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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Stratford, CT
On Your Side
It's Opening Day: Grab A Long Dog Saturday At Cricket Car Hop In Stratford It's Opening Day: Grab A Long Dog Saturday At Cricket Car Hop In Stratford It's Opening Day: Grab A Long Dog Saturday At Cricket Car Hop In Stratford
It's Opening Day: Grab A Long Dog Saturday At Cricket Car Hop In Stratford STRATFORD, Conn. — The hottest new spot in town is actually an old favorite. And after a few days of serving up long dogs during its "soft launch," the Cricket Car Hop will hold its official grand opening at 11 a.m. Saturday.  The Cricket Car Hop — a Stratford landmark for more than 50 years — is once again open for business on the Access Road. The fridges are jam-packed with long dogs, the pinball machine has a place of honor in the corner and the hot sauce recipe is still a well-guarded secret. General Manager Ron DiCostanzo, his wife Stacy DiCostanzo and business partner Ken Burns joine…

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Westport, CT
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Westport Is Home To Savannah Bee Company's First Store In New England Westport Is Home To Savannah Bee Company's First Store In New England Westport Is Home To Savannah Bee Company's First Store In New England
Westport Is Home To Savannah Bee Company's First Store In New England WESTPORT, Conn. — The newest store to open at the renovated Bedford Square in downtown Westport offers something that shoppers couldn't previously find in the Northeast.  The Savannah Bee Company officially opened its doors Friday.  Westport First Selectman Jim Marpe and Westport Weston Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Matthew Mandell joined founder and owner Ted Dennard and Bob Kemp, head of retail, at the ribbon cutting.  It is the Savannah Bee Company's first store outside of the South.  Dennard has been involved with beekeeping and honey production since he was in the fifth grade…

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Danbury, CT
Your Community
Where To Find Fireworks In Fairfield County — But Check The Forecast Where To Find Fireworks In Fairfield County — But Check The Forecast Where To Find Fireworks In Fairfield County — But Check The Forecast
Where To Find Fireworks In Fairfield County — But Check The Forecast Update: Darien will postpone its fireworks show until Sunday evening due to the rainy forecast.  FAIRFIELD County, Conn. — The weather may not cooperate — there are storms in the forecast for Saturday — but fireworks shows are on the calendar for spots throughout Fairfield County.   Want to celebrate Independence Day with a bang? Here is a schedule of shows this weekend and through July 4th — but be sure to check the weather forecast before you go out:  Saturday, July 1st THE DARIEN FIREWORKS ARE POSTPONED TO THE RAIN DATE: Darien: Darien High School, gates open at 6:30 p.m. (Rain date is …

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Fairfield, CT
Your Community
Bird Watcher: New Leader Takes Reins At Connecticut Audubon Society Bird Watcher: New Leader Takes Reins At Connecticut Audubon Society Bird Watcher: New Leader Takes Reins At Connecticut Audubon Society
Bird Watcher: New Leader Takes Reins At Connecticut Audubon Society FAIRFIELD, Conn. — The Fairfield-based Connecticut Audubon Society has named a highly respected conservationist as it new executive director. Patrick Comins is well-known for his abiding passion for birds and the environment. He is a "leading authority on the conservation of the state’s birds and the habitats that support them," the group said. "He will lead Connecticut Audubon as it focuses on inspiring an ever-greater spirit of conservation statewide, through its education programs, citizen science initiatives, and habitat improvement projects, and at its seven centers and 20 sanctuaries…

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New Canaan, CT
Breaking News
New Canaan Man, 56, Charged With Assault, Strangulation New Canaan Man, 56, Charged With Assault, Strangulation New Canaan Man, 56, Charged With Assault, Strangulation
New Canaan Man, 56, Charged With Assault, Strangulation NEW CANAAN, Conn. — A 56-year-old local man knocked a person to the ground, then strangled and punched the victim in the head, New Canaan police said.  The incident was reported at 2:30 p.m. Thursday but occurred earlier in the day at a local home, police said.  Officers arrested Andrew O'Malley at his home on Deacons Way and charged him with third-degree assault and second-degree strangulation, police said.  O'Malley was freed on $10,000 bond and was due to appear in court on Friday. 

