Popular Pub Closing; Contractor Charged; Injured Owl Rescued

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

DUI Driver Crashes Into Bar: Report

Police said a man is accused of crashing into a popular bar.>>>Read More.

Longtime Pub To Close Down

The bar/restaurant has been a fixture for a decade.>>>Read More.

Teen On Skateboard Seriously Injured In Hit-And-Run Accident: Police

Police are searching for the suspect's vehicle and a video of the accident has been released.>>>Read More.

First Selectman Has Advice on Pot Legalization: Don’t Do It

The First Selectman is pulling no punches - he doesn’t believe money from legalizing is worth baggage he said it will bring.>>>Read More.

Contractor Charged with Larceny After No-Shows: Police

Three separate projects contracted, nine separate checks written, no work done, according to the affidavit.>>>Read More.

Injured Owl Rescued

The owl is recovering well after a trip to a rehabilitation center.>>>Read More.

Man Steals From Police Department: PD

A man stole items that were left at the police department, according to police.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Police Set Blood Drive for Girl
• Officer Involved Shooting Investigated: State Police
• Principal Placed On Administrative Leave: Report
• Meet 4 Marvel Comics Superheroes At Maritime Aquarium
• Schools Close After Sewage System Failure
• Serial Rapist Caught: PD
• 2 Car Fires, Brush Fire Investigated: PD
• Jason Aldean To Perform 2 Shows At Mohegan Sun
• Firefighter Arrested Twice In One Week

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