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A Ridgefield teen, who died Friday morning from injuries incurred in a car accident, was always willing to extend a helping hand, friends said Saturday.

Bethel High School senior Pete Gallagher has maintained a Facebook page for a couple of years, mainly to communicate with friends and send photos.

The music department at Western Connecticut State University usually concentrates on either the classical or jazz programs offered there.

Juan Roberto Melendez didn't understand what was going when police officers put him in handcuffs.

Jerrod Cattey Trio Launches the 2009-2010 Music Series at Canton Public Library At The Library Submitted by Jane Hoben, Canton Public Library, on 2009-11-20.   Canton Public Library opens its 2009-2010 Music Series with the appearance of the Jerrod Cattey Trio on Sunday, December 6, at 2 p.m. The program coincides with the 10th Anniversary ...

Here are the indisputable facts, according to Berrien Moore III . "The Industrial Revolution happened,'' he said in a Science at Night speech at Western Connecticut State University in Danbury this week.

The Eurasian watermilfoil shouldn't be in Candlewood Lake, or anywhere within thousands of miles.

Mary Edgett isn't shy about her age. At 107, and after a long career as a beloved city teacher, she's got every reason to be appreciative of what five score and seven years of life have brought her.

Juan Melendez was 33 years old when he was charged with murdering and robbing Delbert Baker in Florida.

Nada Takla received her teaching certification from Western Connecticut State University and now teaches at Rogers Park Middle School in the city.

Some stood for "Anchors Aweigh," some for the "Marines' Hymn." Still others waited until they heard the rousing music accompanying "The Air Force Song." "Off we go into the wild blue yonder, climbing high into the sun." Veterans who remembered the battles of Normandy and Iwo Jima and 20-year-olds yet to see action stood when the wind ensemble of ...

EDUCATION: Studied at Old Dominion University and Western Connecticut State University; no degree.

Pianist Xiayin Wang will perform Sunday at 3 p.m. at Ives Concert Hall on the midtown campus of Western Connecticut State University, 181 White St., Danbury.

Western Connecticut State University student Derek Roy fell in love with the city of Danbury when he arrived as a freshman four years ago.

Today, I had a chance to interview Western Connecticut State University Student Sara Watrerfall, who individual asked the State Elections Enforcement Commission to look into the activities of the Derek Roy campaign.

Thirty two of all college students report some form of dating violence or abuse with previous partners.

The election might be over but former 5th ward Common Council dormitory student/candidate Derrick Roy's troubles seem to be increasing by the day.

Talkin' 'bout the weather with Dr. Mel By A.J. O'CONNELL Hour Staff Writer "Dr. Mel" Goldstein might be one of the few people who actually appreciates the ever-changing weather in Connecticut.

Cell phone towers on the grounds of city schools could provide welcome monthly income to supplement tighter and tighter budgets, but officials said they're just beginning to consider the idea and will weigh safety as much as revenue.

In his book, "Hurry Down Sunshine," author Michael Greenberg begins with his 15-year-old daughter Sally's sudden crack-up on the streets of Greenwich Village and then chronicles her journey with mental illness, and its impact on her and her family Greenberg decided to write the book eight years after his daughter's first breakdown.