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Not smart to diss billionaires, Broward development leader says of socialist NY mayoral hopeful
South Florida Sun Sentinel
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July 7, 2025
As Zohran Mamdani, the socialist democratic candidate for mayor of New York City put it: “I don’t think that we should have billionaires because, frankly, it is so much money in a moment of such inequality.” The remark — made during a recent...
Connecticut poet brings Samuel Huntington’s legacy to life in verse
Norwich Bulletin - Connecticut
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A poem honoring Samuel Huntington, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, will debut July 5 at the Huntington Homestead Museum, according to a community announcement. “American Mettle,” written by Newtown Poet Laureate Lauren Clifford, will...
Pfeiffer releases soccer schedules for 2025 season
The Stanly News & Press - North Carolina
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July 7, 2025
Published 10:58 am Monday, July 7, 2025 Lefko-Mills Field in Misenheimer is the home of the Pfeiffer Falcons’ soccer and lacrosse programs. Photo courtesy Pfeiffer Athletics MISENHEIMER — Pfeiffer University has revealed its 2025 schedules for its...
The “Best” Foodie Destination in Connecticut Is Way Overhyped
I95 Rock - Connecticut
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July 7, 2025
What is the best foodie city or town in the State of Connecticut? According to MSN the answer is obnoxiously predictable. Best Spot for Foodies in Connecticut In a recent article titled "The Best Foodie City in Every U.S. State, Ranked by Flavor...
"She said I hate this place": When Diana Taurasi recalled her mom's first impressions on visiting Geno Auriemma's UConn
Sportskeeda
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July 7, 2025
Retired WNBA legend Diana Taurasi is one of the best players to play for the UConn Huskies under coach Geno Auriemma. Taurasi won three national championships and was named the Final Four's Most Outstanding Player twice in her college basketball...
Fanatics Sportsbook promo: New users get $1,000 no sweat first bet for FIFA Club World Cup semifinals
New York Post
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July 7, 2025
Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. There are just four teams left in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. Chelsea and Fluminense...
Jury deciding fate of man accused of killing Connecticut student told to continue deliberating after saying they are ‘deadlocked'
NECN - Massachusetts
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Hours into deliberating on Monday, the jury in the trial for a 20-year-old man who is accused stabbing and killing a Fairfield Prep student at a Shelton house party in 2022 said they were deadlocked on the charge of murder, and the judge...
Creating community: First-year’s high school mentorship program aims to support and connect
Bryant University - Rhode Island
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When Isabella Longo ’29 launched the Link Crew club at her high school, she aimed to create a mentorship program for new students — specifically first-years, transfers, and non-English speaking students — that would help them meet others and feel...
Homeland Security Calls Claims of Hungry Detainees Fake News
The Epoch Times
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July 15, 2025
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents escort a defendant after a hearing at the Connecticut Superior Court in Stamford, Conn., on July 3, 2025. John Moore/Getty Images The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on Monday denied claims in...
Connecticut families traveling on the Fourth of July should be aware of drunk drivers
WTIC-TV - Connecticut
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Connecticut officials want to make sure people celebrate the Fourth of July safely and responsibly, and that starts on the roads. Drunk driving is a chief concern. NEWINGTON, Conn. — With the Fourth of July approaching, the Connecticut Department...
Social media posts about herbicide diquat use spurs concern
NBC Connecticut
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July 2, 2025
An herbicide used to treat hydrilla, an invasive plant in Connecticut lakes, ponds and rivers, has recently been the target of social media posts circulating online. Diquat, the common name for diquat bromide, is a federally-approved herbicide...
What’s Great and What’s Terrible About Connecticut? One Word: Money
I95 Rock - Connecticut
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July 7, 2025
What is the Worst Thing About Living in Connecticut? Wow, this completely crystallized life in Connecticut. MSN recently released a list of the Best and Worst Things About Every U.S. State, and I couldn’t resist clicking. Before I even opened it,...
Connecticut Moves Toward Speed Cameras On Highways After Pilot Program Shows Promising Results
Patch
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July 2, 2025
CONNECTICUT — After dipping their toe into municipal waters, speed cameras will be slowly making their way onto Connecticut highways. "The bill that passed this legislative session paves the way for us to study this concept – and develop a plan...
AV/IT Team, Class of 2025: University of Connecticut, Storrs
AVNetwork
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July 7, 2025
AV/IT TEAM: David Kaplan, associate athletic director for Broadcast and Video Services; Evan Feinglass, associate director of athletics, Facilities Management and Planning; Jeff Mele, chief commercial officer at Metinteractive and project...
Connecticut man faces tax and fraud charges, up to 75 years in prison if found guilty
WTIC-TV - Connecticut
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July 3, 2025
George Davis Telford, Jr., 36, of Tolland, allegedly filed false tax returns claiming over $6 million from the IRS and defrauded CTDOL out of nearly $50,000. NEW HAVEN, Conn. — A federal grand jury in New Haven recently returned an eight-count...
Jury deciding fate of man accused of killing Connecticut student told to continue deliberating after saying they are ‘deadlocked'
NBC 4 - New York
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July 7, 2025
Hours into deliberating on Monday, the jury in the trial for a 20-year-old man who is accused stabbing and killing a Fairfield Prep student at a Shelton house party in 2022 said they were deadlocked on the charge of murder and the judge has...
First transfer made to Early Childhood Endowment Fund
Connecticut Inside Investigator
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July 2, 2025
Connecticut’s Early Childhood Education Endowment Fund is officially in use. The Fund, which was established this legislative session, contains unappropriated money from the General Fund surplus. This year, about $300 million went into the fund....
Connecticut acupuncturist accused of defrauding Medicaid
WFSB 3 - Connecticut
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July 2, 2025
ROCKY HILL, CT (WFSB) - The owner of an acupuncture office in North Haven was charged with defrauding the Connecticut Medicaid Health Insurance Program. Julian Cano, 43, of Milford, was arrested on Monday, according to the Office of the Chief...
Connecticut Sun make space for French international Leïla Lacan
MassLive - Massachusetts
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July 2, 2025
The Connecticut Sun announced on Wednesday that French international Leïla Lacan has been activated following the conclusion of the 2025 FIBA Women’s EuroBasket. Lacan had temporarily suspended by the Sun for participating in EuroBasket;...
Annabelle doll handler Dan Rivera dies while touring US with haunted toy — months after rumors she was missing
The Independent
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July 15, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...