Karen Tensa

Managing Editor, Connecticut

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Karen has lived and worked in Connecticut for more than two decades. Her professional experience includes more than a decade of work as the news editor at The Advocate in Stamford and reporting and editing stints on the staff of The Hartford Courant, among others. She is dedicated to writing local news, enjoying winter sports and reading nonfiction books. 

Karen was formerly a managing editor at Daily Voice.

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Norwalk Community College Unwinds Common Myths About Two-Year Schools Norwalk Community College Unwinds Common Myths About Two-Year Schools Norwalk Community College Unwinds Common Myths About Two-Year Schools
Norwalk Community College Unwinds Common Myths About Two-Year Schools NORWALK, Conn. —  Norwalk Community College is looking to combat the lingering perception that a community college education falls short of a four-year college education in terms of meeting student needs, preparing them for careers and providing a quality student experience.  While each college experience is unique, community colleges offer exceptional value, flexibility for students with jobs, and focused expertise for career preparation, according to officials at Norwalk Community College.  Here are some common myths about community colleges worth dispelling:  Disconnect between communi…
Greenwich Marine Police Come To Rescue Of Sinking Boat Off Tod's Point Greenwich Marine Police Come To Rescue Of Sinking Boat Off Tod's Point Greenwich Marine Police Come To Rescue Of Sinking Boat Off Tod's Point
Greenwich Marine Police Come To Rescue Of Sinking Boat Off Tod's Point GREENWICH, Conn. — A boat was saved from sinking off Tod's Point and no injuries were reported, thanks to the Greenwich Police Department's Marine Section.  Police received a report early Saturday morning of a boat in Long Island Sound that was possibly on fire and was taking on water and going down at the stern, police said.  When officers from the Marine Section arrived, they found no fire and deployed pumps.      The boat and its passengers were safely towed to Cos Cob for an emergency haulout.  Also helping in the rescue: the Rye Police Department, Nassau Police Department and FDNY.
Off-Duty Stamford Cop Spots Stolen Jeep With Teenagers Onboard Off-Duty Stamford Cop Spots Stolen Jeep With Teenagers Onboard Off-Duty Stamford Cop Spots Stolen Jeep With Teenagers Onboard
Off-Duty Stamford Cop Spots Stolen Jeep With Teenagers Onboard STAMFORD, Conn. — Three teenage boys and a teenage girl were found in a stolen Jeep early Saturday and arrested, partially thanks to the quick-thinking of an off-duty Stamford police officer.  During the overnight hours of Friday, June 30, a Jeep Cherokee was stolen from the driveway of a home in the Shippan area of Stamford, police said.  A Stamford officer put out a broadcast, with the license plate and description, to other officers working that shift, police said. At 2:45 a.m. Saturday, Officer David Squiteri was departing an extra duty job near High Ridge Road and Bradley Place when h…
Man's Body Recovered From Water Near Dock For Bridgeport Ferry Man's Body Recovered From Water Near Dock For Bridgeport Ferry Man's Body Recovered From Water Near Dock For Bridgeport Ferry
Man's Body Recovered From Water Near Dock For Bridgeport Ferry BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — The body of a man, who was described only as Asian, was recovered from the water near the dock for the Bridgeport-Port Jefferson ferry Saturday, the Connecticut Post reported. First responders gathered on Ferry Access Road after a caller reported the body at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, the Post said.  The body was removed from the water near the end of the public safety dock, police told the Post. An autopsy will be conducted as part of the investigation, the Post said.  Anyone with information is asked to call 203-576-TIPS. Click here for the story from the Connecticut Post.
2-Year-Old Girl On Life Support After Being Pulled From Bridgeport Pool 2-Year-Old Girl On Life Support After Being Pulled From Bridgeport Pool 2-Year-Old Girl On Life Support After Being Pulled From Bridgeport Pool
