New Smoking Bans; CT’s ‘Ghost’ Towns; State Lawmaker Resigns

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.

Here's How CT's New Marijuana Law Will Affect Tobacco Smokers

If you thought the legalization of recreational marijuana in the state would loosen regulations on all smoking and vaping, you're very wrong.>>>Read More.

This CT Town Takes Strong Stand Against State’s New Legal Marijuana Law

The town is the first in the state to say no thank you when it comes to Connecticut's new recreational marijuana law.>>>Read More.

Abandoned, But Not Forgotten: 4 Connecticut Ghost Towns

All of these Connecticut ghost towns were once thriving villages, until Fate dealt them a bad hand.>>>Read More.

Car, Home Burst Into Flames As Crash Turns Deadly In Connecticut

A car slammed into a home in a harrowing crash that ignited a fire and displaced several residents. One person was killed in the early morning crash.>>>Read More.

Couple Get Renewed Vows After Man With Alzheimer's Proposes Again

Peter Marshall asked his wife to marry him, not remembering they had already wed. Lisa Marshall could only respond one way: "Let's do it.">>>Read More.

‘N-Word’ Report Released; Principal Apologizes For ‘Disgusting’ Remarks

The report concerns two incidents in March involving Laura Roblee, at the time the principal of a school.>>>Read More.

State Lawmaker Announces Abrupt Resignation

She announced that she is resigning from her position to focus on her ongoing divorce.>>>Read More.

Bear Touches Gardening Man With Paw

A man had a close encounter with a bear while gardening in Connecticut, according to police.>>> Read More.

Remains Of Connecticut Soldier Killed In WWII ID'd After 77 Years

The remains of US Army Sgt. killed in 1944 will be brought home to CT for burial in August.>>>Read More.

CT-Based Subway Responds To New York Times Tuna Test

A DNA test was unable to prove the product is tuna, or is not tuna. Here’s what Subway has to say.>>>Read More.

Postponed By Pandemic, Archie Moore's Sets Opening Date For New Location In CT: Report

After being delayed by the coronavirus pandemic, the popular eatery chain born in New Haven plans the opening of its fifth location.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Popular CT Television Station Makes Lots Of On-Air Changes
• Star-Studded Lineup Announced For Well-Known Connecticut Concert Series
• Netflix Movie Films In New Location In Connecticut
• More Racist Incidents Reported At Multiple Schools
• Rankins Donates $50K Raised For Recovery To Future Firefighters

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