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Big Changes For Unemployment Benefits Coming Soon In CT: Patch PM

Masks Still Required At Many High School Sports Events / Saying Goodbye To A Hero / CT Native Makes MLB Debut / Mohegan Sun Concert Schedule

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Here are the news stories trending across Connecticut Thursday evening:

Big Changes For Unemployment Benefits Coming, As CT Tries To Get People Back To Work

According to the state Department of Labor, Connecticut has recovered only six out of 10 jobs lost since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.>>>Read More.


Many CT High School Sports Unchanged Despite New Mask Policy

A number of state school districts are still requiring the wearing of masks at games, even outdoors, as "an extension of the classroom.">>>Read More.

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CT, Firefighters Everywhere Say Goodbye To A Hero

The funeral of firefighter Ricardo Torres, Jr. was held Thursday and firefighters across the state honored his heroism.>>>Read More.


CT Native Makes MLB Debut With Chicago Cubs

A Connecticut resident was called up to the majors by the Chicago Cubs.>>>Read More.

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Mohegan Sun Arena Releases Schedule For Concerts, Events

Mohegan Sun Arena is reopening for concerts and events this summer.>>>Read More.


'Stop The Gas Tax/Food Tax' Rally Saturday

The event, organized by Connecticut Senate Republicans, is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. at the Sunoco station.>>>Read More.


Rally Against Racism Set For Saturday

The Stand Together Against Racism rally will be held at 10 a.m., May 22, at the Town Hall Green.>>>Read More.

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