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Last update: 2 hours agoYouth Hockey Monopoly Claims: A USA TODAY investigation says Black Bear Sports Group has consolidated control of youth hockey by buying rinks and teams across the Northeast and Midwest—including Connecticut—then steering families into a costlier “pay-to-play” ecosystem, a move the company says saved struggling rinks and grew the sport. Public Safety Clash: In Norwich, the career fire union says volunteer departments are missing or delaying responses and relying on career help; volunteer chiefs dispute the claims after failed mediation. State Services Push: Norwich opened an Opportunity Center for ages 14–26 using multiple state programs, aiming to bundle help in one place. Tax Relief Reminder: The National Taxpayer Advocate warns some Americans may be owed IRS refunds tied to COVID-era deadline postponements. Business & Growth: Carnegie Investment Counsel promoted Ben Connard to CIO after expanding its Stamford presence. Local Real Estate: A former Bradlees site in Manchester, CT was sold for redevelopment into mostly apartments. Fiber Expansion: T-Mobile is moving into a joint venture with Greenlight and GoNetspeed to expand ultra-fast fiber and bundled wireless access.
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