes causing property damage and anxiety, and in some cases fatalities of those involved.

Stratford, CT · 18h

News 12

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North Stamford residents push back on potential new commercial development

Developers are looking to re-zone the parking lot next to the old Lord and Taylor building at 110 High Ridge Road

Stamford, CT · 5h

Daily Voice

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Former Bedford Fire Chief Dies At 69

A longtime Westchester County firefighter who spent more than four decades serving his community and helped make a new firehouse possible is being remembered after his death earlier this month. John J. Barry, 69, of Bedford Village, died on Sunday, Nov. 1, according to his obituary and the Bedford F…

Bedford, NY · 11h

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This Classic Connecticut Drive-In Keeps Old-School Restaurant Traditions Alive With Burgers And Nostalgic Charm

Forget complicated menus for a moment. Sometimes all you really want is a good burger from a place that hasn’t forgotten what made drive-in restaurants so much fun. And honestly, I can understand the appeal. One classic Connecticut drive-in keeps old-fashioned burger traditions alive while offering a welcome dose...

Monroe, CT · 1d