Boy, 4, Seriously Injured In 15-Foot Fall; Community Rallies: CT News

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Boy, 4, Seriously Injured In 15-Foot Fall; Community Rallies

“Our sweet, wild boy Dean had a terrible fall from 15 feet onto concrete. He is currently in the pediatric icu and will have surgery and a long recovery ahead of him,” the child’s mother said.>>>Read More.

Man Dies Saving Boy’s Life, Community Rallies Around Family

The community is rallying around the family of a man who died saving his girlfriend’s son’s life.>>>Read More.

Gov. Lamont Vetoes Bill: Here’s What You Need To Know

One group criticized Lamont and said they "failed to hear the voices of thousands of working people…">>>Read More.

WWII Veteran, 98, 'Graduates' From High School

Paul Panagrosso, Army veteran of the Battle of the Bulge who survived 5 1/2 months in Nazi captivity, is among 190 graduates.>>>Read More.

Dogs To Be DNA Tested To Combat Feces Problems At Condo Complex

A DNA database will be compiled so if feces is found on the grounds it can be traced back to the resident’s dog, according to a report.>>>Read More.

Local Chef Wins Prestigious Award

A local chef was named winner of the prestigious award at a ceremony in Chicago.>>>Read More.

Council Threatened Over 'Thin Blue Line' Vote: Reports

Since the decision, some council members have 'received threats by email, text, and phone,' many of which are 'disturbing and vulgar' and came from out of state, local officials said, via reports.>>>Read More.

Two 16-Year-Olds Charged After Taking Cops On Chase In Stolen Car: PD

While investigating a\ crash, a stolen car raced though the scene, took cops on a chase but later 2 teens found and charged: Police.>>>Read More.

Family Who's 'Gone Through A Lot' Devastated By Fire

The community is rallying to support a family with a baby "due any day now" whose house burned down.>>>Read More.

Woman Gets Town Payout After Fall

The woman fell on a sidewalk and sued, with a settlement agreement approved by the town council.>>>Read More.

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