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Shelton Teacher Accused Of Throwing Books That Hit Students: Warrant - Shelton-Derby, CT - A former Shelton elementary school teacher accused of throwing books that hit two students in a class was recently charged by police.

Teacher Arrested After Argument On School Grounds: Police - Norwalk, CT - A Norwalk elementary school teacher was recently arrested following an argument on school grounds, according to police.

Fairfield Selectmen Continue Support Of Cop Crisis Intervention Teams - Fairfield, CT - The town has seen a sharp increase in recent years in residents seeking access to behavioral health services, according to police officials.

Longtime City Employee Retires In Shelton - Shelton-Derby, CT - Mayor Mark Lauretti's executive secretary, Cyndee Burke, began her career with the city of Shelton in 1991 and retired this month.

Body Camera Footage Released Of Naguatuck Arrest Under Investigation - Naugatuck, CT - Naugatuck police have released footage of an incident involving an officer's use of a stun gun that is currently under investigation.

Man Charged With ID Theft Purchased $50,000 Jeep: Norwalk Police - Norwalk, CT - Police said a man arrested on identity theft and forgery charges purchased the car with a fraudulent identification at a Norwalk dealership.

Shelton Swears In New Deputy Police Chief - Shelton-Derby, CT - Shelton police recently swore in a new deputy chief, a position in town that has been left vacant for a number of years.

Arrest Made In Animal Cruelty Investigation: Naugatuck Police - Naugatuck, CT - A man has been charged in an animal cruelty investigation launched after a husky was found in Naugatuck with a chain embedded in his neck.