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Boy, 5, battles COVID-19/ TV icon stars in family's charity video/ College requiring students to be vaccinated/ Movie begins filming in CT.

A roundup of some of the top stories from around Connecticut this past week.
A roundup of some of the top stories from around Connecticut this past week. (Patch graphic)

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

Coronavirus Traced To Connecticut Dog That Died Unexpectedly

A Connecticut dog that had an untimely death tested positive for the virus that leads to the coronavirus, UConn researchers said.>>>Read More.


Here's What You Need To Know About Matthew Lee Walker

Walker, 38, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, officials said, after an hours-long standoff and, a gunfight with police.>>>Read More.

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'The Angels Were With Us,' Witnesses Said As They Recalled Active Shooter Incident

When the bullets began to fly, the Chambers family, owners of the noted nursery, helped police even as they hid for safety as gunshots rang.>>>Read More.


Surprise Mom This Mother's Day By Sharing A Photo On Patch

Patch invites its readers to share their favorite mother-son or mother-daughter photo with their Mother's Day 2021 sentiments on Patch.>>>Read More.

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Boy, 5, Battles COVID-19, And Rare Inflammatory Condition

At one point the child's fever skyrocketed to more than 105, and he was shaking before entering the hospital.>>>Read More.


This College Is Requiring Students To Be Vaccinated By Fall

They will be the first school in Connecticut to require that students receive a COVID-19 vaccine.>>>Read more.


Jimmy Kimmel Co-Stars In Connecticut Family's New Charity Video

Television icon Jimmy Kimmel appears in a local family's latest video to support Feeding America.>>>Read More.


Mom's Abandonment 'Upsetting As A Murder,' Judge Says

The judge issued a protective order against the Connecticut woman, who is accused of abandoning her 5-year-old special needs son in the rain.>>>Read More.


Netflix Thriller Begins Filming In CT

The Netflix movie has begun filming in CT, according to local officials. Here’s where and here are the actors involved.>>>Read More.


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