Teen Beats Cancer; All CT Public High Schools Ranked: CT News

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.

Unstoppable: High School Girl Kicks Cancer

Maddie O'Farrell was diagnosed with Ewing sarcoma when she was 12. The chemo messed up her immune system. She's never slowed down, even once.>>>Read More.

Every Connecticut High School Ranked By U.S. News: How Did Yours Do?

The annual ranking released by U.S. News and World Report ranks schools based on factors such as graduation rates and academic performance.>>>Read More.

Fairs And Festivals Are Returning To CT In 2021

Here is a list of many of the upcoming fairs and festivals scheduled for Connecticut this summer and fall.>>>Read More.

Help Bring Home Bean, Beloved Dog Of Marine Veteran

Chris Kowalczik is a helper who prefers not to ask for help himself. But out of work a year, he can't afford the cost to save Bean's life.>>>Read More.

Connecticut Native Finding Her Niche In Bodybuilding Competition

Leehna Ware, a 2009 high school graduate, has a passion for fitness which is both rewarding and inspiring.>>>Read More.

CT Schools Will No Longer Be Required To Offer Remote Learning

Close your Chromebooks: The state will not require CT schools to offer remote or "virtual" learning options come the new school year.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Pizza Shop Owner Sentenced In Tax Evasion Case: Feds
• Connecticut Native Jimmy Titus Traded To New York Mets Organization
• Police Officer Charged With Assault
• 22 Puppies Seized, 4 Arrested In CT: Police
• Connecticut Man Makes Appearance On 'Jeopardy'

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