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• Train Delays on New Haven Metro-North Line

  13-06-2015 23:49
  
  New Haven line trains on Metro-North are experiencing delays as long as 30 minutes due to signal errors in South Norwalk.Photo Credit: NBCConnecticut.com
  
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• Residents on edge as manhunt enters 8th day

  13-06-2015 23:48
  
  DANNEMORA, New York – The massive manhunt for the two killers who escaped from a maximum-security prison eight days ago in upstate New York has residents on edge. Some say they feel like prisoners in their own home. Shelly St. Denis, a mother of two who lives near the Clinton Correctional Facility in Dannemora said […]
  
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• Red Sox Fall In Extras To Blue Jays, 5-4

  13-06-2015 23:26
  
  BOSTON (AP) — Russell Martin delivered the go-ahead hit for the second straight day, a leadoff home run in the 11th inning Saturday that sent the Toronto Blue Jays to their 10th straight win, 5-4 […]
  
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• Funding To Fill Gaps In Hiking Trails

  13-06-2015 23:16
  
  HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) _ Connecticut could get its first chance to spend millionsof dollars to expand recreational trails along an East Coast network stretchingfrom Maine to the tip of Florida.
  
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• Crowd gathers in Honolulu to celebrate Jim Nabors’ birthday

  13-06-2015 23:12
  
  HONOLULU — A celebration of actor Jim Nabors’ 85th birthday and 40th anniversary brought nearly 300 people to his Honolulu lawn. The Honolulu Star-Advertiser reports that messages rolled in from across for the man who portrayed Gomer Pyle on “The Andy Griffith Show.” Friday marked not only his birthday but the start of his 40th […]
  
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• Pickup driver hits 15 vehicles in West Haven

  13-06-2015 22:54
  
  WEST HAVEN – The driver of a Chevy pickup who appeared to be under the influence or possibly suffering from a medical condition hit a total of 15 vehicles before being taken the hospital. According to police, just before 3 p.m. Saturday afternoon the driver of a Chevy pickup struck a parked occupied vehicle in […]
  
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• Impaired pickup driver hits 15 vehicles in West Haven

  13-06-2015 22:54
  
  WEST HAVEN – The driver of a Chevy pickup who appeared to be under the influence or possibly suffering from a medical condition hit a total of 15 vehicles before being taken the hospital. According to police, just before 1 p.m. Saturday afternoon the driver of a Chevy pickup struck a parked occupied vehicle in […]
  
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• Driver hits 15 vehicles in West Haven

  13-06-2015 22:54
  
  WEST HAVEN – The driver who appeared to be under the influence or possibly suffering from a medical condition hit a total of 15 vehicles before being taken the hospital. According to police, just before 3 p.m. Saturday afternoon the driver of a Chevy pickup struck a parked occupied vehicle in the parking lot behind […]
  
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• Ex-Giants RB David Wilson Makes Pro Debut In Triple Jump

  13-06-2015 22:44
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — Former New York Giants running back David Wilson has come up well short of his personal best in the triple jump in his first professional track and field meet. Wilson plans […]
  
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• Mets Reacquire OF Nieuwenhuis, Claim Off Waivers From Angels

  13-06-2015 22:42
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Mets have reacquired Kirk Nieuwenhuis, claiming the outfielder off waivers from the Angels less than a month after cutting the outfielder and trading him to Los Angeles. The […]
  
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• Impaired Driver Strikes 15 Vehicles: PD

  13-06-2015 22:37
  
  An impaired driver is in the hospital after striking 15 cars in West Haven Saturday afternoon and several occupants of the cars hit were also injured, police said.
  
