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CT School Bus With Students Aboard Involved In Crash A bus loaded with students crashed in Waterbury on Tuesday morning, June 10.  The crash was reported around 8:30 a.m. in the area of 571 Highland Ave., as the bus was making its way to Rotella Magnet School, Waterbury police said. It's unclear what caused the crash or who is at fault, but police said none of the students on board were injured. The driver of the other vehicle sustained minor wounds, and paramedics took them to an area hospital for treatment.  Police are investigating the cause of the crash.

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Reality Bites: Greenwich Restaurant Hosts Watch Party For ‘Jersey Shore’ Cameo Reality Bites: Greenwich Restaurant Hosts Watch Party For ‘Jersey Shore’ Cameo
Reality Bites: Greenwich Restaurant Hosts Watch Party For ‘Jersey Shore’ Cameo Jersey may have the boardwalk, but tonight, Greenwich has the drama. Constantino’s Pasta Bowls, located at 160 Hamilton Avenue, is hosting a watch party for the second episode of the new season of "Jersey Shore Family Vacation."  The restaurant played host to the show's cameras back in September when the cast stopped by after supporting Vinny Guadagnino’s comedy show in Stamford. That visit will be featured in episode 2 of the show’s eighth season, airing Thursday, June 5, at 8 p.m. To celebrate, Constantino’s is inviting fans to make dinner reservations, grab a table, and watch the e…

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Ellen Pompeo Detained By TSA For More Than An Hour Over Her Snack: 'Is This A Joke?' Ellen Pompeo Detained By TSA For More Than An Hour Over Her Snack: 'Is This A Joke?'
Ellen Pompeo Detained By TSA For More Than An Hour Over Her Snack: 'Is This A Joke?' Ellen Pompeo says she was detained for more than an hour at an airport and subjected to a bomb screening all because of a snack she tried to bring on board. The Everett, Massachusetts native and “Grey’s Anatomy” star told Travel + Leisure this week that in March, TSA agents detained her for over an hour, and a bomb squad had to clear her before she could board her flight. Related: TSA Shakes Up Airport Security Rules — What Travelers Should Know What triggered such an intense response from airport security? A bag of organic sunflower seeds. "I had a bag of sunflower seeds, like organ…

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$6.5M Buys 116-Year-Old Greenwich Mansion — With Private Island, Boats, Stunning Views $6.5M Buys 116-Year-Old Greenwich Mansion — With Private Island, Boats, Stunning Views
$6.5M Buys 116-Year-Old Greenwich Mansion — With Private Island, Boats, Stunning Views Looking for waterfront living with a twist? A stunning home along Long Island Sound that once belonged to a Broadway star is now for sale. It offers a rare chance to own a piece of the Connecticut coast, complete with its own island that you can name.  Built in 1909, the 2,800-square-foot home sits on Rich Island in Greenwich. The half-acre of land is shaded by mature trees and surrounded by breathtaking views of the Sound. The owner can use one of the two boats moored on the private dock that comes with the $6.5 million property to get a closer look.  The property sits o…

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Dave Portnoy Breaks His Golden Rule In Latest Pizza Review Meltdown: 'Am I Getting Soft?' Dave Portnoy Breaks His Golden Rule In Latest Pizza Review Meltdown: 'Am I Getting Soft?'
Dave Portnoy Breaks His Golden Rule In Latest Pizza Review Meltdown: 'Am I Getting Soft?' It's one bite. Everybody knows the rules.  But Dave Portnoy broke it in his latest "One Bite Pizza Review" after fearing that a Boston pizzeria didn't get a fair chance because of a line cutter and excessive "box time." It was such a break from form that the Barstool Sports' El Presidente began to question if he'd gotten "too soft" and sparked an existential crashout on the sidewalk.  This all began when Portnoy reviewed Boston's Pizzeria Rustico, located near the TD Garden. That prime location had him excited for a solid slice. But the restaurant's cramped kitchen and a man cutti…

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Knife Fight At CT High School, 11 Students Charged: Police Knife Fight At CT High School, 11 Students Charged: Police
Knife Fight At CT High School, 11 Students Charged: Police Multiple students were arrested after police said they got into a knife fight at a Waterbury high school on Wednesday, May 28.  The fight broke out just before noon at John F. Kennedy High School, 422 Highland Ave. The school resource officer, with help from other Waterbury police, broke up the attack, officials said.  Several students suffered minor injuries in the fight, but the school nurse was able to treat their wounds without further assistance, Waterbury police said.  In all, nine minor-aged boys and two underage girls were arrested and charged with various crimes, in…

