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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Bridgeport, CT
Breaking News
Sen. Murphy On DC Shooting: 'We Are All Pulling For You' Sen. Murphy On DC Shooting: 'We Are All Pulling For You' Sen. Murphy On DC Shooting: 'We Are All Pulling For You'
Sen. Murphy On DC Shooting: 'We Are All Pulling For You' Connecticut's delegation to Washington was quick to react and express shock and support after a congressman from Louisiana and others were shot at baseball practice Wednesday morning outside Washington, D.C.   "Oh my god," U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy said via Twitter just minutes after news of the shooting broke about the shooting, which occurred just after 7 a.m. "We are all pulling for you @SteveScalise. My heart is with you, the Capitol Police, and everyone who was on the scene," Murphy Tweeted a bit later. Murphy released a longer statement later in the day. “My heart sank when I heard wha…

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by Karen Tensa
Greenwich, CT
Breaking News
Delays Hit 90 Minutes, But Metro-North Trains Running Into/Out Of GCT Again Delays Hit 90 Minutes, But Metro-North Trains Running Into/Out Of GCT Again Delays Hit 90 Minutes, But Metro-North Trains Running Into/Out Of GCT Again
Delays Hit 90 Minutes, But Metro-North Trains Running Into/Out Of GCT Again UPDATE: Trains are running into and out of Grand Central again on Wednesday morning, although delays of up to 60 to 90 minutes were reported at about 10 a.m. after a police investigation on the 138th Street Bridge, Metro-North said. The delays, which began just as the morning commute was ending, were due to an investigation into an unattended bag on the bridge, Metro-North said via Twitter.  Police cleared the scene at 138th Street and train service was resuming through the area, Metro-North said.  "Customers should anticipate residual delays of 60 to 90 minutes. We thank you for your pati…

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by Daily Voice
Bridgeport, CT
Breaking News
Majority Whip, Aides Shot At Baseball Practice Prior To Congressional Game Majority Whip, Aides Shot At Baseball Practice Prior To Congressional Game Majority Whip, Aides Shot At Baseball Practice Prior To Congressional Game
Majority Whip, Aides Shot At Baseball Practice Prior To Congressional Game This story has been updated. Congressman Steve Scalise and one or more aides were among those shot at a baseball practice in Alexandria, Va., on Wednesday morning, according to NBC News. The gunman was shot and was taken into custody following the incident, which occurred after 7 a.m. at Alexandria Simpson Baseball Field. NBC News is reporting that as many as 50 shots were fired. The gunman reportedly was armed with an assault rifle and pistol and began firing from behind the dugout after asking an onlooker if the Congressmen practicing were Republicans or Democrats. Scalise, the Republic…

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by Daily Voice
Mahopac, NY
Your Community
Texas Roadhouse Opens Doors, Popeyes Takes Shape In Danbury Texas Roadhouse Opens Doors, Popeyes Takes Shape In Danbury Texas Roadhouse Opens Doors, Popeyes Takes Shape In Danbury
Texas Roadhouse Opens Doors, Popeyes Takes Shape In Danbury Looking for a new place to dine out in Danbury? The highly anticipated Texas Roadhouse has opened for business and is drawing Texas-size crowds to its Newtown Road location.  The new restaurant went up in just a matter of months on the site of a closed car dealership (a victim of the great recession) next to Stop & Shop. Texas Roadhouse is famous for its hand-cut steaks, ribs, combos, chicken specialities, country dinners, dockside favorites, burgers and sandwiches as well as starters, salads and and sides. There is also a kids menu. Click here for the full menu. The hours are: 3:30 to…

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by Karen Tensa
Westport, CT
Your Community
New Principal At Westport's Long Lots School Comes From Maine New Principal At Westport's Long Lots School Comes From Maine New Principal At Westport's Long Lots School Comes From Maine
New Principal At Westport's Long Lots School Comes From Maine WESTPORT,, Conn. — Debra Dunn, the superintendent of schools in York, Maine, will be the next principal at Long Lots Elementary School, the Westport Board of Education announced Tuesday.  “We are thrilled to have Dr. Dunn serve as the principal of Long Lots Elementary School," said Colleen Palmer, Westport's superintendent of schools. "Her passion for helping all children find pathways to success will inspire all who have the privilege to work with her at Long Lots.” Dunn was the unanimous selection of an interview committee made up of parents, staff members, administrators and Board of Edu…

