Stepping Stones Museum for Children in Norwalk is encouraging hands-on learning for young children through interactive exhibits focused on science, art and discovery. The museum has been in operation for 26 years and aims to support early childhood development by offering play-based educational experiences for families across Fairfield County.
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U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal warned Sacred Heart University students about the dangers of sports betting and its growing impact on young adults. Blumenthal said gambling companies target college-age users through aggressive advertising and mobile apps, and he called for stronger consumer protections and federal oversight.
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Last year, President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a law that changes rules for higher education. It led the U.S. Department of Education to update what counts as a “professional” degree, affecting schools and students across the country.
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FCN examines the growing anxiety among students and parents as repeated incidents of school violence and fake threats spread across social media. The story highlights the impact on students’ mental health, new safety protocols, and how Connecticut has strengthened its response since the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School.
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Amie Varano, a former Sacred Heart University women’s ice hockey captain and 2017 graduate, competed for Italy at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan. She is the first player in Sacred Heart women’s ice hockey history to reach the Games, as Italy earned its first Olympic wins and a quarterfinal berth.
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Nick Maisano’s father, Artie Maisano, is president of a travel baseball organization on Long Island. While baseball has been a lifelong passion, Artie’s mission extends beyond the game, focusing on mentoring young athletes and building community opportunities.
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Black history in Greater Bridgeport is preserved through historic sites, archives and community memory. Little Liberia, one of the region’s earliest free Black communities, and the legacy of Mary and Eliza Freeman remain central. Historians Jamie Pettit of the Bridgeport History Center and Jeffrey Fletcher of the Ruby and Calvin Fletcher African American History Museum […]
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Chase Rutty, a defenseman for Sacred Heart University’s women’s ice hockey team, proudly represents her Jamaican heritage. Her involvement in a Caribbean community hockey program highlights the growing diversity within the sport.
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A Sacred Heart University poll conducted in partnership with GreatBlue Research finds that recent gambling scandals are undermining confidence in professional sports, particularly the NBA. The national survey of 500 active bettors reports that 79 percent say investigations into gambling have affected their trust in NBA games, and many believe concerns extend beyond one league. […]
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FCN examines how social media is changing the way children and young adults connect. Digital interactions are increasingly replacing face-to-face contact. The report explores effects on mental health, the rise of cyberbullying, and exposure to violent content. It also highlights current efforts in Connecticut to regulate phone use in schools.
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