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Netflix’s New Thriller ‘Sirens’ Stars CT's Kevin Bacon, Mass Native Meghann Fahy Netflix’s New Thriller ‘Sirens’ Stars CT's Kevin Bacon, Mass Native Meghann Fahy
Netflix’s New Thriller ‘Sirens’ Stars CT's Kevin Bacon, Mass Native Meghann Fahy Netflix’s new limited series "Sirens" has arrived, bringing with it a glittering surface of wealth and beauty — and a sharp undercurrent of mystery that’s already making waves with local fans of smart, dramatic thrillers. The dark comedy centers on two fictional sisters, Devon and Simone DeWitt, played by Longmeadow, Massachusetts-native Meghann Fahy ("The White Lotus") and Milly Alcock ("House of the Dragon"). Their tense reunion at a lavish seaside estate sets the stage for a weekend filled with secrets, control, and class conflict, according to Tudum. Glenn Howerton of "Always Sun…

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Connecticut's Hidden Gems: These 3 Cities Provide 'Most Bang For Your Buck,' Survey Finds Connecticut's Hidden Gems: These 3 Cities Provide 'Most Bang For Your Buck,' Survey Finds
Connecticut's Hidden Gems: These 3 Cities Provide 'Most Bang For Your Buck,' Survey Finds Connecticut may not be the first place that comes to mind when you're house hunting on a budget, but a new national survey found three Nutmeg State cities that offer homeowners the best value for their money. If you’re searching for an affordable place to live in Connecticut without sacrificing quality of life, Norwich tops the list. A new study by Advance America asked more than three thousand real estate professionals which U.S. cities offer the most comfort, community, and potential for happiness at the lowest cost. Related: These Massachusetts Cities Offer Maximum Value for Lowest Cost…

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Double Trouble At Trumbull High: Firefighters Tackle Major Leak, Minor Fire Hours Apart Double Trouble At Trumbull High: Firefighters Tackle Major Leak, Minor Fire Hours Apart
Double Trouble At Trumbull High: Firefighters Tackle Major Leak, Minor Fire Hours Apart Firefighters were called to Trumbull High School twice in less than six hours after two unrelated incidents sent emergency crews scrambling Thursday night and early Friday morning. The first call came at 8:24 p.m., Thursday, May 15, when Trumbull firefighters responded to a 100-gallon glycol spill from a broken pipe that flooded the school, authorities said.  Firefighters worked to contain the spill and reduce any danger. Building maintenance quickly shut down the HVAC system to stop the chemical from spreading through the air. Once the area was deemed safe, the scene was turned over …

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CT Students Charged After Setting School Laptops On Fire In Dangerous TikTok Trend CT Students Charged After Setting School Laptops On Fire In Dangerous TikTok Trend
CT Students Charged After Setting School Laptops On Fire In Dangerous TikTok Trend Two Connecticut high school students have been arrested and charged after police said they triggered an evacuation last week by causing their school-issued laptops to produce toxic smoke as part of a viral social media trend, according to reports. Southington High School was evacuated on Wednesday, May 7, after two teens reportedly inserted metal objects into the laptops’ ports, causing the electrical components inside to spark and catch fire, Southington police said. The dangerous trend is known as the "Chromebook Challenge." Multiple schools in Connecticut have been evacuated or disrupted…

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Norwalk High Softball Coach Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Students On Campus: Police Norwalk High Softball Coach Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Students On Campus: Police
Norwalk High Softball Coach Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Students On Campus: Police A Connecticut high school softball coach has turned himself in to police on Friday, May 9, after investigators accused him of sexually assaulting multiple students at school. Cary Nadel, 70, of Wilton, was charged with risk of injury to a minor and four counts of fourth-degree sexual assault, according to Norwalk police. Nadel, who coached at Norwalk High School, was accused on April 1 of inappropriate behavior and unwanted touching of students on campus, police said. The Norwalk Police Department’s Special Victims Unit investigated the claims and found them credible, authorities said…

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CT Middle School Student Hospitalized, Charged After TikTok Laptop Fire Stunt: Police CT Middle School Student Hospitalized, Charged After TikTok Laptop Fire Stunt: Police
CT Middle School Student Hospitalized, Charged After TikTok Laptop Fire Stunt: Police A Connecticut middle school student who was hospitalized for smoke inhalation has now been charged with intentionally setting the laptop fire that led to the emergency, authorities said. Plainville firefighters responded to the Middle School of Plainville on Thursday, May 8, around 10:15 a.m., after a school-issued laptop began smoking. The school was evacuated, but students were later allowed to return once the building was deemed safe, Plainville police said.  The teen was reportedly following a social media trend called the "Chromebook Challenge" when he stuck scissors into the mac…

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