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• Hillary Clinton releases Spotify playlist

  13-06-2015 22:25
  
  NEW YORK — Hillary Rodham Clinton has formally kicked off her presidential campaign with an outdoor rally on Roosevelt Island in New York City. She asked the thousands of supporters to join in her building an America “where we don’t leave anyone out or anyone behind.” She promised to carry on the liberal legacy of […]
  
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• Norwalk home damaged in fire

  13-06-2015 21:20
  
  NORWALK – Fire crews put out a fire in a home late Friday evening. Crews were called to 8 Lighthouse Ln.  at 10:30 p.m. Friday evening and found the entire left side of the home on fire with flames extending into the attic space. Although most of the fire was put out quickly, firefighters took […]
  
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• Toad's Place Named Best Small Music Venue

  13-06-2015 20:35
  
  A popular concert spot in New Haven has been named Best Small Music Venue by USA Today and 10best.com readers.Photo Credit: NBC Connecticut
  
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• One Owner’s Fantasy Baseball Trash Is Another Owner’s Treasure

  13-06-2015 19:38
  
  A lot of owners play fantasy baseball with too much emotion, waiving players they don't like personally or that they have a grudge against because of some game result a few years back. That's when you—the analytical owner—step in and make your team better by picking up players from waivers or via trade.
  
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• Police investigate gas station robbery in Mansfield

  13-06-2015 19:30
  
  MANSFIELD – Police are investigating a robbery at a gas station Friday night. Police said the incident happened shortly after 10 p.m. Friday night at the Mobil station on Route 32 in Mansfield. Police could not say if the suspect had a weapon. Police did not provide a description of the suspect, only that he […]
  
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• Report: City Paid $30K To Settle Ebola Lawsuit

  13-06-2015 19:15
  
  MILFORD, Conn. (AP) — A newly-released document shows the insurance carrier for the city of Milford paid $30,000 to settle a lawsuit filed by the family of a third-grader who was barred from school for […]
  
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• North Haven Police Investigate Spike in Overdoses

  13-06-2015 19:14
  
  North Haven police and firefighters responded to three overdoses in the span of 36 hours, likely from heroin.Photo Credit: NBCConnecticut.com
  
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• Report: Milford paid $30K to settle Ebola lawsuit

  13-06-2015 19:11
  
  MILFORD  — A newly-released document shows the insurance carrier for the city of Milford paid $30,000 to settle a lawsuit filed by the family of a third-grader who was barred from school for several days because of Ebola fears. School officials initially told 7-year-old Ikeoluwa Opayemi to stay out of school for three weeks last […]
  
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• Town Wants Long-Closed Stone Jail Converted To Museum

  13-06-2015 19:07
  
  HADDAM, Conn. (AP) — Town officials in Haddam are hoping to convert a long-shuttered county jail into a museum. The granite stone jail first opened in 1845 and closed in 1969. The Hartford Courant reports […]
  
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• Connecticut To Help Firms Train Their High-Tech Employees

  13-06-2015 19:03
  
  HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — The state of Connecticut is creating a two-year, $7 million program to help advanced manufacturing companies in training their workforce. Under the program, companies are required to contribute matching funds in […]
  
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• Retirement Home Residents Learn To Brew Beer

  13-06-2015 18:54
  
  MYSTIC, Conn. (AP) — The idea of a brewery assembly line might conjure images of Laverne and Shirley toiling away in the dimly lit Schotz Beer warehouse. Reality, though, is very different for the team […]
  
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• Three Adults, Dog Displaced After Norwalk Structure Fire

  13-06-2015 18:40
  
  Three adults and a dog are displaced from a Norwalk home after a structure fire late Friday night.Photo Credit: Norwalk Fire Department
  
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• Larson, Esty announce endorsements for Hillary Clinton

  13-06-2015 18:05
  
  HARTFORD – Two more of Connecticut’s top elected officials said  Saturday they would support Hillary Clinton’s candidacy for president. Fifth District U.S. Representative Elisabeth Esty tweeted her support Saturday morning. First District Representative John Larson sent out a press release later in the morning. I proudly endorse @HillaryClinton, who I know will work to improve […]
  
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• Utah sheriff investigating anti-gay slurs carved into victim’s skin

  13-06-2015 17:47
  
  DELTA, Utah — A man says he was beaten, robbed and sent to the hospital, and his home was also vandalized. Police say it’s all part of a series of anti-gay hate crimes. The victim, Richard Jones, says the hate crimes have been going on for weeks. He said it all started at the family’s […]
  