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by Karen Tensa
Newtown, CT
Breaking News
Men Playing Pokemon Go Busted On Drug Charges At Newtown's Booth Library Men Playing Pokemon Go Busted On Drug Charges At Newtown's Booth Library Men Playing Pokemon Go Busted On Drug Charges At Newtown's Booth Library
Men Playing Pokemon Go Busted On Drug Charges At Newtown's Booth Library NEWTOWN, Conn. — Two men playing Pokemon Go at the C.H. Booth Library in Newtown caused a disturbance and were ultimately arrested on drug charges, police said.  Officers responded to an interior alarm at 8:55 p.m. June 6 at the library at 25 Main St., police said.  They found the two men playing Pokemon Go on the property, police said.   Theodore Rogers, 29, of Danbury was arrested and charged with possession of narcotics. He was released on a promise to appear in Danbury Superior Court on June 20. Michael Paradise, 31, of Redding, was arrested and charged with possession of narcotics an…

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by Karen Tensa
Trumbull-Monroe, CT
Breaking News
Easton Dispatcher Honored For Daring To Go Above And Beyond Easton Dispatcher Honored For Daring To Go Above And Beyond Easton Dispatcher Honored For Daring To Go Above And Beyond
Easton Dispatcher Honored For Daring To Go Above And Beyond EASTON, Conn. — Easton Police Chief Tim Shaw and the Easton Police Commission recently honored Dispatcher Tara Candee.  She was cited for her dedication to 911 Emergency Dispatch Training and for going above and beyond by helping to coordinate the Easton D.A.R.E. Race and volunteering in many other capacities in the Easton Police Department.  "We are so proud to have such a dedicated member of our team!" police said in a Facebook post. 

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by Karen Tensa
Darien, CT
Obituaries
Services Set For Reed William Schwandt, 40, Darien Investment Banker Services Set For Reed William Schwandt, 40, Darien Investment Banker Services Set For Reed William Schwandt, 40, Darien Investment Banker
Services Set For Reed William Schwandt, 40, Darien Investment Banker DARIEN, Conn. — Reed William Schwandt, an investment portfolio manager, died suddenly on Saturday, June 10, in Darien. He was 40.  Schwandt was born Sept. 11, 1976, in Minneapolis. He attended Armstrong High School, graduating in 1994. He then enrolled at Indiana University, where he graduated with honors in applied math/finance and met his wife Renee. At the age of 21, he began his career in finance at Morgan Stanley in New York City. Later he attended The Wharton School, where he earned an MBA, also with honors. He enjoyed an accomplished career as an investment portfolio manager while st…

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by Karen Tensa
Stratford, CT
Breaking News
Stratford Man Charged With DUI After Crash, Police Say Stratford Man Charged With DUI After Crash, Police Say Stratford Man Charged With DUI After Crash, Police Say
Stratford Man Charged With DUI After Crash, Police Say STRATFORD, Conn. — A 53-year-old Stratford man was charged Monday with driving under the influence of alcohol after crashing his car back in December, Milford police said.  James Trapletti, of 733 Huntington Road, was arrested on an active warrant, police said.  Trapletti crashed into a utility pole on Dec. 16 in the area of Seaside Avenue and Bridgeport Avenue, police said.  He was also charged with traveling unreasonably fast and released on $500 bond for a July 13 court date. 

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by Karen Tensa
Brookfield, CT
Breaking News
Medical Marijuana For Migraines? Connecticut Recommends Adding Rx To List Medical Marijuana For Migraines? Connecticut Recommends Adding Rx To List Medical Marijuana For Migraines? Connecticut Recommends Adding Rx To List
Medical Marijuana For Migraines? Connecticut Recommends Adding Rx To List FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. — Connecticut patients who suffer from intractable migraines may soon have a new remedy available to them — and it would be legal — if the state legislature approves.  The Connecticut Board of Physicians recommended adding three new "debilitating conditions" to the state's medical marijuana program.  The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection will now seek to add to the afflictions "through the regulation process," the state said. “The Board of Physicians always provides thorough and valuable advice to our team. ... I will be following the recommendations of…

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