CT Principal Demoted Over Racial Slur; Balloon Warning Issued

There was plenty of news across Connecticut over the past week. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of some of the top stories.

Principal Demoted Over Racial Slur

She was first placed on leave in late March pending an investigation into her alleged use of a racial slur.>>>Read More.

Town Official Sued Over Facebook Post: Court Documents

Multiple emails about racial issues in town resulted in a Facebook post, and then a lawsuit, according to court records.>>>Read More.

2 Cases Of Deadly Tick-Borne Virus Found In CT: State Officials

About one out of 10 cases of severe Powassan illness are fatal and approximately half of survivors experience long term health problems.>>>Read More.

Howard Stern Show Producer's Connecticut For Sale

Gary Dell'Abate, also known as Baba Booey, has listed his Connecticut home for sale, according to realtor.com. See inside his home.>>>Read More.

Fire Deputy Promoted, Right Before Court

His name was on two agendas.>>>Read More.

Balloon Warning Issued In Connecticut

In addition to warnings from government and grassroots groups, Connecticut has a law against balloon releases.>>>Read More.

Parachutist Shatters State Record At CT Airport [VIDEO]

Doug Hendrix dusted the unofficial state record of 61 jumps in a day by performing 100 successful skydives. Watch the video here.>>>Read More.

Connecticut Town Votes To Only Allow U.S., State Flags At Town Flagpoles

The subject had become controversial as the town rejected a request to allow the LGBTQ rainbow flag to be displayed during Pride month.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Medical Board Disciplines Doctor For Treating Females Alone
• Police: 66-Year-Old Woman Ran Illegal Business In Her Apartment Selling Cigarettes and Alcohol
• These Nearly 250 Bridges In Connecticut Listed In Poor Condition
• Amazon Workers Stole $50K Worth Of Items: Police
• Iconic Fair Returns For 101st Year
• CT Health Officials Warn Ceramic Pots Source Of Lead Poison
• Former CT High School Student On His Way To The Olympics

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