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• Connecticut State Parks Ensure No Child Is Left Inside

  13-06-2015 17:45
  
  Connecticut state parks give children outdoor education with the "No Child Left Inside" program.Photo Credit: NBCConnecticut.com
  
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• Hartford man shot in leg, goes home to change before heading to hospital: Police

  13-06-2015 17:24
  
  HARTFORD – Police said a man was shot after an argument and went home to change clothes before being taken to the hospital by a family member. Police said the unidentified man was shot in the area of Oakland Terrace and Greenfield Street around 1:50 a.m. The victim said he was approached by two men […]
  
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• Man Shot in Thigh in Hartford

  13-06-2015 17:11
  
  Hartford police are investigating after a man was shot in the capital city just before 2 a.m. Saturday.Photo Credit: NBCConnecticut.com
  
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• Actor John Stamos of ‘Full House’ fame cited for DUI in Beverly Hills

  13-06-2015 17:09
  
  BEVERLY HILLS, CA – John Stamos — the Hollywood heartthrob known for his role on “Full House” — was pulled over in Beverly Hills, California, and then taken to a nearby hospital — where he arrested for having allegedly driven under the influence, police said. Police got involved after getting numerous calls about a possible […]
  
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• Funding promises to fill gaps in Connecticut web of trails

  13-06-2015 16:58
  
  HARTFORD — Connecticut is getting its first chance to spend millions of dollars to expand recreational trails stretching from Maine to the tip of Florida. Towns, cities and nonprofit groups will compete for $10 million budgeted in the next two years to design, build and maintain trails for hiking, biking and other activities along Connecticut […]
  
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• Armed Robber Stole Cash From Gas Station: PD

  13-06-2015 16:55
  
  State police are looking for a suspect in an armed robbery at a Mansfield gas station.Photo Credit: NBC 5 News
  
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• ‘Jurassic World’ stomps Friday box office with a roaring $82.8 million

  13-06-2015 16:49
  
  NEW YORK  — “Jurassic World” is on track to make more than $180 million at the domestic box office through Sunday, which would make it one of Hollywood’s biggest opening weekends ever. Universal’s film stomped Friday’s box office with an estimated $82.8 million in ticket sales, a total that far surpassed the studio’s expectations. To […]
  
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• Cars Towed From Multiple-Vehicle Crash in Wallingford

  13-06-2015 16:44
  
  Four cars were towed after a multiple vehicle crash in Wallingford on Route 15 northbound early Saturday morning.Photo Credit: NBCConnecticut.com
  
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• Historic sites, museums, galleries welcome visitors on CT Open House Day

  13-06-2015 15:17
  
  HARTFORD – Many state landmarks, galleries and destinations are offering reduced rates for the 11th annual Connecticut Open House day on Saturday. Museums like the Connecticut Historical Society are offering discounted or free admission. Galleries have special events and offers for the day, like the Lance Glass Gallery in Ashford which is offering a discount […]
  
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• Beautiful weekend: Partly to mostly sunny warm, dry and pleasant.

  13-06-2015 14:11
  
  Timing is on our side this weekend once again as high pressure from Canada will deliver a beautiful weekend with sunshine, comfortable levels of humidity and comfortable sleeping weather. Great weather for all outdoor summer activities! A cold front that delivered showers across the region last night is has moved off-shore allowing for partially clearing […]
  
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• Police chief: Sniper shot suspect in Dallas police headquarters attack

  13-06-2015 13:40
  
  DALLAS  — At least one attacker who was believed to have opened fire on Dallas’ police headquarters early Saturday, has been shot by a police sniper according to police. Police said there doesn’t appear to be a link between the suspect and terrorist activities. The attack left shot out windows and in the headquarters building […]
  
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• Explosives found, suspect cornered after gunfire targets Dallas police HQ

  13-06-2015 13:40
  
  DALLAS  — At least one attacker opened fire on Dallas’ police headquarters early Saturday, riddling windows and police cars before fleeing in a van to a suburban restaurant parking lot, where officers surrounded the vehicle in a standoff that has lasted for hours. Officers exchanged gunfire with the attacker or attackers at both sites, and […]
  
