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Monroe police ask killer to come forward after developments in cold case
The Monroe Police Department is asking whoever is responsible for the cold case killing of then- 8-year-old Renee Freer to come forward. Freer was murdered on June 22, 1977, and investigators said there hasn’t been a break in the case – until now. Police said the child was found dead in the woods behind her house. For 47 years, investigators…
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Man arrested for calling in bomb threats to Aquarion Water Company: police
A Connecticut man has been arrested for allegedly calling in a bomb threat to three Aquarion Water Company locations in the state, according to police. The Monroe Police Department said they were notified of a threat against the company on Dec. 20. An Aquarion customer service representative told authorities they received a call from a former employee who said he…
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Pair altered odometers before selling used cars to unsuspecting buyers: police
Monroe police have arrested two men accused of buying cars at auction and altering the odometers before reselling them to unsuspecting customers. Police received a complaint in October from someone who said they bought a car off of Facebook Marketplace. The victim met the sellers in a parking lot in Monroe and paid cash for the car. The victim...
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Masuk football program dominates Senior Night despite sideline distractions
Parents and Masuk Football fans packed their home field for senior night. The Panthers, sitting at 7-2 on the year, are experiencing a turbulent football season because of investigations going on off the gridiron.
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Masuk football program dominates Senior Night despite sideline distractions
Parents and Masuk football fans packed their home field for senior night. The Panthers, sitting at 7-2 on the year, are experiencing a turbulent football season because of investigations going on off the gridiron. “It began with little to no information and we sit still with little to no information,” said Nicole Conti, a frustrated football parent. She is referring…
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3 football coaches at Masuk High School resign amid misconduct probe
Three high school football coaches in Monroe have resigned amid complaints about alleged misbehavior this year, according to school officials. The Board of Education said complaints were brought to light about the football program at Masuk High School in June. Those complaints alleged misbehavior by coaching staff, saying attempts by school administration to remedy those concerns were unsuccessful. Due to…
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Police investigating armed attempted carjacking in Monroe
Two people with guns tried to carjack a person at a gas station in Monroe on Thursday morning, according to police. The same people are suspected in several car break-ins in the town as well. The attempted carjacking happened at the Noble Gas Station on Monroe Turnpike, police said. The victim called 911 just after 6 a.m. and said an…
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Monroe's Austin Patti ready to compete at Little League World Series Home Run Derby
The Little League World Series is underway in Williamsport and while Connecticut doesn’t have a team in the tournament, our state will still be represented.
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Monroe smoke shop faces charges for selling illegal products to minors: police
A newly opened smoke shop in Monroe is facing criminal charges after illegally selling products to minors without a license, according to police. The police department said Area 51 Smoke Shop opened on Main Street in April of 2023. Shortly after opening, police started getting anonymous complaints after the sale of marijuana and controlled substances. Officers also received complaints about…
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Longtime EMS chief in Monroe dies of cancer
Monroe EMS Chief Don Smith has died after a battle with cancer, the volunteer service said Tuesday. The Monroe Volunteer Emergency Medical Service said Smith died at home with family by his side after a courageous battle with cancer. Smith was passionate about providing excellent patient care and supporting the service of members, according to Monroe EMS. They said Smith…
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Monroe man sentenced to 25 years in prison for sexually abusing children
A Connecticut man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison after being found guilty of sexually abusing three girls in February 2021, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Officials said 34-year-old Hector Torres was sentenced to 300 months in prison and 10 years of supervised release on child exploitation offenses. Court documents show that three girls, aged 11 and…
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‘It Was Really Impressive': Outpouring of Support After Shelter Announces Closure
There has been an outpouring of support for animals at a shelter in Monroe. The SPCA Animal Shelter is set to close its doors in a little over 60 days.
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‘It Was Really Impressive': Outpouring of Support After Shelter Announces Closure
There has been an outpouring of support for animals at a shelter in Monroe. The SPCA Animal Shelter is set to close its doors in a little over 60 days. There’s a mix of emotions for volunteers including relief after seeing how the community stepped up to help. “Seeing how much people actually do care about the animals in their…
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Homes Needed for Cats, Dogs Before Animal Shelter in Monroe Closes
The SPCA Animal Shelter in Monroe is closing in May and needs to find homes for all the cats and dogs in its care before the shelter closes. The shelter, which was previously known as Animal Adoption Network, will close on May 6 and is looking for homes for around 18 dogs and 14 cats in its care before then….
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Monroe Student Is Connecticut's New Kid Governor
Ellie Mendez, a fifth-grader from Monroe, has been elected as Connecticut’s 2023 Kid Governor.