2-Year-Old Girl On Life Support After Being Pulled From Bridgeport Pool BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — A 2-year-old girl who was pulled from a pool at a Bridgeport home Friday afternoon was reportedly on life support at Yale-New Haven Hospital on Saturday, the Connecticut Post said. The mother removed the young girl from the pool and started CPR at about 2:30 p.m. Friday until emergency responders arrived, the Post said. Related story: 2-Year-Old In Critical Condition After Near-Drowning In Bridgeport Pool An initial police investigation characterized the incident as an accident, Police Chief A.J. Perez told the Post.  The girl was transported to St. Vincent’s Medical C…
37-Year-Old Man Dies Of Injuries From Shooting In Bridgeport 37-Year-Old Man Dies Of Injuries From Shooting In Bridgeport 37-Year-Old Man Dies Of Injuries From Shooting In Bridgeport
37-Year-Old Man Dies Of Injuries From Shooting In Bridgeport BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — A 37-year-old man who was found with several gunshot wounds, including one in the head, died Saturday morning at Bridgeport Hospital, according to the Connecticut Post.  The man, identified as Chaz Rogers, was found at 3 a.m. behind an apartment building on Stratford Avenue in Bridgeport, the Post said.  No arrests have been announced. Anyone with information is asked to call Bridgeport police at 203-576-TIPS. Check back with Daily Voice for more information on this breaking story. Click here to read the story at the Connecticut Post. 
Body Found In Water Near Ferry Dock In Downtown Bridgeport Body Found In Water Near Ferry Dock In Downtown Bridgeport Body Found In Water Near Ferry Dock In Downtown Bridgeport
Body Found In Water Near Ferry Dock In Downtown Bridgeport BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — A body was discovered floating in the waters of Bridgeport Harbor on Saturday morning near the dock for the Bridgeport-Port Jefferson ferry, according to multiple media reports.  At 9:30 a.m. Saturday, police crews were on the scene working to recover the body, according to the Connecticut Post. No further information was available on the case. Check back with Daily Voice for more information on this breaking story. Click here for the Connecticut Post story. 
It's A Steamy, Stormy Forecast For Saturday In New Canaan It's A Steamy, Stormy Forecast For Saturday In New Canaan It's A Steamy, Stormy Forecast For Saturday In New Canaan
It's A Steamy, Stormy Forecast For Saturday In New Canaan FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. — The holiday weekend is getting off to a warm and humid start on Saturday, and it may soon get a lot wetter, according to the National Weather Service.  The threatening weather has already pushed Darien and Redding to push planned fireworks shows to Sunday, which should be a much nicer day.   For Saturday, there is a chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible, after 11 a.m. Some of the storms could produce gusty winds and heavy rain. It will be mostly cloudy, with a high near 80. The chance of precipitation is 40 percent. By the evening, showers and thunde…
Darien Postpones Fireworks Show Until Sunday Darien Postpones Fireworks Show Until Sunday Darien Postpones Fireworks Show Until Sunday
Darien Postpones Fireworks Show Until Sunday DARIEN, Conn. — Due to expected thunderstorms Saturday evening, the Darien fireworks and associated activities are postponed until Sunday evening, July 2.  Darien First Selectman Jayme Stevenson made the announcement early Saturday.  The Darien High School campus will open at 6:30 p.m. Sunday for the fireworks event. Parking passes will be accepted, but no refunds will be given for the reschedule. Food trucks will be at the rescheduled Sunday fireworks, but folks can also bring a picnic dinner to enjoy as part of the Independence Day fund, she said. Pedestrians are welcome free of charge.…
Teen Hurt, Dad Busted With Son, Daughter At Drinking Party In New Canaan Teen Hurt, Dad Busted With Son, Daughter At Drinking Party In New Canaan Teen Hurt, Dad Busted With Son, Daughter At Drinking Party In New Canaan
Teen Hurt, Dad Busted With Son, Daughter At Drinking Party In New Canaan An investigation into an injured and drunk teen partygoer led to the arrest of a 54-year-old New Canaan father and his two adult children, one of whom had hosted the graduation party, police said.   The Norwalk Hospital ER called New Canaan police at 2 a.m. May 30 after doctors admitted a "highly intoxicated" 17-year-old girl who had suffered a possible head injury, police said.  She was transported to the ER by friends, not EMS, police said. They told police that the girl had fallen while dancing at a graduation party at a home at 1578 Ponus Ridge Road in New Canaan, police said.   The he…
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