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• Explosives found, suspect cornered after gunfire targets Dallas police headquarters

  13-06-2015 13:40
  
  DALLAS – Attackers opened fire on Dallas police headquarters early Saturday, then an armored van parked in front of the building drove off and rammed a squad car, authorities said. Police returned fire, and the van fled with the suspects. #Breaking Device found under police vehicle @DallasPD HQ was detonated by EOD. #DallasPDShooting — Dallas […]
  
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• Dallas police HQ attack: Suspect believed killed during standoff

  13-06-2015 13:40
  
  DALLAS  — A man unleashed a barrage of gunfire on Dallas’ police headquarters and planted explosives outside the building early Saturday — narrowly failing to wound anyone — leading to a chase to a suburb that ended with officers shooting him in his parked van at a restaurant parking lot. Police believe they killed the […]
  
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• The Stan Simpson Show – Talking politics with Bill Curry

  13-06-2015 11:32
  
  HARTFORD – Bill Curry was once a White House advisor to Bill Clinton. Twice he was the Democratic nominee for governor – but lost. He also has been a state controller and state senator. Stan talks with the author and political commentator about state politics, corruption and the 2016 presidential elections.
  
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• The Stan Simpson Show – The Travelers Championship

  13-06-2015 11:31
  
  HARTFORD – The Travelers Championship kicks off on June 18 at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell. It is arguably the state’s signature sports event. Stan talk with Tournament Director Nathan Grube on preparations being made for the tournament.
  
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• The Stan Simpson Show – More Travelers Championship

  13-06-2015 11:30
  
  HARTFORD – Final thoughts on the Travelers Championship, the state’s signature sports event that kicks off June 18 in Cromwell, with Tournament Director Nathan Grube. Is there the possibility of getting Tiger Woods to commit one year? Does anyone care any more?
  
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• State Police Search for Armed Robber in Mansfield

  13-06-2015 05:51
  
  State police are looking for a suspect in an armed robbery at a Mansfield gas station.Photo Credit: NBC 5 News
  
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• Weekend Beach Forecast

  13-06-2015 05:25
  
  High pressure builds in across the northeast this weekend, providing gorgeous weather! Morning clouds on Saturday give way to sunshine fairly quickly. Sunday will be dry with lots sunshine, though high...Photo Credit: NBCConnecticut.com
  
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• New Outdoor Classroom Unveiled at New Haven School

  13-06-2015 05:20
  
  A new outdoor classroom was unveiled at Edgewood Magnet School in New Haven Friday.
  
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• Students Mourn Death of Milford Student

  13-06-2015 05:17
  
  Students at Jonathan Law High School in Milford are dealing with the sudden loss of a classmate for the second year in a row.Photo Credit: NBC 7
  
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• High school baseball and softball finals produce state champs

  13-06-2015 05:00
  
  MIDDLETOWN–The Sheehan Titans captured the Class M baseball state title by shutting out the Montville Indians 5-0 at Palmer field in Middletown. Plus, the East Haven Yellowjackets softball team derailed the Fitch perfect season by defeated the Falcons 4-2 to win the Class L state title.
  
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• Good Times Turn Bad Quickly At Fenway

  13-06-2015 05:00
  
  By HOWARD ULMAN  AP Sports Writer    BOSTON (AP) _ Russell Martin broke a tie with a three-run triple in a nine-run seventh inning as the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Boston Red Sox 13-10 […]
  
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• State House Speaker: governor, legislators have listened to public about budget issues

  13-06-2015 04:59
  
  HARTFORD–On Friday, Connecticut state House Speaker Rep. Brendan Sharkey visited the Fox CT set to talk to Jenn Bernstein about the proposed budget, and Gov. Malloy’s latest proposed tax cuts.
  
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• Did Coldest Month Ever and Dry Spring Affect Strawberry Crop?

  13-06-2015 04:52
  
  February was the coldest month on record. How has that affected the strawberry crop?Photo Credit: NBCConnecticut.com
  
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