Millions Fraudulently Obtained In COVID-19 Relief: CT News

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

Man Charged With Fraudulently Obtaining Millions in COVID-19 Relief

The man was arrested this week.>>>Read More.

Man Poured Accelerant In Multi-Family Home: Police

The man was arrested after several residents and children were evacuated from the home during the incident, according to police.>>>Read More.

Horse Stuck In Muddy Tidal Marsh Freed By First Responders

With the tide coming in, it could have ended badly, but rescuers were able to free 28-year-old Lil Bit, stuck in marsh up to its shoulders.>>>Read More.

53 Cats Removed From Home

Police plan to file animal cruelty charges after 53 cats were found at a home. Twelve of the cats were dead.>>>Read More.

Stars Shoot Hollywood Film In Connecticut

The famous celebrities are among the film stars shooting a film in CT this week.>>>Read More.

‘Antiques Roadshow’ Coming To Connecticut This Summer

Residents can apply to appear with their treasured items on the popular PBS show. Read details on how to enter here.>>>Read More.

Popular, Long-Time ESPN Personality Departing

The popular ESPN personality has announced his departure from the network.>>>Read More.

Teen Petitions To Change Zoning Laws To Raise Chickens

A 13-year-old girl is petitioning to have zoning laws changed to allow more people the opportunity to own and raise chickens.>>>Read More.

Woman Charged With Stealing Rental Car In 2002: PD

A woman accused of stealing a car from a rental car agency in 2002 was recently arrested, according to police.>>>Read More.

Man Took $88K In Dead Mother's Social Security: Feds

The SSA wasn't told the man’s mother had died in 2007, so it kept sending her monthly checks, which he used, federal prosecutors said.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Cops Search For People Throwing Frozen Water Bottles
• DEEP Warning CT Drivers About Increased Moose, Deer Activity
• Second Arrest Made In 2018 Homicide Of 16-Year-Old: PD
• Man Who Sold Cocaine Out Of Bar Arrested: PD
• CT Teenager Wins Medalist Honors In U.S. Open Qualifier
• A Tribute To Police Dog, Axel

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