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Stop & Shop recalls Italian breaded chicken cutlets due to mislabeling
Stop & Shop brand Italian breaded chicken cutlets have been recalled due to a missing a milk allergen specification on some of the packages, the store announced on July 18. The chain, which has 88 stores throughout the Nutmeg State, noted that there have been no reports of injury or illness related to the chicken cutlets and that all of the mislabeled products have been "removed from sale." Those with milk allergies can have symptoms like wheezing, vomiting, hives, digestive problems or anaphylaxis (which can lead to the body going into shock and causing death) after consuming milk products, according to the Mayo Clinic. Milk allergy is one of the most common allergies among children, though most grow out of it, the clinic added.
Stratford police union calls on town to bring back pensions, warns of morale crisis among officers
STRATFORD — The local police union is publicly calling on the town to once again offer pensions to officers, suggesting the lack of financial security is threatening morale among the rank and file. The Stratford Police Union issued the appeal in a news release Wednesday that also accused the...
Stamford National defeats Milford to win Section 1 Little League title, moves on to state final four
WILTON — For the first time in nearly a decade, a Little League team from Stamford will be among the final four teams playing in the state tournament. Stamford National defeated Milford 6-1 Monday night at the Wilton YMCA in the Section 1 finals to move on to the final four.
Free event at Stamford mall to celebrate Colombian independence, culture
STAMFORD – Every year, millions of Colombians from around the world gather to celebrate their independence from Spanish rule on July 20. This year, independence celebrations come a day late to Stamford as the Colombian-led Ballet Folklórico de Las Américas is hosting a Colombian carnival on Sunday at Stamford Town Center.
Fairfield open space expansion at Westway widens public access with walking trail, more parking
FAIRFIELD — What was once an unkempt patch of vines and invasive plants will soon be part of a public display of Southport's nature. Fairfield is about to acquire about two acres of land on Westway Road, which would roughly double the size of its open space in the Sasco Creek Marsh area and create more room for public access, said Tim Bishop, Fairfield's conservation director.
Former Westport home of Phil Donahue, Marlo Thomas on sale for record-high $27.5 million
The former Westport home of American TV personality Phil Donahue and actor Marlo Thomas has been put on the market. The 6.6-acre property — which is located on at 120-122 Beachside Ave. and includes 400 feet of direct Long Island Sound waterfront — was listed on July 8 for $27.5 million, making it the most expensive listing in town, according to Zillow.
From airports to coffee shops, software glitch snags activities for millions
Friday’s global meltdown caused by a flawed cybersecurity software update that grounded airlines, disabled banking, disconnected 911 and delayed medical procedures also meant that Angela’s Bra Boutique of Farmingdale had trouble reaching customers about women's undergarments. "When we get incoming calls, nobody’s there. And when we try to...
Man Accused Of Stealing Jewelry, Personal Documents From Rye Residence
White Plains resident Mark Bucaj was arrested on Thursday, July 18 in connection with a burglary that happened at a Rye residence on Milton Road in early March, the City of Rye Police Department announced. On the day of the burglary, Tuesday, March 5, the homeowner returned to his residence...
CT expert alarmed by popularity of kratom, xylazine drug use: 'Incredibly risky'
NORWALK — While drug overdoses have decreased year over year in the Nutmeg state, the city’s Family and Children’s Agency is concerned about how new popular substances will impact the state and its clients. Two substances in particular, xylazine and kratom, worry Jess Vivenzio, behavioral health director...
Trumbull 10U Little League baseball wins Section 1 championship to earnt CT final four berth
The Trumbull 10U Little League All-Stars defeated Darien 5-1 on Thursday to claim the Section 1 championship, completing a two-game sweep to secure the title. Trumbull had lost its opening Section 1 game to Milford 7-4, but pulled out a 4-1 win with its backs against the wall against Darien on Tuesday to force a decisive championship game.
Bridgeport firefighters respond to fire aboard 200-foot yacht in Long Island Sound
BRIDGEPORT — Firefighters responded to a large yacht that was fire on the Long Island Sound Friday afternoon, according to a city official. The Bridgeport Fire Department learned of the blaze at around 3:30 p.m. An estimated 23 people were on board the 200-foot yacht, said Terron Jones, a spokesperson for the city of Bridgeport.
Surging enrollment at UConn Stamford leads to housing crunch: 70 on waitlist and 120 turned away
STAMFORD — The number of first-year students coming to UConn Stamford in the fall has ballooned by over 50 percent compared with last year, and that's led to a housing crunch for students seeking spots in on-campus dormitories. Mike Enright, deputy spokesperson for the university, said there are roughly...
Bridgeport man on parole accused of selling fentanyl, cocaine, Stamford police say
STAMFORD — A Bridgeport man was charged Wednesday in an investigation into fentanyl and cocaine sales throughout Fairfield County, according to Stamford police. The investigation, conducted by Stamford Police Department’s Narcotics & Organized Crime Unit and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration’s Bridgeport Office, led to an arrest warrant charging 42-year-old Edwin Abrams with three counts of sale of narcotics, Lt. Seth O’Brien said in a news release posted to Facebook Friday.
Teen, 62-Year-Old Killed In Separate Crashes An Hour Apart In Western Mass
The teenager was killed around 10 p.m. in a single-vehicle crash on Southampton Road in Westhampton, the Northwestern District Attorney said. The teen was pronounced dead at the scene, and police are investigating the circumstances leading up to the crash. Officials did not release the teen's name. They were the...
West Haven Police Commission chair resigns after confronting man accused of trying to drown kids
WEST HAVEN — The former chair of the city's Police Commission, Raymond Collins III, acknowledged Friday that he inappropriately confronted the suspect accused of trying to drown his children in June. Collins confirmed Friday that he’d tendered his resignation to Mayor Dorinda Borer, effective Aug. 1. City Clerk John...
Candidate Profile and Statement: Chris Peritore (R), State House District 135
Editor’s note: The Easton Courier asked candidates running for state office representing Easton to submit a bio and platform statement. Christopher Peritore (R) is running for election to the Connecticut House of Representatives, representing District 135, which includes Easton, Weston and Redding. Profile. Christopher Peritore is a life-long Easton...
Greenwich police see financial crime incidents decline, while charges and arrests have doubled
GREENWICH – Since it was established in 2018, officers assigned to a special downtown plainclothes unit have worked closely with area merchants and store employees. The officers are always young, approachable and easy-going, and they often dress stylishly in a way that makes them look like a natural fit on Greenwich Avenue. And the current three in the so-called ORCA unit fit that description to a T.
Stop & Shop's CT store closing plans leave workers with unanswered questions on future employment
More than a week after supermarket giant Stop & Shop announced it plans to close five Connecticut stores as part of a larger shutdown of under performing locations, several key questions about what will happen to staff at those stores remain unanswered. Officials with the Quincy, Massachusetts-based chain won't say...
New Hyde Park tables bid for new community center until next meeting
Village of New Hyde Park trustees tabled two resolutions Thursday night to advance a proposed Marcus Christ Community Center, citing the need for additional work. The village’s board of trustees was originally scheduled to vote on going out to bid on the new community center and vote to undertake the new design and construction of the center.
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