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Borough officer put on leave following arrest
NAUGATUCK — A borough police officer is facing criminal charges following a domestic incident with his girlfriend. Officer Thomas Grant, 38, of 32 May St. was arrested on a warrant Wednesday. Grant’s live-in girlfriend reported he punched her, pulled a chunk of her hair out and threatened to kill the two of them during... »
Annual winter dip holds special meaning for Woodland senior
Every winter since sixth grade, Chloe Campbell has taken a plunge into frigid waters to help raise money for the organization that has meant so much to her little brother. Now, as a senior at Woodland Regional High School, Campbell has made it her focus this year to get as many people as possible... »
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Hawks, ‘Hounds swimming in different directions
Woodland swimming with current The Woodland boys swim team is starting to gain momentum. After starting the season 0-4 overall and 0-2 in the Naugatuck Valley League, the Hawks have rallied to win three of their last four meets, including two in the league to improve to 3-5 and 2-2 in the NVL. Meanwhile,... »
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Local Creations: The call of the wild backpacks
NAUGATUCK — What do a lady bug, a penguin, and a purple monster have in common? Local artist Jackie Fretz has tamed these wild animals into plush backpacks for children. Fretz said she started out making animal figurines for her son, Corbin, 3, and friends’ children when one friend suggested she make backpacks. Now... »