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Danbury, CT
Weather
Go Inside: Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued For Northern Fairfield County Go Inside: Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued For Northern Fairfield County Go Inside: Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued For Northern Fairfield County
Go Inside: Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued For Northern Fairfield County Update: The Severe Thunderstorm Warning has expired, but it is still drizzling throughout much of the greater Danbury area on Friday evening.  FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. — Much of northern and central Fairfield County are under a Severe Thunderstorm Warning on Friday evening, according to the National Weather Service.  The warning is until 6:45 p.m.  A severe thunderstorm was moving from Putnam County at 25 mph as of 6 p.m.  It could bring 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail. Hail could cause damage to vehicles, and strong winds could damage roofs, siding, and trees. This severe thunde…

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Fairfield, CT
Breaking News
Former Fairfield Detective Pleads Not Guilty To Stealing Heroin, OxyContin Former Fairfield Detective Pleads Not Guilty To Stealing Heroin, OxyContin Former Fairfield Detective Pleads Not Guilty To Stealing Heroin, OxyContin
Former Fairfield Detective Pleads Not Guilty To Stealing Heroin, OxyContin FAIRFIELD, Conn. — A veteran Fairfield police narcotics detective pleaded not guilty Friday to stealing heroin and OxyContin from cases he was involved in and requested a jury trial, according to the Connecticut Post. Stephen Rilling, 40, the son of Norwalk Mayor Harry Rilling, appeared in Milford Superior Court to avoid any conflicts of interest from his police cases, the Post said.  Riling has resigned from the Fairfield force, his lawyer told the Post.  He is charged with third-degree computer crime, second-degree larceny by defrauding a public community, possession of narcotics, second…

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Bridgeport, CT
Breaking News
2-Year-Old In Critical Condition After Near-Drowning In Bridgeport Pool 2-Year-Old In Critical Condition After Near-Drowning In Bridgeport Pool 2-Year-Old In Critical Condition After Near-Drowning In Bridgeport Pool
2-Year-Old In Critical Condition After Near-Drowning In Bridgeport Pool BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — A 2-year-old girl was in critical condition after she was pulled from a pool at a Bridgeport home Friday afternoon, according to a city spokeswoman.    The toddler was receiving medical care late Friday afternoon, a city of Bridgeport spokeswoman confirmed. The girl had a good heart rate after the incident at 2:30 p.m. Friday on May Street, Bridgeport Police Chief AJ Perez told the Connecticut Post. The girl, who received CPR from a young man at the scene, was first taken to St. Vincent's and was not conscious at the time, Perez told the Post. She was then transferred t…

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New Canaan, CT
Breaking News
Teen Hurt At Drinking Party In New Canaan; Dad Busted With Son, Daughter Teen Hurt At Drinking Party In New Canaan; Dad Busted With Son, Daughter Teen Hurt At Drinking Party In New Canaan; Dad Busted With Son, Daughter
Teen Hurt At Drinking Party In New Canaan; Dad Busted With Son, Daughter NEW CANAAN, Conn. — 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, po…

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Darien, CT
Breaking News
Will The Fireworks Show Go On? Darien Watching The Weather Forecast Will The Fireworks Show Go On? Darien Watching The Weather Forecast Will The Fireworks Show Go On? Darien Watching The Weather Forecast
Will The Fireworks Show Go On? Darien Watching The Weather Forecast DARIEN, Conn. — With the town's annual fireworks display set for Saturday evening, Darien officials are cautiously watching the sky and the weather forecast.  The fireworks are scheduled for Saturday, July 1, at Darien High School with gates opening at 6:30 p.m.  But the current weather forecasts indicate thunderstorms are possible on Saturday evening, which could force a delays, said First Selectman Jayme Stevenson.  "Public safety is our primary concern," Stevenson said. A final decision will be made by 8 a.m. Saturday, she said.  The Darien fireworks rain date is Sunday, July 2, at 6:…

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